Meridian Community College's Jackson State Sign Academic Articulation Agreement

Meridian MS

25 April, 2022

12:21 PM

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Press release from Meridian Community College: April 22, 2022 Meridian Community College and Jackson State University have formed a partnership to benefit students seeking a four-year degree. An articulation agreement was formally signed during a ceremony held in MCC's Dulaney Room Thursday afternoon. "This partnership will absolutely open doors," said MCC President Dr. Thomas Huebner. "It will open doors that will be transformational to our community and our state, and we are really proud of that," he added. Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., said there is power in collaboration, especially when it comes to using education to transform the lives of all students. "Our schools have a shared goal, and that goal is a commitment to quality education across multiple disciplines and industries," Hudson said. He noted that when students finish at the community college, it is imperative they can easily transfer without restraints. Through the articulation agreement, students can further their education at JSU. "And then we can elevate them to their next level … their professional and academic journey. And that's a win-win for everyone," Hudson added. The document notes MCC students who transfer to JSU to earn a bachelor's degree should be provided with a smooth curriculum transition that minimizes the loss of credit and duplication of coursework. MCC transfer students awarded an associate degree will receive in-state tuition and fees residency rates through the duration of their continuous enrollment at JSU for three years. Joining Thomas and Dr. Huebner were Dr. Alisa Mosley, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Jackson State University, and Michael Thompson, vice president for academic affairs at Meridian Community College. College personnel, numerous community residents, government officials, representation from Institutions of Higher Learning, and JSU alumni witnessed the signing. "When Jackson State comes, we come in numbers," Hudson said when he addressed the crowd. This press release was produced by Meridian Community College. The views expressed here are the author's own.