Report to the Community 2009 - Inver Hills Community College

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Inver Hills at a glance About Inver Hills Community College Founded in 1970, Inver Hills is a comprehensive community college offering 20 degree options including the Associate in Arts (A.A.), a liberal education degree that leads to transfer to four-year colleges; the new Associate in Fine Art (A.F.A.) degree in studio arts; and the career-related Associate in Science (A.S.) and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees in leading occupational areas such as nursing, paralegal, computer networking, law enforcement, human services, business, emergency health care, and more. The 90-acre campus includes nine modern buildings that fi t naturally into the surrounding wooded hills and wetlands. A Wilder Research study by economist Paul Anton indicated that Inver Hills adds $95,244,208 a year to the local economy. This results in an estimated 1,254 jobs for the region. Our students, our campus • Over 8,000 credit students, 3,784 Full-Year Equivalent (FYE) • Average age approximately 23 (about one-half traditional college age and one-half adult returning students) • 61% women, 39% men • 21% students of color • 31% full-time • Recent data shows that 38% of full-time students (12 credits or more) are fi rst-generation college students • 125 regular full-time faculty; 150 part-time and adjunct faculty • 57 academic disciplines, 24 two-year degree options, and 29 certifi cates • 1,705 credit classes scheduled (fall, spring, summer) • Approximately 4,000 students served through Continuing Education/ Customized Training • More than 60 percent of Inver Hills graduates go on to four-year institutions 2 | Report to the Community 2009 | www.inverhills.edu Top declared majors/programs Liberal education/transfer curriculum (A.A.); Nursing; Business; Paralegal; Law Enforcement; Human Services; and Paramedic. Inver Hills online Inver Hills is fully accredited for delivery of programs online. Approximately 125 sections are offered online each semester. Complete programs available online: A.A. degree; A.S. degree in Business; Building Inspection Certifi cate; Educational/Instructional Media Design Certifi cate; Pre Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Certifi cate; Project Management Certifi cate; Small Business Certifi cate; Human Resources Management Certifi cate; Marketing and Sales Certifi cate Enrollment by city St Paul, 734 Eagan, 574 Inver Grove Heights, 534 Cottage Grove, 391 Hastings, 323 Apple Valley, 314 Farmington, 283 South St Paul, 281 Rosemount, 278 Woodbury, 264 Burnsville, 260 West St. Paul, 225 Lakeville, 191 Minneapolis, 173
From the College President Dear Friends in the Community: I cannot tell you how satisfying it is to ask a group of students what our college’s motto is and to have them shout back, “Finish what you start!” For Inver Hills, “Finish What You Start” has become more than our motto. Those words provide us with direction for our most signifi cant work at the college. Whether we are serving new high school graduates beginning their college journey, adult learners striving for promotions in their workplace, dislocated workers seeking to retrain, new retirees wanting to continue to contribute to their communities, or businesses looking for courses and certifi cates to meet their needs, Inver Hills is there to help them “Finish What They Start.” Even for those that don’t have a plan, we will help them prepare one. This year marks my 13th year as the college’s president. During my tenure, the college has transformed in many ways. Our student population has grown 56% since 2000. We have built Heritage Hall, our largest classroom building, and added new space and classrooms in our College Center to support our Access and Opportunity Center of Excellence initiative and Information Technology and Security program. And, we have just completed work on a new multi-purpose classroom addition to and remodeling of our Fine Arts Building. In 2010, we will celebrate our 40th anniversary. As we look back on those forty years, we realize that at no time in the past has the need for quality affordable higher education and training been more important. Simply put, a high school diploma is no longer a ticket to a satisfactory career. With that in mind, we strive to provide the kinds of courses and training to meet the diverse needs of our students today and into the future. I have enjoyed working with everyone in our Inver Hills community: our students, faculty, alumni, staff, and business and foundation partners. Together, we can continue to move the college forward to help our students achieve their career goals and “Finish What They Start.” Sincerely, Dr. Cheryl Frank President Inver Hills Community College Student Success Day helps students “Finish What They Start” A very popular event among Inver Hills students, Student Success Day allows students to meet with their instructors, explore careers, learn tips for success, hear an exciting motivational speaker, and much more. Topics include: Improving your GPA Tutoring and school clubs Choosing a major Balancing school, work, and budget Preparing for college transfer Getting the most out of your classes www.inverhills.edu | Report to the Community 2009 | 3
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