I feel so empowered!  🙂  I just received an email from Martha (or whatever her/his/its name is), an Academic Counselor at College Degree Fast, the subject of a previous post, informing me that my requested degree choice Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration has been approved by the following accredited universities:

• Central Western University    (Texas)
• Southern National University  (Florida)
• Westfield University (Internet domain registration in Chesterbrook, PA, USA)
• Liberty International University (Florida)

Why?  Because Indeed you have much experience in your chosen field. Your extensive experience and prior education and Technical Training certainly warrant you a degree from several reputable Colleges.  That and the assumption that I will enter the number of a valid credit card.  Was $499.  Now only $389 with free shipping!  Below is the message that made my day.  The Yahoo! email address adds a special touch. 

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From: University Services <universityservices@yahoo.com>
To:
Sent: Saturday, November 5, 2011 9:21 PM
Subject: Choose your Degree & University Today!

Dear ______,      Act Soon and Save $100-$200, plus free graduate Item!!

Thank you for filling in the enrollment form relating to your degree at http://www.college-degree-fast.com/ .  We will keep your information for 72 hours, after that, (for your security) it is deleted and you may fill in a new one.

My name is Martha, I have included my direct phone number below. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding this unique – Empowering program.

Unlike most on line degree programs, our Network of Universities include:

• NO BAD PRESS ON LINE
• PROFESSIONAL VERIFICATION SERVICE: PHONE/FAX
• MOST AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS, RAISED SEALS, OFFICIAL PAPER

Your requested degree choice Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration has been approved by the following accredited universities:

• Central Western University   
• Southern National University 
• Westfield University
• Liberty International University

Our Member Universities are the leaders in on line distance learning. They are fully accredited. You will receive all contact information accreditation websites and more with your package…

Every Career reaches a turning point. At that juncture, the right actions could propel you through a career full of challenges and accomplishments. Likewise, indecisiveness could leave your career growth stagnant for years. Consider the turning point of your career. Your college degree will open many doors of opportunity. Many successful endeavors can follow this.

Please go to Purchase Bachelor to purchase your package & take advantage of the free offer…

Kind Regards, Martha, Academic Counselor, universityservices@yahoo.com, 888-407-1110

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Why and What To Do?

The issue of a private sector company acting as a broker for diploma mills is an example of the right hand not knowing what the left hand is doing.  Why are individuals permitted to set up for-profit companies, call them universities and engage in transnational fraud? 

MAA