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45-751: The IACBE accredits associate's, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral-level degree programs in business and business-related fields at institutions with bachelor's and/or graduate degree programs throughout the world. It is based in Olathe, Kansas , United States , with member institutions in more than 20 countries throughout the world. Business programs are evaluated based on the IACBE's accreditation principles, which examine eight major areas: outcomes assessment, strategic planning, curriculum, faculty, scholarly and professional activities, resources, internal and external relationships, and educational innovation. The organization

90-559: A Major General rank is usually held by someone that is a Regional Military Command General Officer Commanding (Regional Commander or တိုင်းမှူး) or a Director such as Director of Defence Service Intelligence ( Khin Nyunt for example) In the New Zealand Army , major-general is the rank held by the chief of army (formerly the chief of general staff). The more senior rank of lieutenant-general is reserved for when an army officer holds

135-781: A crossed sword and baton, all surmounted by St. Edward's Crown. In the Canadian Army, the rank insignia is a wide braid on the cuff, as well as two gold maple leaves beneath a crossed sword and baton, all surmounted by St. Edward's Crown. It is worn on the shoulder straps of the service dress tunic, and on slip-ons on other uniforms. On the visor of the service cap are two rows of gold oak leaves. Major-generals are initially addressed as 'general' and name, as are all general officers; thereafter by subordinates as 'sir' or 'ma'am' as applicable in English ( French : mon général ). Major-generals are normally entitled to staff cars . In Myanmar,

180-732: A force of 10,000 men, passed through on their retreat south (see Price's Raid ). With the Confederate surrender, the military post was decommissioned in August 1865. Olathe served as a stop on the Oregon Trail , the California Trail , and the Santa Fe Trail . Catering to travelers was the main source of income for local stores and businesses. The Mahaffie House , a popular resupply point for wagons headed westward,

225-541: A military post in the city. It housed one company of troops along with the local militia. On September 6, 1862, William Quantrill led a surprise raid of guerrilla Confederates against the city, which resulted in a half dozen deaths and the destruction of most of the city. Quantrill captured the outpost and tried forcing the men to swear an oath to the Confederacy. The oath was deemed invalid in November 1862, since

270-466: A small, sleepy prairie town. In the 1950s, the construction of the interstate highway system and, more directly, Interstate 35 , linked Olathe to nearby Kansas City, Missouri . The result was tremendous residential growth as Olathe became a part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In the 1980s, Olathe experienced tremendous commercial growth, which also drew more residents. Olathe's population

315-652: A three-time First-team All-Pro (2011, 2014, 2015), and won Super Bowl LII with the Philadelphia Eagles. He played college football at Kansas State University , and high school football at Olathe North High School . Sproles retired as a player after the 2019 season, but still works in the NFL as an executive. Buddy Rogers was an American actor who played the leading role in Wings (1927), which won

360-529: Is Kansas City International Airport in Platte County, Missouri . Willie Aames (born Albert William Upton) is an American actor, film and television director , television producer , and screenwriter . Aames is well known for playing Tommy Bradford on the 1970s television series Eight Is Enough , Buddy Lembeck on the 1980s series Charles in Charge , and Bibleman . John Anderson, Jr. ,

405-589: Is accepted by the U.S. Department of Education , recognized IACBE as an accreditor in January 2011 as a result of a January 24, 2011, vote by the CHEA board of directors. IACBE first applied for CHEA recognition in 2003. In 2017, it officially changed its name to International Accreditation Council for Business Education. In 2021, CHEA reaffirmed the recognition for additional seven years. Olathe, Kansas Olathe ( / oʊ ˈ l eɪ θ ə / oh- LAY -thə )

450-765: Is based in Los Angeles , California, Olathe has more of its employees than any other city in the United States. The Federal Aviation Administration , an agency of the United States Department of Transportation , administers and maintains an air traffic-control center in Olathe, designated Kansas City Center or ZKC. Kansas City Center is one of 20 regional traffic-control centers that cover United States airspace. Johnson County maintains an airport in Olathe, Johnson County Executive Airport , which

