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Date Title   12/18/09 American Public University Awards 14 Full Academic Scholarships as Part of Career Stimulus Package Recipients Receive Scholarships for Associate, Bachelor's and Master's DegreesCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Dec 18, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- American Public University (APU) has awarded 14 full academic scholarships to deserving winners from around the country as part of APU's commitment to the Private Sector Career Stimulus Package initiative. APU participated in the Career Stimulus Package to help educate, empower and employ adult learners and enable recipients to...  12/15/09 American Public University System Becomes One of the First For-Profit Online Universities to Join JSTOR University System Gains Access to a Trusted Archive of Scholarly Research Now Available to Students and FacultyCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Dec 15, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- American Public University System (APUS) now has access to the complete backfiles of 278 leading scholarly journals in the arts, humanities, and general sciences by becoming a member of JSTOR. JSTOR was founded in 1995 to build trusted digital archives for scholarship. APUS, an online university...  12/07/09 Dealing with the "Holidaze," the Travel and the Shopping Maze: American Public University Experts Offer Holiday Sanity and Safety Tips CHARLES TOWN, W.V.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 7, 2009-- The 2009 holiday season is officially underway – and while most of us look forward to the fun and excitement, some feel overwhelmed by the stress of office parties, family get-togethers, winter travel and grid-locked shopping mall parking lots. To keep the holidays safe and sane, American Public University System (APUS) Professors John D. Moore, Ph.D., Tim Hardiman, and Mariana Leckne...  11/18/09 American Public University System Adds Bachelor of Arts in General Studies to Its Broad Curriculum CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 18, 2009-- To enable students to focus on unique areas of study with more flexibility than is possible with a traditional major, American Public University System (APUS), announces a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies. APUS also offers an Associate degree in General Studies through its member institutions American Public University and American Military University. APUS is an accredited, online, univ...  11/11/09 American Public Education to Present at the Signal Hill Third Annual Education Preview Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 11, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Wallace E. Boston, Jr. plans to address the financial community at the Signal Hill Third Annual Education Preview Conferen...  11/10/09 American Public University System Launches "Green Building Blog" to Discuss Environmentally-Friendly Architectural Design and Sustainability Issues Graduate Student Documents Construction of Energy-Efficient Academic Center, and Discusses LEED Certification and Other Environmental Related Topics CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 10, 2009-- American Public University System (APUS) today announced the “APUS Green Building Blog,” a new environmental blog designed to document the construction of its energy-efficient academic center. The blog will discuss ...  11/05/09 American Public Education Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results Net Course Registrations from New Students Increased Approximately 41% in Third Quarter 2009 Compared to the Prior Year Period CHARLES TOWN, W.V.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 5, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System (APUS), which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced strong financial results...  10/15/09 American Public University System Breaks Ground on New Academic Center in Charles Town, WV New Energy Efficient Facility Designed to Complement the Historical Character of Charles Town and to Support the Institution’s Continued Expansion CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 15, 2009-- With several local and national dignitaries in attendance, American Public University System (APUS) held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on its new, energy-efficient academic center in the heart of...  10/09/09 American Public Education to Webcast Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call on November 5, 2009 CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 9, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – plans to release third quarter 2009 results after the close of U.S. financial markets on November 5, 2009. A live webcast of its third quarter 2009 earnings conference ...  09/30/09 American Public University System Introduces Master of Arts in Legal Studies Degree Program One of Only a Few Legal Studies Programs Offered Online CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 30, 2009-- American Public University System (APUS), introduced a Master of Arts in Legal Studies to broaden its program offerings for students interested in expanding their academic and professional development by studying legal doctrine and concepts. APUS also offers a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies and an ...  09/29/09 American Public University System Honored by Renowned International Nonprofit Group Committed to Excellence in Online Higher Education The Sloan Consortium to Present APUS with the 2009 Ralph E. Gomory Award for Quality Online Education at Annual Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2009-- In recognition of outstanding quality in online learning, The Sloan Consortium (Sloan-C) will present American Public University System (APUS) with the 2009 Ralph E. Gomory Award for Quality Online Education at the 15th Sloan-C Annual International Conference ...  09/24/09 U.S. Congressman Gerry Connolly (VA-11) Visits American Public University SystemTo Discuss Online Education for Service Members CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Sep 24, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Representative Gerald "Gerry" E. Connolly, VA-11, met recently with officials from American Public University System (APUS) in their Manassas, Va. offices to learn more about how APUS's online education is meeting the needs of active duty service members and veterans. Rep. Connolly took the opportunity to walk through the university's online learning experience and better understand the rich learning ...  