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Faculty member at Capella University, an accredited online university, awarded Fulbright Scholar grant
Dr. Rudolph Rÿser, a faculty member with the online university's School of Public Service Leadership, will research the contributions of indigenous knowledge systems of west Mexico to modern food security
MINNEAPOLIS, June 14, 2011 – Rudolph Rÿser, PhD, a faculty member in the School of Public Service Leadership at Capella University, an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high quality online degree programs for working adults, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant. He will conduct research in western Mexico and deliver lectures at the Universidad del Valle de Atemajac (UNIVA) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, during the 2011-12 academic year.
Dr. Rÿser's research will examine the contributions of indigenous knowledge systems of west Mexico to modern food security and adaptation strategies in response to the adverse effects of climate change. He will share his analysis with faculty and students by delivering a series of lectures on food policy and non-governmental organizations at his host institution, the Universidad del Valle de Atemajac. The results of his research will also be shared with the United Nations NairobiWork Program, UNESCO and the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.
"I look forward to contributing to the constructive and cooperative relationship between the United States and Mexico, and in my capacity as a researcher exploring west Mexico's ancient food security strategies that may help meet modern food insecurity challenges in both countries," Dr. Rÿser said.
The Fulbright program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries.
As of March 31, 2011, nearly 40,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella University (http://www.capella.edu), with 31 percent enrolled in Capella's doctoral degree programs, and 47 percent enrolled in Capella's master's degree programs. The learning and career outcomes of Capella's students and alumni can be found at www.capellaresults.org.About Capella University
Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. Nearly 80 percent of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's, specialist, or doctoral degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, public administration, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 136 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 17 certificate programs. Nearly 40,000 learners were enrolled as of March 31, 2011, from all 50 states and 59 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 visit http://www.capella.edu or 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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