Paul H. Gault

Paul H. Gault
Special Assistant for Administration, and Assistant Secretary/Assistant Treasurer to the Board of Trustees
(816) 584-6829
paul.gault@park.edu

Paul H. Gault has the record for longevity among the current administration, having worked at the University (with the exception of two years in the U.S. Army) since earning his undergraduate degree in 1961. He served as Vice President for Business and Finance from 1981 until 2001. 

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Housing at Park

Living on campus is encouraged at Park University. Living on campus will offer you many opportunities to socialize with other students and to interact with faculty, which is a good way to acclimate yourself more quickly to your new environment.

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Campus Centers Nationwide

Undergraduate Campus Centers
Our campus centers nationwide offer undergraduate programs in an accelerated, 8-week format so you can earn your degree fast. At Park University, our goal is to make it as easy and as inexpensive as possible for you to complete your degree and to build your success. That's why we offer more choices of class times, locations and online options for completing your degree. 

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Online Programs

Undergraduate Online Programs
Hectic schedules, family obligations and travel requirements make it nearly impossible for many adults to attend traditional classes on campus. Park University's online learning programs eliminate those hurdles! Our goal is to offer you access to a quality education through convenient, affordable online degree programs. 

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Parkville Campus

Park University was founded in 1875, and is a four-year, private, nonprofit, coeducational, liberal arts institution with degree programs that are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. 

Park has no out-of-state tuition and has been named as a top ranked value nationwide among private colleges and universities by Parents and Colleges, an online resource for parents of college-bound students.

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Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor
Once a major has been declared, each student is assigned a faculty member as an academic advisor. Before the semester begins, each student is required to meet with their advisor to enroll in classes for the next semester. This advisor essentially acts as a mentor for your academic journey here at Park. 

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Parkville Commercial Underground

As an innovative commercial space for small businesses, wholesalers and light manufacturers, Parkville Commercial Underground offers businesses a unique opportunity to lease high-quality facilities at a reduced cost with access to the latest technology, major urban areas and key transportation hubs. 

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Our International Students

Park boasts over 633 international students from 112 different countries, so our international students will feel right at home in an educational environment that embraces diversity and encourages unique experiences. To accommodate and acclimate our international students, we organize lots of fun, free or low-cost activities that give our international students and American students many opportunities to interact and experience the local culture and festivities. 

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Military and Veterans

Established in 1875, Park University is a non-profit, independent, fully accredited and private post-secondary educational institution that recognizes the enormous contribution military personnel make to society. We have a long history of serving those who have dedicated much of their lives to serving our country. Park University and the U.S. Military enjoy an educational partnership that stretches back more than 90 years. 

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Self Examination

Rising not only to the challenge articulated by the Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement, but also to those that are unique to Park University as an independent, not-for-profit institution, one with a national footprint and a global reach, Park set about an intense period of reflection and self-examination. 

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America's History in Academics

When stakeholders gathered to consider the course of Park University for the next five years, they looked far beyond the walls of its campus centers. The Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement, a program of the American Council on Education, urged all institutions of higher learning to heed “the evolution of the global environment,” including seismic shifts in enrollment patterns, merging new centers of learning and scholarship, and challenges to America’s historic pre-eminence in higher education. 

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Go Abroad

Park offers a variety of study abroad programs to its diverse student body. Park offers study abroad in Denmark, Greece and Mexico through direct partnerships with institutions in those countries and in other countries through the College Consortium for International Studies (CCIS). Student exchange options also exist in Taiwan and Russia. 

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Clarinda H. Creighton

Clarinda H. Creighton is associate vice president for student affairs at Park University. Creighton has held various roles since coming to Park in 1986, formerly serving as vice president for enrollment management and student services, assistant vice president for academic support services and director of student support services. 

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Planned Giving

You can plan a gift to benefit Park University today or after your lifetime. These gifts enable Park to secure and grow the endowment, improve infrastructure, and provide greater financial assistance to current and future students.

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Legacy at Park University

How will you leave your legacy?
There are a number of ways you can leave a legacy at Park University through your estate. In many instances, you can build a plan that will provide revenue streams for you during your lifetime and ultimately benefit Park University through the settlement of your estate. Many of these vehicles have tax advantages as well. We are here to help you find the best way to make a lasting impact at Park. 

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Global Engagement

When stakeholders gathered to consider the course of Park University for the next five years, they looked far beyond the walls of its campus centers. The Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement, a program of the American Council on Education, urged all institutions of higher learning to heed “the evolution of the global environment,” including seismic shifts in enrollment patterns, merging new centers of learning and scholarship, and challenges to America’s historic pre-eminence in higher education. 

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Graduate Students

Park University's Graduate School offers a variety of masters degrees and certificate programs with a practical focus, high academic standards, and flexible, online course scheduling to meet the challenges faced by today's professionals. Graduate students enrolling at Park University can complete their degrees in traditional classes, in online classes, or by combining traditional and online classes in a manner that suits their needs and enhances their educational experiences. Our goal is to make it as convenient as possible for you to earn an advanced degree and build your success.

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Unrestricted Giving

Park Fund - Unrestricted Giving
Your contribution to The Park Fund provides unrestricted and budget relieving support for the general operating budget of the University. Giving to Park University is an investment in the continued growth of the University and insures that others - students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends- will have those same experiences. Your gift will be used in various ways - to strengthen and enhance academic programs, provide scholarship assistance to students with financial need, provide funding for faculty development, increase resources in the library, provide necessary upgrades to our technology, sustain and grow our athletic programs, and help renovate our buildings and other facilities on campus. Your contribution helps the University bridge the gap between tuition revenues and the actual cost of a Park University education. 

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Watch Kirby's Story

Watch Kirby's story and hear about the impact of her journey at Park University. Because of alumni and friends like you, Park can continue to provide opportunities for more students like Kirby. 

The Park Fund works year round to provide Park University with resources for:
Scholarships
Tuition Assistance
Academic Programs
Smart Classrooms
Technology Upgrades
Student Activities
Facilities and Ground Maintenance
Athletic Programs

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