09/24/09 APUS Professor, Patricia Campbell, Ph.D., Selected to Serve on the Committee on Teaching and Learning of the American Political Science Association CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 24, 2009-- Patricia J. Campbell, Ph.D., Program Director for International Relations, Middle Eastern Studies and Area Studies at American Public University System (APUS), was recently appointed to serve on the Committee on Teaching and Learning for the American Political Science Association (APSA) during its annual conference in Toronto, Canada. APUS is an online university system that includes Americ...  09/03/09 American Public Education to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences CHARLES TOWN, W.V.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 3, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Wallace E. Boston, Jr. plans to address the financial community at the ThinkEquity Sixth Annual Growth Conference and the BM...  08/19/09 Back-to-School Resource from American Public University for Teachers, Counselors: 'Tips' Cards on ADD/ADHD, Bullying, Child Abuse, Teen Depression CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 19, 2009-- “Tips for Teachers” cards on key behavioral and student wellness issues are available at no cost to teachers, counselors, principals and other school-based personnel, thanks to a program by American Public University, a member institution of American Public University System, an accredited, online university system that serves more than 50,000 working adults studying worldwide. ...  08/13/09 American Public Education Announces Board Transitions CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 13, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that David L. Warnock and Phillip A. Clough, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, plan to depart from American Public Education’s Board of Directors. Mr. Warnock...  08/12/09 American Public University System Part of New Website Offering Transparency to Adult Learners Returning to College BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 12, 2009-- A consortium of adult-serving colleges and universities, including American Public University System, has launched a new initiative aimed at adult learners seeking better information in choosing an institution offering degrees through distance education. The initiative, called Transparency by Design, launched a website that gives adult learners new information to accelerate and better inform their deci...  08/04/09 Sharon van Wyk, PhD, Joins American Public University System as Chief Operations Officer CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 4, 2009-- American Public University System (APUS) – an online university system that serves more than 50,000 working adults worldwide – has announced Sharon van Wyk, PhD, as Chief Operations Officer. In this role, she will be responsible for leading the university’s efforts in student services, human resources and information technology. “I am pleased that Dr. van Wy...  08/04/09 American Public Education Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 4, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced strong financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009. Recent Highlights: The Company announced net course registrations of...  07/21/09 American Public Education to Webcast Second Quarter 2009 Results Conference Call CHARLES TOWN, W.V.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 21, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – plans to release second quarter 2009 results after the close of U.S. financial markets on August 4, 2009. A live webcast of its second quarter 2009 results conference ...  06/30/09 American Public University Holds First-Ever, Virtual University Admissions Event American Public University (APU, www.studyatapu.com), a member institution of the American Public University System (www.apus.edu), which provides career-enhancing master, bachelor and associate degree programs for more than 45,000 working adults around the world, will host prospective students for an all-day, first-of-its-kind virtual learning event and online admissions fair. WHAT: EduFair, the first known live virtual admissio...  06/24/09 American Public University System Introduces Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 24, 2009-- American Public University System (APUS) (http://www.apus.edu), has introduced a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensics to its growing degree programs in public safety. APUS also offers a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Criminal Justice through its member institutions American Public University and American Military University. ...  06/12/09 American Public University Offers 15 Academic Scholarships as Part of Career Stimulus Package CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 12, 2009-- American Public University (APU) is partnering with eLearners.com on The Private Sector Career Stimulus Package, to help educate, empower and employ adult learners. Through this program, APU is offering 15 academic scholarships to ease the financial impact of pursuing and completing a respected online degree with APU, and to help empower and enable recipients to develop their careers...  06/11/09 American Public University Partners with National Park Service Offers Teachers Course to Commemorate 150th Anniversary of John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry, WV Charles Town, W.Va. (Vocus) June 11, 2009 -- American Public University () (APU) is partnering with the Harpers Ferry National Historic Park to offer teachers of grades 4 through 12 a 3-credit, online graduate history course in connection with an onsite, free summer workshop offered by the National Park Service. APU is offering the course with a $720 scholarship toward the $825 tuition. The course...  