There is an obvious concerted effort to deny the negative posts and to spin everything positively. While I understand the why, it's not going to change the reality.. Which is way too little and way too late!
Another Lawsuit filed this past Wednesday in IL: http://chicago.suntimes.com/news/7/71/1132099/state-illinois-sues-multiple-profit-colleges
"The state of Illinois filed a lawsuit Wednesday against multiple for-profit colleges, alleging deceptive and unfair conduct under the Consumer Fraud Act. The for-profit colleges named in the lawsuit are: -Education Management Corporation -Argosy... — read more
The Board of Directors is in bed with the Department of Education. The New Chairman used to work for Rod Paige at the DOE.
Very odd choice of new chairman, an ex-Dept of Ed chief of staff per his bio. Then a relatively benign settlement is made with the Department...his old cronies??? Very suspicious. I bet there is a story here if any reporters dare look into this.
Happy Thanksgiving--Everybody that works for EDMC. That may be the admissions slobs, the finance slobs the counselors and the general deadwood
You losers! It is probably the last time in years that you will be able to feed your families-----HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA--shit you didn't really think this charade was going to go on forever did you assholes?
Powerful Foursome
Can't imagine 4 better leaders than Read, Roble, Menin & Cumpston! SUO's future is in great hands!!!!!
Replying to a post
If you reply to a post, no one will see it. Does anyone know how to get to the source in case they're not aware of the problem?
Free Speech
To the owner / developer of these layoff sites.... Please don't cave in to pressure. Remember FREEDOM OF SPEECH!!!!!
Other layoff sites
Posts are missing from other company layoff sites. Either a glitch or somebody applying pressure. No big deal.,, can still do primary posts to get the message out.
EDMC Employees: What is the most interesting thing you are willing to disclose... any rumors? Funny stories? Will EDMC go bankrupt soon?
EDMC Employees: What is the most interesting thing you are willing to disclose... any rumors? Funny stories? Will EDMC go bankrupt soon?
The comment replies are still there, they just don't show the number of replies
If you click on the comment, you can still see the replies and still reply to comments. They just removed the count for the replies. The replies are still there though. Way to take care of the layoff site RVP. Edmc employees might be the only ones... — read more
I'm SCUM! I work for EDMC!
My new years resolution is to get the F*** out of here!
This site has been compromised - the view count keeps getting restarted! Replies to comments are not longer shown! Please, someone comment!
This site has been compromised - the view count keeps getting restarted! Replies to comments are not longer shown! Please, someone respond with a new comment if this is happening to you too! I do not think it is just me, according to the other... — read more
What happened to the posted replies? Is this site being run by EDMC??? I used to be able to view replies. Is this a conspiracy? Seriously?
WHat happened to the posted replies? Is this site being run by EDMC??? I used to be able to view replies. Is this a conspiracy? Seriously? If you cannot view replies either, please paste a new comment. We will not let EDMC silence us!!!
EDMC settlements chart new direction for private-sector education
http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/education/261062-edmc-settlements-chart-new-direction-for-private-sector
Anyone have an idea
What's happened to Sarah R at the Chandler South U location. Seems like a hush hush leave or move? Farewell party was this weekend but no-one seems to know the real reason behind her leave
Does anyone have any insight on Western State College of Law at Argosy in Fullerton, California?
Does anyone have any insight on Western State College of Law at Argosy, formerly Does anyone have any insight on Western State University College of Law, in Fullerton, California? This is an EDMC owned property. I have not heard good things.
SUO PGH has the best Campus Directors
Just wanted to thank the SUO PGH Campus Directors for all of their leadership, hard work, and dedication.
Dave & Busters
I heard all managers are at Dave & Busters tonight. Anybody for any insight on the party?
I'm new here at South but it is like kindergarten.
MGRS walk around all angry. Nobody knows how to train anyone. Just yell at them. And some ARS have there heads so far up mgrs asses and think they are better then everyone just because they drink with the bosses.what the hell did I get myself into... — read more
LMS video on Attorney General agreements. Thoughts?
Anyone watch the LMS video that came out to staff today? What is your take? Personally I founding amusing. The things that are highlighted are still going on around me every day. What's your take?
AIO PGH - All operations moving to Phoenix
People have been floating this "rumor" for a while. I'll tell you something - it's happening. If the school can survive that long, this will happen by March of 2016. Folks should really get out as quick as they can (as most people with any... — read more
It's not about the numbers!
Unless you're not hitting your numbers. Then it is about them and you will be put on an action plan. Really though if you're on a plan it's too late. Your replacement will have already interviewed and you're fired. It's all about the numbers. The... — read more
PORN STARS, STRIPPERS, RAMPANT FRAUD, AND NUMEROUS ILLEGAL PRACTICES COMPRISE THE TRADITION OF EDMC'S WESTERN STATE COLLEGE OF LAW AT ARGOSY
PORN STARS, STRIPPERS, RAMPANT FRAUD, AND NUMEROUS ILLEGAL PRACTICES COMPRISE THE TRADITION OF EDMC'S WESTERN STATE COLLEGE OF LAW AT ARGOSY As if it did not have a bad enough reputation already, the ABA-accredited Western State College of Law at... — read more
Accreditation fraud! Why isn't anyone calling out the American culinary federation?
The acf puts their stamp of approval on these bs art institute culinary programs. Experienced staff is gone, there is never enough equipment and the product is horrible. A five hour class has enough work for an hour. I dropped out of Aip after 3... — read more
100 million, Shmillion, drop in the bucket, as evidence by our new ad campaign we had ready to go.
"Welcome the the Art Institutes, the hardest thing you will ever love" really? LOL Notice they say nothing about working in a creative field in any shape way or form. http://www.ispot.tv/ad/74MT/the-art-institutes-welcome
Not happy with the settlement? You can alwasy start a new one!
That's right, for all you former students who didn't join in on the first round, nothing is holding you back from starting a new class action lawsuit. Just food for thought and a good way to keep EDMC off their balance. Heck, even if you dont win, it... — read more
The total fine is close to $200 million. more than the $100 million ever one keeps talking about
"The $102.8 million loan forgiveness program was announced on Monday in Washington along with a separate $95.5 million civil settlement with the Department of Justice, the result of a whistle-blower lawsuit accusing the company of using boiler-room... — read more
Related Fraud News
http://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2015/11/17/456367152/corinthian-misled-students-on-job-placement-investigation-finds
please weigh on on this serious question
Do you think that the lawsuit settlement will hasten or prolong the demise of EDMC? And, do you think there will be more layoffs at the end of this quarter?