Prescott Valley, AZ — E.J. Krause & Associates, a world leader in exhibition and conference management, has teamed with Northcentral University (www.ncu.edu), an innovator in 100% online higher education, to sponsor a White Paper contest to support the Global Border Security Conference and Technology Expo in Austin, Texas, on May 21-22, 2008. White Papers are to be submitted for two different categories; one for working professionals in academics, industry, law enforcement and military professionals, and a second for collegiate students under the age of 25. The topic for the papers must relate to the use of technology for border security: How can science best address the gaps and challenges faced on the world's borders?

Michael Rosenberg, Vice President of E.J. Krause & Associates, Inc., underscored the importance of promoting innovation and analysis. "We have teamed with Northcentral University to solicit creativeeas and analysis related to issues of national concern involving global border security and the use of technology to address gaps and challenges from academics, students, analysts, researchers, and industry. This will be achieved through two different contests; one designed for students (both undergraduate and graduate), and one for professionals (academics/industry/law enforcement/military). Two separate awards will be judged, with both winners given an opportunity to present their work at the conference."

Dr. Clinton Gardner, President of Northcentral University, commented "This is our second opportunity to team with E.J. Krause to promote a contribution to the body of knowledge in the fast growing field of homeland security. Our university has a history of innovation. NCU was the first 100% online university to be accredited to offer doctoral degrees with its initial accreditation by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which accredits schools focusing on teaching excellence. This White Paper competition is an extension of our growing partnership with industry."

White Paper contest participants must submit an initial abstract of 175 words by March 1, 2008. Final submission must be completed by May 1, 2008. The winner will be announced on May 21, 2008. Papers will be 9 - 11 pages long, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, submitted as a Word document to whitepapers@globalbordersecurity.com. Writers will provide their submissions in English using APA or MLA format. Previously published work may not be submitted. Papers will be judged using a double blind review by subject matter experts. Both winners will receive a Savings Bond, a plaque, and an opportunity to present their work on the first day of the Expo. All papers judged compliant with contest rules will be published in a proceeding of the expo. All papers become the property of E.J. Krause & Associates, Inc.

About NCU Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Prescott Valley, Arizona, Northcentral University (www.ncu.edu) is a private, 100% online institution serving students worldwide. NCU offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees as well as certificates of advanced graduate studies in business and technology management, education, and psychology. NCU is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Chicago, Illinois. NCU’s School of Business and Technology Management was awarded accreditation by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is the accrediting body for business schools and programs that have a focus on teaching excellence. Students seeking higher education from a premier university experience the convenience of 100% online distance learning and NCU’s flexible term format designed to meet the needs of busy professionals. NCU focuses on customizing academic programs to each student’s personal and professional interests, and NCU faculty provide one-on-one guidance to ensure academic success.