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SPONSORED CONTENT | HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY High Point University President Nido Qubein is a regular presence on campus, where he enjoys interacting with students.
High Point University:
The Premier Life Skills University When you visit campus and meet President Nido Qubein, you begin to understand how and why HPU’s total transformation occurred so rapidly.
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he time is now. The person is you. High Point University President Dr. Nido Qubein shares these words in his Life Skills Seminar, which he teaches for all freshmen. In many ways, these words have framed the story of his life and of his leadership at HPU. Qubein came to America with little money and little knowledge of English. He went on to graduate from college, build businesses, become a consultant to global corporations and serve on multiple national boards. He’s also delivered more than 7,000 presentations globally to business leaders and is recognized as a life skills leader. Then, in 2005, he became president of High Point University. “When I arrived, higher education was at a turning point, and so was HPU,” says Qubein. “There was deferred maintenance with facilities in need of new life. Many institutions nationally struggled to define what made them distinctive. It was time for a wakeup call. I knew it
was time to move HPU from an ocean of sameness to a much smaller pool of distinction.” The last 15 years have brought total transformation to HPU, from academic programs and campus facilities, to the culture of the institution. Here’s a glimpse: HPU grew its campus from 90 to 500 acres, increased enrollment by 250%, went from three to 10 academic schools, hired hundreds of new faculty, opened state-of-the-art learning facilities and student centers, and increased student support services. For example, every freshman at HPU receives a Success Coach to guide them in the transition to college. These growth stats show the outcome of the transformation, but the strategic vision to become The Premier Life Skills University shows you the “why” behind it all. “My focus has always been on creating an institution that focuses on rendering value for our students and their families,” says Qubein. “That’s why we have attracted top
faculty, enhanced academic offerings and created a campus that inspires students to transform their lives in a way that improves the world."
VALUES AND LIFE SKILLS
As Qubein and HPU family members rallied to transform HPU, four pillars emerged as the strategic vision: Academic Innovation, Experiential Learning, Values and Life Skills. New majors were launched, including neuroscience, entrepreneurship, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, engineering, physical therapy and more. Top-level faculty were hired to lead these programs, and impressive facilities where they can be housed were added to campus. Spend no more than 15 minutes on campus, and it’s clear that HPU is committed to academics and experiential learning. Modern science and engineering facilities
are housed on HPU’s $350 million Innovation Corridor, while communication, business, education and other academic facilities are located throughout. These facilities often have grand lobbies that mimic Fortune 500 companies or glass walls like Silicon Valley headquarters. Qubein wants students to be immersed in these environments so that when they land internship and job interviews at major corporations, which they often do, students are already comfortable in these environments. Every corner of campus is a place to learn experientially. The foundational pillars for HPU’s transformation, however, and the ones most distinct from other universities, are values-based learning and premier life skills. That's why American flags fly throughout campus and students hang out in grand spaces like Patriots Plaza, located in the heart of campus.
SPONSORED CONTENT | HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY High Point University President Nido Qubein is a regular presence on campus, where he enjoys interacting with students.
High Point University:
The Premier Life Skills University When you visit campus and meet President Nido Qubein, you begin to understand how and why HPU’s total transformation occurred so rapidly.
T
he time is now. The person is you. High Point University President Dr. Nido Qubein shares these words in his Life Skills Seminar, which he teaches for all freshmen. In many ways, these words have framed the story of his life and of his leadership at HPU. Qubein came to America with little money and little knowledge of English. He went on to graduate from college, build businesses, become a consultant to global corporations and serve on multiple national boards. He’s also delivered more than 7,000 presentations globally to business leaders and is recognized as a life skills leader. Then, in 2005, he became president of High Point University. “When I arrived, higher education was at a turning point, and so was HPU,” says Qubein. “There was deferred maintenance with facilities in need of new life. Many institutions nationally struggled to define what made them distinctive. It was time for a wakeup call. I knew it
was time to move HPU from an ocean of sameness to a much smaller pool of distinction.” The last 15 years have brought total transformation to HPU, from academic programs and campus facilities, to the culture of the institution. Here’s a glimpse: HPU grew its campus from 90 to 500 acres, increased enrollment by 250%, went from three to 10 academic schools, hired hundreds of new faculty, opened state-of-the-art learning facilities and student centers, and increased student support services. For example, every freshman at HPU receives a Success Coach to guide them in the transition to college. These growth stats show the outcome of the transformation, but the strategic vision to become The Premier Life Skills University shows you the “why” behind it all. “My focus has always been on creating an institution that focuses on rendering value for our students and their families,” says Qubein. “That’s why we have attracted top
faculty, enhanced academic offerings and created a campus that inspires students to transform their lives in a way that improves the world."