495-830: Is covered by water. Olathe has two public lakes: Lake Olathe with 172 acres (0.70 km ) of water surface and Cedar Lake with 45 acres (0.18 km ). Olathe's Black Bob Park is named after Hathawekela Shawnee Chief Black Bob . Olathe has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers. Temperatures range from an average high of 39 °F (4 °C) and low 20 °F (−7 °C) in January to an average high of nearly 90 °F (32 °C) in July. The temperature reaches 90 °F (32 °C) an average of 36 days per year and 100 °F (38 °C) an average of 3 days per year. The minimum temperature falls below freezing (32 °F) an average of 102 days per year, but rarely drops below 10 °F (−12 °C). Typically,

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540-399: Is derived from the older rank of sergeant major general . In English-speaking countries , when appointed to a field command, a major general is typically in command of a division consisting of around 6,000 to 25,000 troops (several regiments or brigades ). It is a rank that is subordinate to the rank of lieutenant general and senior to the rank of brigadier or brigadier general . In

585-617: Is estimated to have surpassed 100,000 in 2001, and later projections showed Olathe's growth continuing as the city expanded into the farm fields south, west, and north of town. Olathe is bordered by the cities of Lenexa to the north, Overland Park to the east, De Soto to the northwest, and Gardner to the southwest. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 60.42 square miles (156.49 km ) of which 59.66 square miles (154.52 km ) are land and 0.76 square miles (1.97 km )

630-589: Is located on about 500 acres (2.0 km ) of land with a 4,100-ft (1250-m) runway, parallel taxiways, and a federal contract air traffic-control tower. The airport is the second-busiest in the state. According to the city's 2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the largest employers in the city are: The city of Olathe is served by the Olathe USD 233 , De Soto USD 232 , Spring Hill USD 230 , Blue Valley USD 229 , and Gardner Edgerton USD 231 school districts. As of 2008, 26,894 students are enrolled in

675-491: Is the county seat of Johnson County, Kansas , United States. It is the fourth-most populous city in both the Kansas City metropolitan area and the state of Kansas , with a 2020 population of 141,290. Olathe was founded by John T. Barton in the spring of 1857. He rode to the center of Johnson County, and staked two quarter sections of land as the town site. He later described his ride to friends: "...the prairie

720-529: Is today a registered historical site maintained by the City of Olathe. The staff wears period costumes, and stagecoach rides and farm animals make the site a favorite among children. Visitors can participate in Civil War re-enactments, Wild West Days, and other activities. After the construction of the transcontinental railroad , the trails to the west lost importance, and Olathe faded into obscurity and remained

765-837: Is used by the Royal Brunei Land Force and the Royal Brunei Air Force . The rank is held by the Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces . In the Canadian Armed Forces , the rank of major-general (MGen) ( French : major-général ) is both a Canadian Army and Royal Canadian Air Force rank equivalent to the Royal Canadian Navy 's rank of rear-admiral . A major-general is a general officer ,

810-809: The MidAmerica Nazarene Pioneers football team. Quinn played for the NFL Kansas City Chiefs and Chicago Bears , and Berlin Thunder of NFL Europe . Darren Sproles is a former running back in the NFL , who played for the San Diego Chargers , New Orleans Saints , and Philadelphia Eagles . He was drafted by the Chargers in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL draft . He was a three-time Pro Bowler (2014-2016),

855-896: The "Olathe USD 233" school district. The Olathe School District has 36 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, and five high schools: Olathe North , Olathe South , Olathe East , Olathe Northwest , and Olathe West . Olathe is the home of MidAmerica Nazarene University and the Kansas School for the Deaf (established in 1861). Olathe is served by: The closest airport with airline service

900-399: The 32,314 households, 45.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.8% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were not families. About 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83, and the average family size

945-415: The 50,070 households, 40.1% had children under the age of 18; 60.0% were married couples living together; 20.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 20.2% of households consisted of individuals and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.8 and the average family size was 3.3. The percent of those with a bachelor's degree or higher

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990-653: The Army ( Major-General do Exército ) became extinct in 1950, with their roles being unified in the then created Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces . In the Russian Army , the rank 'major general' is known as Russian : генера́л-майо́р , romanized :  generál-mayór . It is equivalent to a British brigadier or an American brigadier general . The Turkish Army and Air Force refer to

