Bannon Puckett
Senior Staff Writer, Communications & Engagement
The Latest.
Looking for the latest in education technology? Or to see what’s been happening at 2U? It’s all right here.
Partner Spotlight
How the University of Minnesota Expanded Access and Affordability for Boot Camp Students with 2U’s Help
Learn how the U of M was able to spring into action when COVID-19 hit and not only pivot its on-the-ground boot camps to online—but also offer scholarships for underrepresented learners in financial need along with an interest-free payment plan for all.
Culture
A Day in the Life: Learning and Engagement Facilitator Jess Lee
Learn how this No Back Row Award winner found clarity and confidence through a community of colleagues—and why she’s a firm believer in the adage “it takes a village.”
Mission
Reimagine, Innovate, Solve, Empower: How Capgemini’s RISE Internship Is Accelerating Opportunity for Aspiring Tech Consultants, Including Boot Camp Grads
Learn how one of our industry partners, Capgemini, is empowering boot camp graduates and other rising tech talents through an innovative internship experience that boasts a 96% job offer rate.
Culture
How This Senior Manager of Student Success Is Practicing What She Preaches in the MBA@Rice Program
After years of coaching students, Kris Galligan decided to embark on her own educational journey. Today, she serves as both a leader and learner at 2U: working full-time as a senior manager of student success while completing the MBA@Rice program and raising a family.
Culture
A Day in the Life: Senior Creative Innovation Specialist Imani Lewis
Learn what this mission-driven 2Ute loves most about her work on the Digital Team and how she advocates for equity, empowerment, and allyship as a member of 2U's Womxn’s Alliance Network.
Insights
“Leadership Is Not a Solo Act": The President of Simmons University Discusses the Power of Community on EDU: Live
Dr. Lynn Wooten joined series host David Sutphen for a conversation on creating inclusive learning opportunities, building “a constellation of mentors,” and empowering women leadership.
Culture
DiversityFirst Honors Our VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Global Chairs of 2U's Business Resource Networks
Learn what this recognition means to Millette Granville and five other 2Utes paving the way for a stronger culture of inclusivity at 2U.
Culture
A Day in the Life: Student Success Manager Corrine Padilla
Learn how this committed 2Ute—a member of our Womxn’s Alliance Network and first-generation college student—is now carving out spaces for underrepresented tech talent in Utah’s “Silicon Slopes.”
Culture
A Day in the Life: Senior Academic Manager Morghanne Procter
Learn what it’s like to work on the Academic Management team for 2U-powered short courses from this recent No Back Row Award winner based in Cape Town—perhaps also a superhero in disguise.
Culture
A Day in the Life: Director of SEO and Organic Search Ilhaam Ismail
March is Women’s History Month in the U.S., but it’s different in South Africa. Learn how this Cape Town-based member of our Womxn’s Alliance Network balances raising children, speaking out, and maximizing 2U’s presence online.