VALUES AND LIFE SKILLS
As Qubein and HPU family members rallied to transform HPU, four pillars emerged as the strategic vision: Academic Innovation, Experiential Learning, Values and Life Skills. New majors were launched, including neuroscience, entrepreneurship, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, engineering, physical therapy and more. Top-level faculty were hired to lead these programs, and impressive facilities where they can be housed were added to campus. Spend no more than 15 minutes on campus, and it’s clear that HPU is committed to academics and experiential learning. Modern science and engineering facilities
are housed on HPU’s $350 million Innovation Corridor, while communication, business, education and other academic facilities are located throughout. These facilities often have grand lobbies that mimic Fortune 500 companies or glass walls like Silicon Valley headquarters. Qubein wants students to be immersed in these environments so that when they land internship and job interviews at major corporations, which they often do, students are already comfortable in these environments. Every corner of campus is a place to learn experientially. The foundational pillars for HPU’s transformation, however, and the ones most distinct from other universities, are values-based learning and premier life skills. That's why American flags fly throughout campus and students hang out in grand spaces like Patriots Plaza, located in the heart of campus.
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“When your values are clear, making Academic Innovation HPU OFFERS BACHELOR, MASTER AND DOCTORAL DEGREES THROUGH 10 ACADEMIC SCHOOLS:
• Congdon School of Health Sciences • David R. Hayworth School of Arts and Design • Earl N. Phillips School of Business • Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy • Nido R. Qubein School of Communication • School of Dental Medicine and Oral Health • School of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences • Stout School of Education • Wanek School of Natural Sciences • Webb School of Engineering HPU PRESIDENT DR. NIDO QUBEIN HAS ALSO ASSEMBLED A TEAM OF HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERS AND CONSULTANTS TO EXPLORE NEW ACADEMIC SCHOOLS IN LAW, NURSING AND OPTOMETRY.
The Kester International Promenade is lined with historical sculptures such as Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Benjamin Franklin and Rosa Parks, while inspirational quotes are inscribed along the sidewalks. You’ll find these words from Roy Disney, co-founder of The Walt Disney Company, there: “When your values are clear, making decisions becomes easier.” These words summarize HPU’s approach to values-based living and learning. It’s true that HPU has radically transformed its campus and culture. And it’s true that transformation is continually embraced at HPU. New facilities equipped with innovative technology fill the entire campus. But as Qubein tells parents and students on their earliest visits to campus, HPU is first and foremost grounded in values—hard work, personal initiative, generosity, gratitude, faith, patriotism and more. “Values are everything in a world where technology is advancing at the speed and way in which decisions must be made,” says Qubein. “Parents spend their lives modeling values for their children. When they send their student to a university, they want it to uphold and further those values. And when students choose a university, they want an institution that will serve as an extension of their home.” HPU is that institution for thousands of families across the country, including many of whom have more than one student enrolled at the Premier Life Skills University.
SOLID STRATEGIES = SOLID SUCCESS
Accolades have been collected along HPU’s journey of exponential growth. For example, the National Association of College and University Business Offices (NACUBO) conducted a study of universities that experienced the largest net asset growth from 2005 to 2015. HPU ranked second in the nation in this study
decisions becomes easier.” High Point University is recognized by The Princeton Review’s “Best 386 Colleges” for #1 Dorms in the Nation and #9 Most Beautiful Campus in the Nation. HPU is also recognized by U.S. News and World Report as the #1 Best Regional College in the South for nine consecutive years and the #1 Most Innovative Regional College in the South for seven consecutive years.
with nearly 14 percent net asset growth. HPU has also received impressive rankings from trusted higher education sources, such as the Princeton Review’s “Best 386 Colleges” and U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges.” In U.S. News & World Report, HPU is named No.1 Best Regional College in the South for the last nine years and Most Innovative for the last six years. The university received a perfect overall score of 100 in the ranking. Supporters of HPU have jokingly remarked, “HPU has nowhere else to grow.” But Qubein’s reply reminds them that HPU isn’t finished. “How you change is how you succeed,” says Qubein. “But achieving your vision doesn’t mean you’ve reached the end of the line. It simply means that you’ve come to a new starting place. While we are proud of the recognition, our goal is not to achieve high rankings. Our goal is to positively impact the hearts and minds of the students who choose to attend HPU. By design, the university’s call to action—‘Choose to be extraordinary’—has no definitive conclusion. Excellence is to be pursued, not obtained.” A new starting place, indeed—this year welcomed the largest group of new students in HPU’s history. More than 1,550 new students joined HPU in fall 2021.
of graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation. That's 11% higher than the national average.* To view hundreds of HPU student success stories, visit highpoint.edu/outcomes *Data from the Class of 2020. High Point University follows the National Association of Colleges and Employers first destination reporting protocols.
