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Bluebag Media
State takes
note of Edison Career & Counseling Program
PIQUA – Edison State Community College has caught the attention of
state legislators for its continued efforts in student career planning
and counseling.
On March 3, John Carey, Chancellor of the Ohio Department of Higher
Education, made his second visit this school year to conduct a forum at
the Piqua campus and hear testimonials from students and educators.
Edison’s policies, Carey said, “fit perfectly with the governor’s
objectives” for the future of higher education. “You’re doing great
things here. We’re using you as an example of what should be” and to
spread similar objectives for college students across the state.
Carey said legislators are working on HB 474, which will contain
provisions for the coordination and administration of higher education
programs and the College Credit Plus program.
In January, Edison was named the recipient of the Career Preparedness
Award during the ACT State Award Ceremony in Columbus. The college,
which also has a campus in Greenville, was selected based on student
success indicators, including retention, graduation, and four-year
college transfer rates, the strength of relationships with local
employers and high schools, accessibility of career readiness
assessments and preparation programs, and a support structure in place
for students, especially those from underserved populations...
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