06/05/09 American Public University System Recognizes More Than 2800 Graduates at Commencement Ceremony CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 5, 2009-- The largest graduating class in the history of American Public University System (www.apus.edu) (APUS) was recognized recently at the APUS Class of 2009 commencement. Comprised of member institutions American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU), APUS is an accredited online university system that serves more than 45,000 working adults studying worldwide. Mor...  05/27/09 American Public Education to Present at the William Blair 29th Annual Growth Stock Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 27, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Harry T. Wilkins plans to address the financial community at the William Blair 29th Annual Growth Stock Conf...  05/27/09 American Public Education to Present at the UBS Global Technology and Services Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 27, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Wallace E. Boston, Jr. plans to address the financial community at the UBS Global Technology and Services Conference in New...  05/08/09 American Public Education to Present at Robert W. Baird & Co.'s 2009 Growth Stock Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 8, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Wallace E. Boston, Jr. plans to address the financial community at Robert W. Baird & Co.’s 2009 Growth Stock Confe...  05/07/09 American Public Education Reports First Quarter 2009 Results CHARLES TOWN, W. Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May. 7, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced strong financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. Recent Highlights: The Company announced net course registrations ...  04/24/09 American Public University System Trustee, Lieutenant General Richard G. Trefry, Has U.S. Army Achievement Award Created in His Honor CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 24, 2009-- The United States Army has announced the creation of The Lieutenant General Richard G. Trefry Lifetime of Service Award. Created in honor of American Public University System Trustee, Lieutenant General Richard G. Trefry (USA, Ret.), the award can be presented to current or former members of the Army and Department of the Army Civilians who show a lifetime of extraordinary service to the Army, sup...  04/16/09 American Public Education to Webcast First Quarter 2009 Results Conference Call CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 16, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – plans to release first quarter 2009 results after the close of U.S. financial markets on May 7, 2009. A live webcast of its first quarter 2009 results conference call ...  04/07/09 Survey Underscores Importance of Keeping Higher Education Affordable, Career-Relevant and Convenient, Says American Public University System President Wallace E. Boston, Jr. CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Apr 07, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Results of a major nationwide survey examining the effect of the recession on adult learners underscore the importance of keeping higher education tuition affordable, and reinforce American Public University System's (http://www.apus.edu) (APUS) focus on offering high-value, career-relevant, online degree programs, APUS President Wallace E. Boston, Jr. said today. Higher education research and consultin...  03/26/09 George Vukovich, American Military University Director of Military Outreach, Elected President of the Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 26, 2009-- George Vukovich, Director of Military Outreach at American Military University (AMU) (www.amuonline.com), was recently elected President of the Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education (ACME). The Virginia ACME was formed to promote, support and deliver meaningful education within all branches of the Armed Services encouraging educational institutions to be innovative and flexible in...  03/10/09 American Public Education Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End 2008 Results Revenues Increase 49% in Fourth Quarter 2008 Compared to the Prior Year Period CHARLES TOWN, W.V.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 10, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced strong financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2008. Recent Highlight...  02/16/09 American Public Education to Present at the 11th Annual Credit Suisse Global Services Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 16, 2009-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Wallace E. Boston, Jr. plans to address the financial community at the 11th Annual Credit Suisse Global Services Conference in Phoenix...  02/10/09 APUS Vice President of Military Programs Elected President of the Council of Colleges and Military Educators CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 2009-- James Sweizer, Vice President of Military Programs at American Public University System (APUS) (http://www.apus.edu), assumed the role of President of the Council of Colleges and Military Educators (CCME) at their annual symposium in Honolulu, Hawaii. CCME is the only national organization for professional military educators. Sweizer was most recently President-Elect of the organization an...  02/03/09 American Public Education to Present at Deutsche Bank Small and Mid-Cap Growth Conference CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Feb 03, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) - parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University - announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Harry T. Wilkins, CPA plans to address the financial community at the Deutsche Bank Small and Mid-Cap Growth Conference in Nap...  01/29/09 American Public Education Announces Addition to its Board of Directors CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) – parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University – today announced the election of Timothy J. Landon to its Board of Directors. Mr. Landon retired from the Tribune Company in February 2008, after having served in a variety of positions wit...  01/16/09 American Public Education to Webcast Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Results Conference Call CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 16, 2009--American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI) - parent company of online learning provider American Public University System, which operates through American Military University and American Public University - plans to release fourth quarter and year end 2008 results after the close of U.S. financial markets on March 10, 2009. A live webcast of its fourth quarter and full year 2008 results ...

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