The university has also grown to 5,850 total students, the largest total enrollment in history. HPU students hail from all 50 states and 56 countries. With $2 billion invested since 2005, the HPU family continues to move forward with faithful courage. Today, students come for a long list of reasons. Impressive academics. Life skills. Values-based learning. A phenomenal environment. A family legacy. The beautiful campus, the innovative programs and the state-of-the-art facilities are attention-grabbing; that’s true. But students and parents find more than that. The real reason thousands are flocking to HPU each year lies in the university’s mission and values—the core of HPU’s culture. Myles Markel, from Attleboro, Massachusetts, discovered HPU on U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” list. By November of his senior year in high school, he had visited campus and committed to attending HPU. “The academics are great here, as well as the campus,” said Markel, a neuroscience major. “I was sure I wanted to be here.” His father, Glenn Markel, said the university’s transformation impressed the family. “The academics are impressive, the campus is pristine and his neuroscience major seems like a very dynamic program,” Markel said. “We know HPU is constantly growing, and that’s important to us.”
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“When your values are clear, making Academic Innovation HPU OFFERS BACHELOR, MASTER AND DOCTORAL DEGREES THROUGH 10 ACADEMIC SCHOOLS:
• Congdon School of Health Sciences • David R. Hayworth School of Arts and Design • Earl N. Phillips School of Business • Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy • Nido R. Qubein School of Communication • School of Dental Medicine and Oral Health • School of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences • Stout School of Education • Wanek School of Natural Sciences • Webb School of Engineering HPU PRESIDENT DR. NIDO QUBEIN HAS ALSO ASSEMBLED A TEAM OF HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERS AND CONSULTANTS TO EXPLORE NEW ACADEMIC SCHOOLS IN LAW, NURSING AND OPTOMETRY.
The Kester International Promenade is lined with historical sculptures such as Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Benjamin Franklin and Rosa Parks, while inspirational quotes are inscribed along the sidewalks. You’ll find these words from Roy Disney, co-founder of The Walt Disney Company, there: “When your values are clear, making decisions becomes easier.” These words summarize HPU’s approach to values-based living and learning. It’s true that HPU has radically transformed its campus and culture. And it’s true that transformation is continually embraced at HPU. New facilities equipped with innovative technology fill the entire campus. But as Qubein tells parents and students on their earliest visits to campus, HPU is first and foremost grounded in values—hard work, personal initiative, generosity, gratitude, faith, patriotism and more. “Values are everything in a world where technology is advancing at the speed and way in which decisions must be made,” says Qubein. “Parents spend their lives modeling values for their children. When they send their student to a university, they want it to uphold and further those values. And when students choose a university, they want an institution that will serve as an extension of their home.” HPU is that institution for thousands of families across the country, including many of whom have more than one student enrolled at the Premier Life Skills University.
SOLID STRATEGIES = SOLID SUCCESS
Accolades have been collected along HPU’s journey of exponential growth. For example, the National Association of College and University Business Offices (NACUBO) conducted a study of universities that experienced the largest net asset growth from 2005 to 2015. HPU ranked second in the nation in this study
decisions becomes easier.” High Point University is recognized by The Princeton Review’s “Best 386 Colleges” for #1 Dorms in the Nation and #9 Most Beautiful Campus in the Nation. HPU is also recognized by U.S. News and World Report as the #1 Best Regional College in the South for nine consecutive years and the #1 Most Innovative Regional College in the South for seven consecutive years.
