Teresa Webster, Interim President of Mississippi Delta Community College and Dr. Daniel J. Ennis, President of Delta State University shake hands after signing a Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions that will open new opportunities for college students in the Mississippi Delta.CLEVELAND, Miss. — Delta State University and Mississippi Delta Community College (MDCC) are excited to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at broadening educational opportunities and increasing graduation rates for students at both institutions. This partnership represents a pivotal step forward in fostering academic collaboration and providing stronger support systems for students in the Mississippi Delta region.
Dr. Daniel J. Ennis, President of Delta State University, expressed his enthusiasm for this new partnership, stating, “This MOU signifies a crucial collaboration between Delta State University and Mississippi Delta Community College. By joining forces, we are better equipped to offer our students the resources and support they need to succeed both academically and professionally.”
As part of this MOU, Delta State University will expand the new Phi Theta Kappa Community College Residential Award announced last month when a similar MOU was signed between Delta State and Northwest Mississippi Community College. This scholarship will be available to MDCC students who are active Phi Theta Kappa members in good standing and have completed their Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees. The scholarship is designed to recognize and support high-achieving students from MDCC as they transition to Delta State.
In turn, MDCC will work closely with Delta State to promote this scholarship, ensuring that MDCC students are well-informed about the various academic programs and opportunities available at Delta State University.
Teresa Webster, Interim President of Mississippi Delta Community College, said, “A significant focus of this agreement is on increasing the number of degrees awarded by MDCC through a reverse transfer process with Delta State. The leadership teams at Delta State and MDCC will collaborate to develop shared protocols and processes to improve data sharing and boost graduation rates for students who attend both institutions.”
By facilitating reverse transfer, both institutions aim to enhance degree completion at the associate and bachelor’s levels. Moreover, this partnership will explore additional opportunities for collaboration, including co-enrollment programs, shared curricular resources, and enhanced professional development for faculty and staff.
