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As depicted below (based on degree-seeking students), there are typically more females than males enrolled at WNCC, which is consistent with national trends. Table 6-26 Students by Gender 2005-2008 Status Fall 2005 Fall 2006 Fall 2007 Fall 2008 Male FT 357 402 406 442 Male PT 560 348 581 969 Total Males 917 750 987 1411 Female FT 515 501 543 542 Female PT 790 677 777 1017 Total Females 1305 1178 1320 1559 Enrollment by Campus Location The Scottsbluff campus has the greatest number of students enrolled in classes at WNCC. Based on the fall end-of-semester reports, charts are provided for enrollment breakdown by site location. Table 6-27 Enrollments by Campus Location Enrollment Fall 2004 Fall 2005 Fall 2006 Fall 2007 Fall 2008 Alliance 310 220 245 205 244 Scottsbluff 1355 1323 1279 1340 1271 Sidney 265 228 210 243 242 Projections released by the Department of Education predict that the number of high school students will continue to decline in this area, meaning that, as discussed in the earlier Responses section, two factors are critical to maintaining enrollments: 1. A higher saturation rate of the available pool in an increasingly competitive environment 2. Increased enrollment garnered from other populations such as second-career (or furloughed) workforce training, international, and out-of-area student enrollment, as well as senior citizens taking avocational coursework, life-long learners participating in a culture of inquiry who pursue education as a function of their personal lives, or business and industry training keyed specifically to incumbent employee skills enhancement. Although WNCC has grown consistently, except after a slight decline following an enrollment spike in 2002, the targeted numbers for growth are extraordinarily hard to define. Factors such as the national and regional economy show strong correlations to enrollment, and local economic development efforts have a significant impact upon job potentials. Regionally, the Nebraska Population Projections show declines in most counties within WNCC’s district, some as high as a 10.9% loss in Sioux County (directly north of Scotts Bluff County), varying to a 5 or 6% projected total population decline. Only Scotts Bluff (+10.3%), Morrill (+ 3%), Dawes (+ 1%), and Cheyenne (+ 4.8%) counties are expected to show population growth. Unfortunately, the counties bordering Scotts Bluff County are expected to shrink in population, although Cheyenne County, where the Sidney campus is located, will likely grow (RR 52). Western Nebraska Community College Page 85
Under-served Student Populations A major effort to increase accessibility for under-served populations to higher education is represented by WNCC’s Guadalupe Center in Scottsbluff, an outreach community center. Some of the services offered at the Guadalupe Center include advising, tutoring for K-12 students after school, assistance in registration for financial aid, and credit and non-credit courses taught at the Center. A computer lab located on the premises allows users access to web resources. WNCC embraces inclusiveness, and future market plan strategies include the following objectives: 1. To develop a formal strategic plan for the Outreach Program at the Guadalupe Center 2. To maintain a targeted marketing approach (bilingual materials and alumni testimonials) 3. To maintain the AE/GED program at the Guadalupe Center 4. To continue the Hispanic parent programs 5. To explore “Best Practices” of other colleges 6. To strengthen the scholarship program 7. To gear marketing activities toward elementary students 8. To facilitate workforce development and training offerings to address specific Hispanic community needs/issues Senior Citizens WNCC provides personal development activities and programs for senior citizens of the local communities. The first support for older individuals in the area came with the development of the Gold Card for those over 60. Members of the club can take up to six credits tuition-free each semester. Members have access to library resources and musical, theatrical, and athletic events. Senior citizens were one of the target populations identified in the seven initiatives for a focus on service associated with the Blue Print for Success strategic plan of 2000-2004. WNCC is still committed to serving senior citizens and seeks ways to engage them more fully. Particularly as the Baby-Boomer generation retires, the College anticipates increased demands for programs and continuing education courses, both for-credit and non-credit types. Additionally, an annual Wellness Festival hosts senior citizens who participate in the workshop activities such as clinics and health awareness sessions. The event averages 350 participants, and WNCC intends to continue this and similar types of health-related activities into the future. Other Student Groups and Activities Well aware of the need to create a satisfying environment and a complete college experience for all students, WNCC creates inclusive opportunites geared toward special populations in addition to its standard general activites, as briefly outlined below: • International Students WNCC began the present decade with 13 international students, but by 2006 the number had increased to 50, making up 5.5% of total full-time student enrollments. In 2008, a parttime International Student Advisor position was established to better serve international students. This staff member assists students with registration, student visas, and other required documents. The Advisor also monitors educational and social progress, counsels the student in course choices and program completion, coordinates housing, and helps students connect with the community. Page 86 Western Nebraska Community College
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Western Nebraska Community College
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Introduction A yellowed newspaper p
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MISSION STATEMENTS ................
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Chapter 7 CRITERION 3: STUDENT LEAR
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EMERITUS DISTINCTION ..............
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LIST OF TABLES AND FIGURES TABLE 3-
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CRITERION TWO Co-Chairs Dan Kinney
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The Self-Study Process and Report C
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Below are the same results reported
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