Touro University Worldwide Congratulates the Graduating Class of 2012

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Dr. Bernard Luskin, CEO and Senior Provost of Touro University Worldwide announced the graduating students of the inaugural class of 2012 on behalf of the university, its Board of Trustees, administration and staff. The Commencement Ceremony took place on Sunday afternoon, June 3, 2012 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village, California.

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"We are proud of our first graduates who have completed a TUW Master's degree. The 2012 Commencement was a wonderful event for each graduate transitioning from TUW student to alumni," said Luskin.

"The 30 graduates listed below are from across the United States and The United Kingdom. Many met face to face for the first time even though they have been communicating with each other in classes and online meetings," said Dr. Toni Thomas Luskin, Chair of the Media and Communications Psychology program at Touro University Worldwide.

Graduates are:

"The twenty eight (28) graduates earned a Masters Degree in Media and Communication Psychology (MCP) because the program started two years ago. One has completed his MA degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (IOP) and one, her MBA in programs that began in January, 2011. These first graduates pave the way for larger numbers now completing degrees," said Provost Luskin.

"Media and Communication Psychology is an emerging new field. Our graduates are working professionals, many at the top of their industries in fields as diverse as Pharmaceuticals, Bio-technology, Public Relations, Higher Education and Film Production and we are proud of each of them," added Dr. Toni Luskin.

Touro University Worldwide is enrolling new students every day. To discuss a program or find out how you can apply or participate, please contact:

• Heather Grace Hoglund, Director of Enrollment Management 818-874-4121 [email protected] 
• Matteo Indelicato, Senior Program Advisor 818-874-4118 [email protected]

Press Contact:

• Alisa German, CMO & Director of Communications (818) 874-4105 [email protected]  

Touro University Worldwide (TUW)

TUW presently offers online Masters' Degree Programs in Business (MBA), Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Media and Communications Psychology, Physician Assistant, and Marriage and Family Therapy.  For program and enrollment information, visit: www.TUW.edu.

About the Touro College and University System

Touro is a system of non-profit institutions of higher and professional education. Touro College was chartered in 1970 primarily to enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve the larger American and global community. Approximately 19,000 students are currently enrolled in its various schools and divisions. Touro College has branch campuses, locations and instructional sites in the New York area, as well as branch campuses and programs in Berlin, Jerusalem, Moscow, Paris, and Florida. Touro University California and its Nevada branch campus, as well as Touro University Los Angeles and its Touro University Worldwide division are members of the Touro College and University System.  For further information on Touro College, please go to: http://www.touro.edu/media/.

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