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Distance Ed leader supports local American Cancer Society event

Ashworth College Gets Ready to "Make Strides" in Annual Atlanta Breast Cancer Fundraiser

NORCROSS, Georgia – October 23, 2009 – Ashworth College continues its community service endeavors through its support of the 2009 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, Saturday, October 24, 2009. The walk kicks off at Atlantic Station.

During the days leading up to the Walk, Ashworth will be seeking pledges to support Team Ashworth. This year's fundraising efforts will include a company wide bake sale.

"We're looking forward to participating in this year's walk," said Jeannie Brady, Ashworth Director of Human Resources. "It's a great opportunity to spend time with co-workers, meet new people, and give back to the community at the same time."

Throughout the year, Ashworth makes a concentrated effort to support worthwhile causes to include the Habitat for Humanity, Atlanta Community Food Bank, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and March of Dimes.

About Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the American Cancer Society's premier event to raise awareness and funds to fight breast cancer. But it's more than just the name of a walk – it describes the amazing progress we're making together to defeat this disease. In 2008, nearly 600,000 walkers across the country joined the American Cancer Society in a united fight against breast cancer raising more than $60 million.

About Ashworth College

Ashworth College, a leader in distance education, offers students worldwide more than 100 career-focused High School, Career School online diploma programs; undergraduate and graduate online certificate programs; and Associate, Bachelor's and Master's online degree programs; that are affordable and fit the busy schedules of working adults. Ashworth also offers specialized programs to corporate partners, active duty military personnel, military spouses, and homeschoolers.

Headquartered in Norcross, GA, Ashworth is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), a division of the US Department of Education. Ashworth High School is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). For more information visit AshworthCollege.edu.

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