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Rasmussen College to Host Grand Opening for New Eden Prairie Campus

July 10, 2006

Contact:
Nicole Stefurak
(407) 618-5300

Grand Opening Festivities Will Be Open to the Public

Eden Prairie, MN - Rasmussen College, a regionally accredited, private, degree granting career college, will host a grand opening celebration for its newest campus in Eden Prairie, MN, on July 14th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. The campus is located at 7905 Golden Triangle Drive next to the Vikings training facility at the intersection of 169 and 494.

The new campus is 22,000 square feet and contains a medical lab, 3 IT labs, along with the largest and most comprehensive student-focused library that Rasmussen College has to offer.

In addition to these new and spacious classrooms, the campus also offers students wireless internet throughout the building as well as state of the art computer labs where students can complete their online coursework.

The front of the facility is a space designed to house dedicated student support professionals and resources to create a personal connection with each student and to assist in career pursuits.

"The academic resource people and student services staff in this new building will be invaluable to the students here at the Eden Prairie Campus," said Kathy Howe, Eden Prairie Campus Director. "We provide the students with career services personnel and tutors that will help them succeed both at school and in their future careers."

"At Rasmussen College our focus has always been on servicing our students," commented Kristi Waite, President of Rasmussen College. "By opening this new campus, we can provide our students with more resources and opportunities to enhance their educational experiences."

The college began classes on July 3, 2006 with day, evening and online degree programs. The grand opening is open to the public. Individuals or groups interested in attending are asked to RSVP by calling 877-495-4500 or by e-mailing rsvpep@rasmussen.edu.

ABOUT RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Rasmussen College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to the growth and development of students, employees, and the communities it serves. Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College is recognized as a leader in innovative curriculum design, instructional delivery, and technology application in education. Rasmussen operates one campus in Rockford, IL and five campuses in Minnesota (Brooklyn Park, Eagan, Eden Prairie, St. Cloud, and Mankato.) The school also operates Rasmussen College Online, with a diverse student body from across the country. Rasmussen College offers a bachelors degree in business management and associate degrees, diplomas and certificates in accounting, allied health, business management, crime management, digital design and advertising, early childhood education, nursing, office management, and technology and information management. For more information please visit www.rasmussen.edu.

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