1035-490: The Commonwealth, major general is equivalent to the navy rank of rear admiral . In air forces with a separate rank structure (Commonwealth), major general is equivalent to air vice-marshal . In some countries including much of Eastern Europe , major general is the lowest of the general officer ranks without brigadier general rank. In the sultanate of Brunei , the rank of Major general ( Malay : Mejar jeneral )

1080-538: The age of 18 and 5.8% of those ages 65 or over. As of the census of 2010, 125,872 people, 44,507 households, and 33,274 families were residing in the city. The population density was 2,109.8 inhabitants per square mile (814.6/km ). The 46,851 housing units had an average density of 785.3 per square mile (303.2/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 83.1% White, 5.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 4.1% Asian, 4.2% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 10.2% of

1125-478: The city. The population density was 1,716.4 inhabitants per square mile (662.7/km ). The 33,343 housing units averaged of 615.6 per square mile (237.7/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 88.63% White, 3.70% African American, 0.43% Native American, 2.74% Asian, 2.69% from other races, and 1.80% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race were 5.44% of the population; 26.1% were of German , 11.0% Irish , 10.7% English , and 9.6% American ancestry . Of

1170-564: The equivalent of a naval flag officer . The major-general rank is senior to the ranks of brigadier general and commodore , and junior to lieutenant-general and vice admiral . Prior to 1968, the Air Force used the rank of air vice-marshal , instead. The rank insignia for a major-general in the Royal Canadian Air Force is a wide braid under a single narrow braid on the cuff, as well as two silver maple leaves beneath

1215-441: The first Academy Award for Best Picture in 1929. He was also a notable jazz musician and film producer. The actor was married to film legend Mary Pickford and won an honorary Oscar in 1986. Charles Miller was a saxophonist and flutist for the multicultural California funk band War . Lead singer and saxophonist on the 1975 song Low Rider . Major general Major general is a military rank used in many countries. It

1260-681: The first frost occurs between mid-October and the first week of November, and the last frost occurs between the end of March and the second week of April. The area receives about 40 inches (1,000 mm) of precipitation during an average year, with the largest share being received in May and June—the April–June period averages 30 days of measurable precipitation. During a typical year, the total amount of precipitation may be 28 to almost 53 inches. On average, 95 days of measurable precipitation occur per year. Winter snowfall averages about 19 inches, but

1305-527: The guerrillas were not considered legitimate enemy military units. Kansas militia continued to occupy the Olathe military post through the rest of the Civil War . Confederate forces attempted two further raids against the city. The first happened on August 20–21, 1863, as Quantrill was passing through on his way to Lawrence, Kansas (see Lawrence Massacre ). The second raid occurred October 24–5, 1864, when Confederate Major General Sterling Price , with

1350-420: The median household income was $ 96,548 (with a margin of error of +/- $ 1,957) and the median family income was $ 105,927 (+/- $ 2,403). Males had a median income of $ 54,705 (+/- $ 1,766) versus $ 36,251 (+/- $ 2,111) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $ 45,840 (+/- $ 1,393). Approximately, 3.9% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 6.6% of those under

1395-545: The median is 13 inches (330 mm). Measurable snowfall occurs an average of 9 days per year, with at least an inch of snow being received on seven of those days. Snow depth of at least an inch occurs an average of 25 days per year. The 2020 United States census counted 141,290 people, 50,070 households, and 37,409 families in Olathe. The population density was 2,282.8 per square mile (881.4/km ). There were 51,820 housing units at an average density of 837.2 per square mile (323.3/km ). The racial makeup (including Hispanics in

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1440-512: The nation over the issue of slavery led to numerous clashes between abolitionist settlers and neighboring slave state Missouri . These clashes further escalated and become a part of the greater conflict known as Bleeding Kansas . With the admission of Kansas into the Union as a free state in 1861, violence began to dissipate. Peace continued to elude Olathe for many years to come, however. In 1861, Union officials and local military forces created

1485-419: The population. Of the 44,507 households, 44.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.9% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.2% were not families. About 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size

