Albizu University, known worldwide for its multicultural post-graduate higher education in psychology and other human services fields, received the prestigious award for Outstanding Education from the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) at the 30th Annual Sunshine Awards luncheon and ceremony that took place at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables.
“We are extremely humbled to receive this recognition from the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and I am proud to accept the award on behalf of the Albizu family,” said Dr. Sharrie Dean, Albizu University, Interim Chancellor, Miami Campus, who attended the event with other Albizu faculty members. “Providing high-quality education to uplift the Hispanic community in South Florida is a top priority for our institution, so we are honored to be recognized by this prestigious organization.”
From left to right (courtesy of South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) & Albizu University)
The SFLHCC Sunshine Awards celebrate excellence and outstanding achievements in the business community, particularly highlighting the contributions of individuals and companies that have significantly impacted the growth and prosperity of South Florida. Winners of these awards are seen as models of success, inspiring others with their dedication and achievements. Beyond its recognition of excellence and hard work, this accolade serves as a platform to bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from different sectors, fostering networking opportunities and collaborations.
About Albizu University
Proud of its roots and commitment to excellence in program offerings, Albizu University is a private, non-profit institution of higher learning with campuses in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Miami, Florida, and a University Center in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. It was the only regionally accredited secular University in the continental United States named in honor of a Hispanic, the distinguished Puerto Rican psychologist Dr. Carlos Albizu-Miranda. To date, over 9,000 graduates call Albizu University their Alma Mater—a university that prides itself on educating culturally competent individuals capable of serving the diverse populations of our global community. Albizu University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in psychology, education, speech-language pathology, and human services, as well as an ESOL program, taught by a diverse, expert faculty. Total enrollment is over 2,000 students representing 65 countries. Albizu University’s Miami Campus was recently recognized as the top institution for Best Online Master’s in Organizational Psychology Programs 2020 by BestColleges.com. For more information, visit albizu.edu.