with nearly 14 percent net asset growth. HPU has also received impressive rankings from trusted higher education sources, such as the Princeton Review’s “Best 386 Colleges” and U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges.” In U.S. News & World Report, HPU is named No.1 Best Regional College in the South for the last nine years and Most Innovative for the last six years. The university received a perfect overall score of 100 in the ranking. Supporters of HPU have jokingly remarked, “HPU has nowhere else to grow.” But Qubein’s reply reminds them that HPU isn’t finished. “How you change is how you succeed,” says Qubein. “But achieving your vision doesn’t mean you’ve reached the end of the line. It simply means that you’ve come to a new starting place. While we are proud of the recognition, our goal is not to achieve high rankings. Our goal is to positively impact the hearts and minds of the students who choose to attend HPU. By design, the university’s call to action—‘Choose to be extraordinary’—has no definitive conclusion. Excellence is to be pursued, not obtained.” A new starting place, indeed—this year welcomed the largest group of new students in HPU’s history. More than 1,550 new students joined HPU in fall 2021.
of graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation. That's 11% higher than the national average.* To view hundreds of HPU student success stories, visit highpoint.edu/outcomes *Data from the Class of 2020. High Point University follows the National Association of Colleges and Employers first destination reporting protocols.
The university has also grown to 5,850 total students, the largest total enrollment in history. HPU students hail from all 50 states and 56 countries. With $2 billion invested since 2005, the HPU family continues to move forward with faithful courage. Today, students come for a long list of reasons. Impressive academics. Life skills. Values-based learning. A phenomenal environment. A family legacy. The beautiful campus, the innovative programs and the state-of-the-art facilities are attention-grabbing; that’s true. But students and parents find more than that. The real reason thousands are flocking to HPU each year lies in the university’s mission and values—the core of HPU’s culture. Myles Markel, from Attleboro, Massachusetts, discovered HPU on U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” list. By November of his senior year in high school, he had visited campus and committed to attending HPU. “The academics are great here, as well as the campus,” said Markel, a neuroscience major. “I was sure I wanted to be here.” His father, Glenn Markel, said the university’s transformation impressed the family. “The academics are impressive, the campus is pristine and his neuroscience major seems like a very dynamic program,” Markel said. “We know HPU is constantly growing, and that’s important to us.”
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Students Become Business Owners Marc Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of Netflix and HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence, regularly meets with students to offer feedback on their business plans.
Access to Innovators
From the co-founders of Apple and Netflix to CEOs and renowned journalists, High Point University is the only place where students are mentored by a Justice League of Global Leaders
Caitie Gehlhausen, ’20, connected with Entrepreneur in Residence Marc Randolph, the first CEO of Netflix, and launched her own business when she was a student. She now runs a company that’s all about strong connections. Her product, Socket Lock-It, is a smartphone card holder that is also a phone grip. It’s sold in 3,055 Walmarts and online. She pitched the idea to Randolph when she was a junior. He saw promise in it. They stayed in touch and traded emails as she continued developing the company. A year later, she pitched to him again and got more advice on how to start and run a business. “My goal evolved, and my questions evolved,” says Gehlhausen. “I pitched to Marc twice, and we continued our exchange. He gave me awesome advice. I couldn’t have picked a better place than HPU to pursue my goals.”
Companies invest millions of dollars each year to provide opportunities for employees to attend conferences and engage in professional development. High Point University has built this into the four-year academic journey, compressing time for graduates and helping them stand out from the competition in job and graduate school interviews. That’s why you’ll find industry titans regularly engaging with and mentoring students on HPU’s campus as part of their Access to Innovators Program. When students hear from these leaders, learn their stories, and get feedback on their ideas, they learn that they, too, have the power to accomplish whatever they set their minds to. It's how HPU brings "the art of the possible" to life.
High Point University’s All-Star In-Residence Lineup Some of the industry titans whom HPU attracts to campus to mentor students are featured on these pages, but the list is always growing. Visit highpoint.edu/innovators to learn more.
Steve Wozniak Innovator in Residence Apple co-founder
Joe Michaels Broadcaster in Residence Former Director of the NBC TODAY show
Marc Randolph Entrepreneur in Residence Netflix co-founder
Byron Pitts Journalist in Residence Co-anchor of ABC News’ Nightline
Karen Jacobsen Global Artist in Residence The “GPS Girl”; Australian voice of Siri
Cynt Marshall Sports Executive in Residence CEO of Dallas Mavericks
Bob Ryan Sports Reporter in Residence Famed Sportswriter for The Boston Globe
Dr. John Maxwell Dee Ann Turner Executive Coach in Residence Talent Acquisition Expert in Residence Bestselling Author and Internationally Former Vice President Renowned Leadership Expert for Talent at Chick-Fil-A
Mark Sanborn Leadership Expert in Residence Leadership speaker and Bestselling Author
Russell Weiner Corporate Executive in Residence Domino’s COO and President
William “Bill” E. Kennard Global Leader in Residence Current Chairman of AT&T’s Board of Directors, Former U.S. Ambassador and Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
David Horsager Trust Expert in Residence Bestselling Author and global authority on trust.
