Grantham University Signs Education Agreement with Bonner Springs Family YMCA

By Laura Barker

LENEXA, Kan. January 17, 2020 — Online education pioneer Grantham University recently entered into an educational partnership with the Bonner Springs Family YMCA. The organization offers Bonner Springs-area kids and families a variety of programs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The partnership will provide a number of educational benefits to Bonner Springs Family YMCA members, employees and their respective qualified family members.

Under the agreement, the individuals listed above can take advantage of: reduced tuition for Grantham’s more than 50 undergraduate- and graduate-level degree and certificate programs; a complimentary Prior Learning Assessment and professional development session; and career opportunities hosted through the Grantham University Career Launch program.

“The Bonner Springs Family YMCA helps people of all ages reach their greatest potential, largely through sports and physical activity,” said George Colon, Grantham University’s director of university outreach. “We think an education through Grantham will help adult members and employees reach a different kind of potential while setting a great example for the youth around them.”

This new partnership is one of more than 50 similar programs in which Grantham has engaged. Those agreements have been formed with various corporations, associations, colleges and community organizations in the region, as well as across the nation.

“Grantham’s online convenience is ideal for Bonner Springs Family YMCA members and employees, as well as all working professionals who want to pursue a higher education but need a more flexible scheduling option,” said Colon. “We also offer live tutoring and dedicated support to help ensure their success through graduation and beyond.”

For Bonner Springs Family YMCA members, employees, spouses and children (of any age) interested in additional information about the new partnership, please visit https://www.grantham.edu/rmi/bonner-springs-ymca/.

Organizations wanting to explore partnership opportunities with Grantham University are welcome to visit our website or call (888) 477-6830.

About Grantham University
Founded in 1951 by WWII veteran Donald Grantham, Grantham University provides online higher education for all adult learners, including our nation’s military for whom the university was established. Designated in 2019 as a Purple Heart University, Grantham boasts a diverse body, approximately half being military-affiliated. For anyone balancing education with a demanding lifestyle, Grantham is the solution with its flexible online learning environment, monthly course starts, 50+ degree and certificate programs, and one of the lowest tuitions in the country¹.

Accredited since 1961 by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, Grantham’s education offerings evolve with marketplace demands, with a growing number of programmatic accreditations from nationally recognized accrediting bodies.