Experienced healthcare leader to guide
Rasmussen University as it begins its 125th year.
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 16,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rasmussen University is pleased
to announce the appointment of Mark
Arnold as its next President, effective January 22, 2025. Arnold succeeds Paula Singer, who will transition to the
Rasmussen University Board of Directors as Vice Chair and Chair of
the Academic Affairs Committee.
Mark Arnold—a Minnesota
native—brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience
in healthcare and mission-driven organizations. Most recently, he
served as the Chief Executive Officer of outpatient mental health
provider Nystrom & Associates, where he successfully expanded
operations from 16 to over 50 locations across four states, serving
nearly 100,000 patients annually. His previous roles include Chief
Operating Officer and Chief Development Officer at Rayus Radiology
(formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging), helping the organization
grow from 55 to over 120 diagnostic imaging centers in 22 states,
and senior healthcare research analyst at Piper Sandler. Arnold's
extensive background also includes leadership roles at 3M Company and as a healthcare management
consultant.
Matthew Yale, Rasmussen
University's Board Chair, highlighted the significance of Arnold's
appointment. "We are thrilled to welcome Mark Arnold as the next President of Rasmussen
University. His extensive healthcare experience and proven
leadership in mission-driven organizations make him uniquely
qualified to lead Rasmussen during a time of tremendous
opportunity. We are well-positioned to help expand opportunities
for students in fields such as nursing, early childhood education,
business, and law enforcement, continuing our mission to empower
students and strengthen communities."
Mr. Yale continued, "I would also like to thank Paula Singer for her exceptional leadership over
the past two years. Her dedication has equipped Rasmussen for
sustainable growth, and I look forward to guiding the University
alongside her on the Rasmussen Board."
Rasmussen University educates more than 14,500 students across
20 campuses in six states and online. It is a national leader in
nursing education, offering a full nursing education ladder—from
Practical Nursing (PN) to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—and 15
health science and healthcare administration programs. The
University collaborates with health systems nationwide to transform
the relationship between healthcare education and employment.
Additionally, Rasmussen's more than 50 fully online degree
programs in business, technology, design, and social services
support the growing demand for accessible and personalized
career-focused education.
This year, Rasmussen University celebrates a 125-year legacy of
opportunity. Since its beginning in 1900 in St. Paul, Minnesota, Rasmussen has helped
create a path to success for students and provided unwavering
support along the way—especially to those underrepresented,
underserved and underestimated by traditional higher education.
Mr. Arnold shared his excitement about joining Rasmussen
University during its 125th anniversary year. "Rasmussen's 125-year
legacy of creating opportunities for students and transforming
lives and communities is truly inspiring. Its strong foundation in
healthcare education aligns well with my professional experience
and personal commitment to making a difference. This is a pivotal
time to expand opportunities in career-focused fields that address
critical workforce needs. I am honored to lead Rasmussen into its
next chapter and collaborate with the exceptional faculty, staff,
and students who bring its mission to life every day."
For more information about Rasmussen University and its more
than 60 career-focused programs available online and across its 20
campuses, please visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/.
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since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher
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country. The University is designed to lift and support its
students every step of the way, from each student's first
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of diverse students, communities and economies. Rasmussen
encourages its students, faculty and staff to strive for academic
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