Area Served. Primary Service Area

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2 Introduction: NSCC Member of the Tennessee Board of Regents Community College System Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Mission: The mission of Nashville State Community College is to provide comprehensive educational programs and partnerships, exemplary services, an accessible, progressive learning environment, and responsible leadership to improve the quality of life for the community it serves.

3 Area Served Primary Service Area

4 Satellite Campuses

5 History of School 1970: Founded as Nashville State Technical Institute Began with 398 students, 5 Associate Degree offerings 2002: Expanded to comprehensive community college Individual stories, rather than collective saga

6 Architecture and Physical Space Original Campus: White Bridge Rd. Student Services Building: 2008 Modern building styles New Campuses: Antioch: Hickory Hollow Mall Clarksville: Old Saturn Dealership.

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9 Student Demographics 9,880 students in 2011 Majority are degree-seeking, part-time, female, and non-traditional Low graduation numbers

10 Admissions Degree admissions vs. non-degree admissions Admission requirements vary depending on your status

11 Tuition and Financial Aid In-State: $129/credit hour Out-of-State: $530/credit hour In , 7,876 students received financial aid (loans or grants) FAFSA Applicants Median age: 26 A large percentage of applicants came from families where neither parent had attended college

12 Degree Offerings Associate of Science (AS) Associate of Arts (AA) Associate of Science in Teaching (AST) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Technical Certificates

13 Majors and Unique Programs Majors varying depending on degree type University parallel degrees Associate of Applied Science Unique Programs Nursing Music Tech Culinary Arts

14 Retention Retention is a concern 25% retention rate 636 graduating class

15 Academic Calendar Variety and Flexibility Spring and Fall Full-length semesters Seven week quarters Summer and Winter Courses Available

16 Curriculum Developmental courses available Build skills Not toward degree 70% of students need remediation

17 Transfer Agreements Tennessee Transfer Pathways 36 TTPs with 12 institutions Requirements vary A.S. or A.A. High Schools Dual enrollment vs. joint enrollment vs. dual credit

18 Graduation Preparation Career Employment Center Cooperative Program Career Fairs and Transfer Fairs NSCC College Success Course

19 Academic Support: John E. Mayfield Library Library Two-story facility Only on main campus Academic journals Private study rooms Course Reserves

20 Academic Support: The Learning Center 83 computers with internet and printing access Tutoring Writing Math Computers Other subjects by request On-line Workshops

21 Extracurricular Activities 20 clubs and honors associations Professional Academic Non-academic Special Events Spring and Fall Gala Back to School Bash Student Life Council

22 Faculty 150 full-time staff Full-time vs. adjunct experience Teaching emphasis Challenges

23 Student Perspective I feel that the relationship that the faculty holds with the students is very hands on. They are always willing to help whenever they feel that help is needed. [The student experience is] one of closeness with the instructors at a very accommodating facility of higher education. -Quinton Zeller, NSCC Culinary Student

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25 Administration Assistant to the President Oversees satellite campuses Director at each satellite campus Decision-making President s executive committee Faculty Senate Administrative Council Staff & Support Council Student Government

26 Funding Received five year $1,370,826 Title III Grant under the Strengthening Institutions in October 2008 Nashville State Community College Foundation Raises funds through various events throughout the year. Donors include alumni, local business owners and foundation contacts

27 The Future of NSCC Use Title III Grant to continue improving retention Expansion Antioch Campus Clarksville Campus Science Building

28 Join Us! We hope you will join us for a tour at our White Bridge Road campus! Are there any questions?

29 Thank You Brian Andrelczyk, BA of Architecture Aleece Bell, Student Support Specialist Keith Ferguson, Executive Director of Development Carolyn Frye, Learning Center Director Stephen Hooks, Director of Career Employment Office Laura Orr, English Instructor Priscilla Tibbs, Assistant to the Director of Admissions Ellen Weed, Retired VP of Academic Affairs Quinton Zeller, NSCC Student Photographs: Ashley Nichols Presentation Design: Ashley Nichols