College Catalog 2009-2010 PDF - Phillips Community College

College Mission
The Phillips Community College District is a multi-campus,
two-year college serving Eastern Arkansas. The college is committed
to individual, organizational and community development.
It provides accessible, affordable education, training and public
services that are consistent with the goals and objectives of its
students and the communities it serves. Through its numerous
programs and partnerships, the College provides high quality
educational opportunities and supports the economic growth
of Eastern Arkansas. Phillips Community College is a member
of the University of Arkansas System.
Vision Statement for Phillips Community College
Phillips Community College will be a leading post-secondary
institution in the Delta, recognized for its excellence in higher
education, public service, and community development. The
college will be a primary choice for citizens preparing for the job
market, pursuing career advancement opportunities, or seeking
to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Partnerships
with schools, business groups, governmental agencies, and other
higher education institutions will contribute to an organizational
environment that enhances the economic development and
quality of life in the region.
The college will be recognized throughout the state, and at both
the regional and national levels, for its ability to provide quality
teaching, student and public service, community development
programs, research-based evaluation of programs and services,
and innovative technology to its community.
Statement of Institutional Values
Phillips Community College respects the diversity of its student
body and community. The college also recognizes the worth
and potential of each student. Therefore, the college affirms the
following beliefs and values:
Commitment to Students
Students are our top priority. We believe that providing quality
instruction, learning resources and support services enhances the
growth and development of our students.
Commitment to Excellence in Education
Our goal is to provide quality service. We believe in providing,
with accountability, excellent educational programs and student
support services.
Contribution to Community
Public service is our second priority. We recognize the importance
of enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life for
all citizens of the communities we serve.
Commitment to Access
We believe in providing access to programs and services to all
students who may benefit from higher education, and we believe
that the college should represent the diversity of the communities
it serves.
Commitment to Faculty and Staff
Recognition of work well done is important. We will recognize
the contribution of all individuals who collectively create positive
learning and working environments. All members of the
college community shall have the opportunity to enhance their
potential for purposeful, gratifying, and productive lives.
Quality Campus Climate
Positive attitudes enhance both learning and working at the
college. We recognize the importance of providing a working
and learning environment that is characterized by integrity,
clear communication, open exchange of ideas, involvement in
decision making, and respect for all individuals.
Role and Scope Statement
The college implements its mission, vision, and values through
a clearly defined set of programs and services that include:
• College-level Credit Programs The college offers credit
courses leading to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in
technical, occupational fields and designed-to-transfer majors.
• Continuing Education Programs The college provides
professional and occupational development for individuals,
businesses, industries, and governmental and health agencies.
A variety of self-supporting non-credit activities for personal
enhancement are also available.
• Student Development Programs and Services The college
offers developmental programs and services to enrolled and
prospective students to increase their chances for success and
enhance their potential for personal, educational, and professional
growth.
• Economic Development Programs The college promotes
the economic development of the region by providing work force
training for new and expanding businesses and industries. The
college also supports economic development agencies by assisting
in the recruitment of businesses and industry to the area.
• Access Programs and Services The college provides special
recruitment, counseling and evaluation services that increase access
for students not traditionally served by higher education.
Gear Up
This grant program is designed to increase the number of
low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in
postsecondary education. GEAR UP provides services at many
of the Arkansas County and all of Phillips County middle and
high schools. GEAR UP serves an entire cohort of students
beginning with a focus on math improvement in the seventh
grade and follows the cohort through high school.
PCC High School Enrollment Programs
Concurrent enrollment allows high school students the opportunity
to enroll in college level courses while continuing their
high school courses and activities. Many options are open to
high school students.
1. Concurrent Enrollment: students take classes for college
credit. These classes are typically taught on the high school
campus, by a high school instructor, for college credit.
2. PCCUA Career and Technical Center: offers programs to
local high school students under the auspices of the Arkansas
Department of Workforce Education. Often referred to as
the Secondary Center, courses offered through this program
are taught on all three PCCUA Campuses. Programs on each
campus are listed: DeWitt Campus: Agriculture, Computer
Engineering, Criminal Justice, Medical Professions Education
and Welding. Helena-West Helena Campus: Advanced
Manufacturing, Computer Engineering, Criminal Justice and
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