University of Phoenix is proud to congratulate alumnus Byron V. Garrett on the upcoming release of his new book, “There’s Greatness on the Inside,” a children’s book to inspire children and parents alike.

“As we congratulate Byron on the launch of his book, ‘There’s Greatness on the Inside,’ we are also excited about the opportunity to acknowledge such an outstanding member of our alumni community,” said Timothy P. Slottow, president of University of Phoenix. “Byron is an example of how University of Phoenix students can use their education to change their own lives, as well as those of their families and future generations."

After graduating from High Point University, Garrett went on to earn his Masters of Organizational Management from University of Phoenix. He then went on to complete postdoctoral work towards an Ed. D. at Pepperdine University. Garrett inspires the future generation to pursue greatness as a leading entrepreneur, education advocate and leadership speaker.

“My own pathway to greatness was paved by the education I received from the University of Phoenix’s outstanding faculty,” said Byron V. Garrett. “‘There’s Greatness on the Inside’ was inspired by my experience as a lifelong learner and school administrator. All children should receive messages that lift them to aspire to greatness inside and out.”

Garrett’s upcoming book tour kicks off with a launch event at the Gaylord Resort and Convention Center in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 26, 2015. To learn more about “There’s Greatness on the Inside,” please visit http://www.byrongarrett.com/greatness/.

As one of the 923,000 students that have graduated from University of Phoenix, Garrett embodies the academic excellence and leadership that the University strives to produce and support. The University encourages all of its alumni to stay connected through its alumni association. For more information, please visit https://alumni.phoenix.edu/.

About Byron V. Garrett

Byron V. Garrett is an educator, entrepreneur and author of the best-selling book “The ABCs of Life.” He serves as a trustee for the Guyana Foundation and was recently named to The Root 100, which recognizes emerging and established African-American leaders under 45. Previously, Byron was a K-8 school principal, a Policy Advisor for Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano, is the former CEO of the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and worked on educational policy during the Bush and Obama administrations.

About University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help working adults move efficiently from education to careers in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant and engaging courses, and interactive learning can help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S., as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit www.phoenix.edu.