1530-747: The position of chief of defence force, who commands all of New Zealand's armed forces. This position is subject to rotation between the heads of the New Zealand Air Force , New Zealand Army, and New Zealand Navy . Major general in the Pakistan Army is equivalent to rear admiral in the Pakistan Navy and air vice marshal in the Pakistan Air Force . It is the lowest of the general officer ranks, ranking between brigadier and lieutenant general. The rank of major-general

1575-448: The racial counts and placed in their own category) was 71.27% (100,691) White alone (non-Hispanic) , 5.85% (8,262) Black alone (non-Hispanic) , 0.29% (414) Native American alone (non-Hispanic) , 4.45% (6,293) Asian alone (non-Hispanic) , 0.08% (115) Pacific Islander alone (non-Hispanic) , 0.44% (620) Other Race alone (non-Hispanic) , 5.24% (7,410) Multiracial or Mixed Race (non-Hispanic) , and 12.38% (17,845) Hispanic or Latino . Of

1620-420: The racial counts) was 73.89% (104,405) white or European American (71.27% non-Hispanic white ), 5.98% (8,444) black or African-American , 0.52% (735) Native American or Alaska Native , 4.48% (6,336) Asian , 0.09% (125) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian , 4.77% (6,739) from other races , and 10.27% (14,506) from two or more races . The racial and ethnic makeup (where Hispanics are excluded from

1665-773: The rank as tümgeneral . The Turkish Navy equivalent is tümamiral . The name is derived from tümen , the Turkish word for a military division ( tümen itself is an older Turkish word meaning 10,000). Thus, linguistically, it is similar to the French equivalent for a major general, French : général de division . In the United States , the rank of major general exists in the United States Air Force , United States Army , United States Marine Corps , and United States Space Force . Generalmajor

1710-409: Was 2.80, and the average family size was 3.24. The median age in the city was 32.9 years; 30% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between 18 and 24; 32.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.1% were from 45 to 64; and 7.2% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female. As of the census of 2000 , 92,962 people, 32,314 households, and 24,623 families were residing in

1755-487: Was 3.24. In the city, age distribution was 30.8% under 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 36.7% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 5.2% who were 65 or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males. Olathe's commercial and industrial parks are home to many companies, including Honeywell , Husqvarna , ALDI , Garmin , Grundfos , and Farmers Insurance Group . Although Farmers Insurance

1800-570: Was covered with verbena and other wild flowers. I kept thinking the land was beautiful and that I should name the town Beautiful." Purportedly, Barton asked a Shawnee interpreter how to say "Beautiful" in his native language. The interpreter responded, "Olathe." Olathe was incorporated in 1857, and while not the first city in Johnson County, its rapid growth led to it being named the county seat in October 1859. Rising tensions across

1845-573: Was established in 1997 by John L. Green, who earlier founded the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs . Following his retirement in June 2011, he was named as President Emeritus by the IACBE's Board of Directors. Dennis N. Gash, formerly Associate Professor of Economics at Jamestown College was appointed as the new IACBE President as of July 1, 2011. The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) , whose recognition

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1890-419: Was estimated to be 32.7% of the population. 27.7% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 104.9 males. The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that

1935-549: Was moved up one level, with the role of brigade commander being assumed by the below rank of brigadier-general. In most of the 19th and first half of the 20th century, major-general was not used as a rank in the Portuguese military, but as an appointment title conferred to the general officer that acted as the military head of a service branch . The roles of Major-General of the Navy ( Major-General da Armada ) and Major-General of

1980-544: Was reintroduced in the Portuguese Army , Portuguese Air Force , and Portuguese National Republican Guard in 1999, replacing the former rank of brigadier in the role of brigade commander. As a rank, it had previously been used in the Army only for a brief period (from 1862 to 1864). It is equivalent to the rank of contra-almirante (rear-admiral) in the Portuguese Navy . In 2015, the rank of major-general

2025-638: Was the 36th governor of Kansas from 1961 until 1965. He was born near Olathe. Earl Browder , a prominent leader in the American Communist movement, served as chairman of the National Committee of the Communist Party USA from 1934 to 1945. He was also the Communist Party USA's candidate for president in the 1936 and 1940 presidential elections . Jonathan Quinn is a former head football coach (2009-2013) for

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