Scott McKain Dean Cain Corporate Educator in Residence Artist in Residence Bestselling Author, Business Famed Actor, Producer, Television Consultant; Trainer Presenter and Former Football Player
Larry Quinn Sales Professional in Residence Former National Sales Training Manager at Xerox
Ben Owen III Artist in Residence American Studio Potter
SPONSORED CONTENT | HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY
Students Become Business Owners Marc Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of Netflix and HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence, regularly meets with students to offer feedback on their business plans.
Access to Innovators
From the co-founders of Apple and Netflix to CEOs and renowned journalists, High Point University is the only place where students are mentored by a Justice League of Global Leaders
Caitie Gehlhausen, ’20, connected with Entrepreneur in Residence Marc Randolph, the first CEO of Netflix, and launched her own business when she was a student. She now runs a company that’s all about strong connections. Her product, Socket Lock-It, is a smartphone card holder that is also a phone grip. It’s sold in 3,055 Walmarts and online. She pitched the idea to Randolph when she was a junior. He saw promise in it. They stayed in touch and traded emails as she continued developing the company. A year later, she pitched to him again and got more advice on how to start and run a business. “My goal evolved, and my questions evolved,” says Gehlhausen. “I pitched to Marc twice, and we continued our exchange. He gave me awesome advice. I couldn’t have picked a better place than HPU to pursue my goals.”
Companies invest millions of dollars each year to provide opportunities for employees to attend conferences and engage in professional development. High Point University has built this into the four-year academic journey, compressing time for graduates and helping them stand out from the competition in job and graduate school interviews. That’s why you’ll find industry titans regularly engaging with and mentoring students on HPU’s campus as part of their Access to Innovators Program. When students hear from these leaders, learn their stories, and get feedback on their ideas, they learn that they, too, have the power to accomplish whatever they set their minds to. It's how HPU brings "the art of the possible" to life.
High Point University’s All-Star In-Residence Lineup Some of the industry titans whom HPU attracts to campus to mentor students are featured on these pages, but the list is always growing. Visit highpoint.edu/innovators to learn more.
Steve Wozniak Innovator in Residence Apple co-founder
Joe Michaels Broadcaster in Residence Former Director of the NBC TODAY show
Marc Randolph Entrepreneur in Residence Netflix co-founder
Byron Pitts Journalist in Residence Co-anchor of ABC News’ Nightline
Karen Jacobsen Global Artist in Residence The “GPS Girl”; Australian voice of Siri
Cynt Marshall Sports Executive in Residence CEO of Dallas Mavericks
Bob Ryan Sports Reporter in Residence Famed Sportswriter for The Boston Globe
Dr. John Maxwell Dee Ann Turner Executive Coach in Residence Talent Acquisition Expert in Residence Bestselling Author and Internationally Former Vice President Renowned Leadership Expert for Talent at Chick-Fil-A
Mark Sanborn Leadership Expert in Residence Leadership speaker and Bestselling Author
Russell Weiner Corporate Executive in Residence Domino’s COO and President
William “Bill” E. Kennard Global Leader in Residence Current Chairman of AT&T’s Board of Directors, Former U.S. Ambassador and Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
David Horsager Trust Expert in Residence Bestselling Author and global authority on trust.
Scott McKain Dean Cain Corporate Educator in Residence Artist in Residence Bestselling Author, Business Famed Actor, Producer, Television Consultant; Trainer Presenter and Former Football Player
Larry Quinn Sales Professional in Residence Former National Sales Training Manager at Xerox
Ben Owen III Artist in Residence American Studio Potter
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Why Global Leaders Champion High Point University “One of the things I love about High Point University is their focus on life skills. You need to have skills that can cover you in any circumstance, like being able to speak articulately, to make and defend an argument, to write persuasively, to be comfortable on your feet. You need those skills that are going to work for you regardless of what direction your business takes you or what direction your life takes you.”
