University of Phoenix: More than 400 students graduating from University of Phoenix Wisconsin campuses

WHAT: A commencement ceremony is planned for more than 400 University of Phoenix graduates, a local leader in educating working professionals.

WHO: University of Phoenix will recognize students who have studied online or attended classes at one of its physical locations in the state including the nearby Madison and Milwaukee Campuses. The most popular degree programs among the graduates are in the fields of business, healthcare, information technology and criminal justice.

The commencement ceremony will feature student speaker Tomica Holland, who is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in business management.

WHEN: Saturday, June 9, 2012
Doors open at 12:15 p.m.; ceremony begins at 1 p.m.

WHERE: Milwaukee Theatre
500 West Kilbourn Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203

INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:

* Dave Steffen, Campus Director, University of Phoenix Milwaukee Campus

* Briana Houlihan, Campus Director, University of Phoenix Madison Campus

* Tomica Holland, University of Phoenix graduate and student speaker

* Gail Brill, University of Phoenix graduate

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help students balance education and life in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, challenging courses and interactive learning can help students pursue personal and career aspirations without putting their lives on hold. University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S. as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit phoenix.edu .