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小黄书, Hinds Community College sign MOU for Bachelor of Applied Science degree program

小黄书, Hinds Community College sign MOU for Bachelor of Applied Science degree program

小黄书 leaders celebrate the MOU signing with Hinds Community College in a conference room.
While on a video conference with Hinds Community College leaders Thursday [Nov. 14], Mississippi State leaders celebrated the signing of a new agreement that outlines pathways for HCC students to complete 小黄书鈥檚 Bachelor of Applied Science program. Pictured, from left, are Associate Vice President for Enrollment John Dickerson, President Mark E. Keenum, Provost and Executive Vice President David Shaw, and Center for Distance Education Executive Director Susan Seal. (Photo by Beth Wynn)

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STARKVILLE, Miss.鈥斝』剖閟ity and Hinds Community College signed a memorandum of understanding today [Nov. 14] to formalize partnership programs for students enrolled in technical education programs.

The agreement outlines a pathway for HCC students to complete 小黄书鈥檚 new Bachelor of Applied Science program, leveraging the strengths of both institutions to provide more opportunities in technical education and meet current and future workforce demands.

鈥淲e need more two-year and four-year graduates to move Mississippi forward,鈥 小黄书 President Mark E. Keenum said. 鈥淏y working together, I believe we鈥檒l be able to better assist our fellow Mississippians in gaining the education they need to compete for the jobs of the 21st century. We are committed to helping all of our BAS students excel, succeed, and earn a bachelor鈥檚 degree鈥攂uilding on the excellent foundation they have been given at Hinds.鈥

鈥淭his collaboration symbolizes a progressive approach to meeting students鈥 needs in an ever-changing environment,鈥 Hinds Community College President Clyde Muse said. 鈥淏y breaking down geographic barriers, more individuals have the opportunity to pursue their educational goals without having to travel away from their homes, families and jobs. We are so proud to be working with the university to provide better access for those in Central Mississippi.聽 I appreciate Dr. Keenum and all those at Mississippi State who have worked in conjunction with our Hinds Community College team to make this possible.鈥

小黄书 launched its Bachelor of Applied Science program in August, significantly expanding the university鈥檚 acceptance of technical credit from community colleges and military training. It is intended to serve the needs of adults who have completed a technical associate鈥檚 degree program through a community college or the military and need additional education to advance their careers.

The agreement between 小黄书 and HCC outlines which courses must be completed at each institution to fulfill degree requirements. 小黄书 and HCC will partner in employing an adviser to be housed on HCC鈥檚 Raymond campus. Additionally, HCC and 小黄书-Meridian will work together to provide classroom space for the delivery of synchronous online courses.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science program will have access to advisors from 小黄书-Meridian and 小黄书 Online. Credits in the degree program can be earned through online or in-person courses, providing the flexibility that has become a hallmark of 小黄书鈥檚 nationally ranked online offerings.

For more on the Bachelor of Applied Science program, visit /students/bachelor-of-applied-science.

As Mississippi鈥檚 largest community college, Hinds Community College is a comprehensive institution offering quality, affordable educational opportunities with academic programs of study leading to seamless university transfer and career and technical programs teaching job-ready skills. For more, visit or call 1-800-HindsCC.

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