Throughout its history of more than 150 years, Bryant University has earned a distinguished reputation for innovative academic programs and technology that are marketplace driven and highly attuned to the emerging needs of industry and society. Bryant's close-knit, student-centered community of scholars delivers challenging academic programs that integrate business and the arts and sciences, with an emphasis on real-world application and a global perspective. Abundant co-curricular opportunities, service learning programs, internships, and practicums allow students to put theory into practice while building character and leadership skills. More than 40,000 Bryant alumni are making a difference in their work and their communities around the world. Bryant University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE, formerly NEASC), Association of American Colleges and Universities (AACU), and by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Bryant is ranked #7 by US News & World Report on its Regional Universities North list; ranked as one of the top undergraduate business programs by Business Week; and a Campus Technology Innovator by Campus Technology magazine.