“As the co-founder of Apple Computer, I travel the world and meet incredible, intelligent people. That’s why I love my role at High Point University, where I serve as Innovator in Residence. The more time I spend with HPU students and HPU President Nido R. Qubein, the more I appreciate the focus on developing life skills in their students. Transformation at HPU is second nature. That also makes the Webb School of Engineering a great addition to HPU’s excellent academic programs.” –Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence
C-Suite Poll:
Employers Want Life Skills When it comes to the skills employers want most in new hires, the results are clear: Employers consistently report that new hires don’t work out for reasons such as coachability and adaptability rather than technical competence. In fact, HPU conducted a survey of 500 executives at corporations with 5,000 employees or more. These executives say the life skills that outlast inevitable technical changes are what makes new hires successful. These life skills include the ability to communicate well with others, build relationships, adapt and navigate complex situations without being intimidated by life’s obstacles. YOU CAN VIEW THE FULL RESULTS AT
highpoint.edu/executivepoll
University Growth: At a Glance
2005 / 2021
–Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence
UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT (TRADITIONAL UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE)
1,673 / 5,850
250%
FULLTIME FACULTY
108 / 343
218%
CAMPUS SIZE (ACRES)
91 / 500
“My son, Kenneth, graduated from HPU in 2015, and I continue to appreciate the way HPU fostered the same values that my family holds dear. Kenny blossomed at HPU, and today, he enjoys a successful career as a media entrepreneur in Los Angeles. If you want a university that celebrates the values your family cherishes and that prepares students to create impact in this world, then you’ll appreciate High Point University.” –Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall, HPU’s Sports Executive in Residence
“I love coming to High Point University. For me, it’s like going to church because it lifts my spirits. The students and the faculty are good, intentional people, which is part of the culture. I get far more out of coming to HPU than I give.” –ABC News’ Nightline Co-Anchor Byron Pitts, HPU’s Journalist in Residence
449%
SQUARE FOOTAGE
650,000 / 3.5 m
218%
BUILDINGS ON CAMPUS (NEW AND ACQUIRED)
28 / 123
339%
TOTAL POSITIONS
385 / 1,765
358%
ECONOMIC IMPACT
$160.3 m / $765 m
377%
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET
$38 m / $300 m
UNITED WAY GIVING
$28,000 / $260,000
689% 829%
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Why Global Leaders Champion High Point University “One of the things I love about High Point University is their focus on life skills. You need to have skills that can cover you in any circumstance, like being able to speak articulately, to make and defend an argument, to write persuasively, to be comfortable on your feet. You need those skills that are going to work for you regardless of what direction your business takes you or what direction your life takes you.”
“As the co-founder of Apple Computer, I travel the world and meet incredible, intelligent people. That’s why I love my role at High Point University, where I serve as Innovator in Residence. The more time I spend with HPU students and HPU President Nido R. Qubein, the more I appreciate the focus on developing life skills in their students. Transformation at HPU is second nature. That also makes the Webb School of Engineering a great addition to HPU’s excellent academic programs.” –Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence
C-Suite Poll:
Employers Want Life Skills When it comes to the skills employers want most in new hires, the results are clear: Employers consistently report that new hires don’t work out for reasons such as coachability and adaptability rather than technical competence. In fact, HPU conducted a survey of 500 executives at corporations with 5,000 employees or more. These executives say the life skills that outlast inevitable technical changes are what makes new hires successful. These life skills include the ability to communicate well with others, build relationships, adapt and navigate complex situations without being intimidated by life’s obstacles. YOU CAN VIEW THE FULL RESULTS AT
highpoint.edu/executivepoll
University Growth: At a Glance
2005 / 2021
–Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence
UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT (TRADITIONAL UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE)
1,673 / 5,850
250%
FULLTIME FACULTY
108 / 343
218%
CAMPUS SIZE (ACRES)
91 / 500
“My son, Kenneth, graduated from HPU in 2015, and I continue to appreciate the way HPU fostered the same values that my family holds dear. Kenny blossomed at HPU, and today, he enjoys a successful career as a media entrepreneur in Los Angeles. If you want a university that celebrates the values your family cherishes and that prepares students to create impact in this world, then you’ll appreciate High Point University.” –Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall, HPU’s Sports Executive in Residence
“I love coming to High Point University. For me, it’s like going to church because it lifts my spirits. The students and the faculty are good, intentional people, which is part of the culture. I get far more out of coming to HPU than I give.” –ABC News’ Nightline Co-Anchor Byron Pitts, HPU’s Journalist in Residence
449%
SQUARE FOOTAGE
650,000 / 3.5 m
218%
BUILDINGS ON CAMPUS (NEW AND ACQUIRED)
28 / 123
339%
TOTAL POSITIONS
385 / 1,765
358%
ECONOMIC IMPACT
$160.3 m / $765 m
377%
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET
$38 m / $300 m
UNITED WAY GIVING
$28,000 / $260,000
689% 829%