2022-2023 President's Annual Report

Further, Texas College (entered exploratory discussions) for partnership with Southside Bank which will support programming and scholarships for the Division of Business, as well as initiate new collaboration by students’ participation in education and mentoring activities; more details are to be discussed. The current Business Leadership Program will expand academic growth by providing direct exposure to commercial banking and introduce students to the industry through a formal curriculum, interaction with executives, industry mentors,

and commercial banking internships. The contribution aligns with Regions Bank’s strategic focus on elevating education and workforce readiness initiatives. Both programs are dedicated to career advancement by combining classroom learning with interactive professional experiences. Texas College is prepared to receive the support of corporate leaders as a way not only shaping tomorrow’s leaders, but to also broaden students’ horizons.

Pංඅඈඍ Pൺඋඍඇൾඋඌඁංඉඌ ൿඈඋ Mංർඋඈ Cඋൾൽൾඇඍංൺඅංඇ඀ Texas College recognizes that professionals must enhance their skills preparation and delivery every day. Whether developing better feedback techniques or learning new ways to check for understanding in the classroom, professional growth is an ongoing experience.

Sometimes it can be difficult to demonstrate mastery of new skills to employers, which make professional advancement more difficult. The “Academy” during the 2022 period continued to establish a pilot program with Blaze Fire E - Gaming and Aperion Institute to consider offering certificate programs/ credentialing. Micro Credentialing can benefit a participant’s learning experiences that are targeted at ensuring that they bring about meaningful career advancement or opportunities for transitioning to new and

exciting careers. Micro Credentialing is the process of earning a micro - credential , which are like mini - degrees or certifications in a specific topic area. They can either be broad, such as 'Machine Learning,' or specific, like 'Using Data to Differentiate Instruction for Electronic Learners.' To earn a micro - credential, students need to complete a certain number of activities, assessments, or projects related to the topic. Once the requirements have been completed, students submit the work to earn the credential. Piloting through continuing education offerings provide a vehicle for students and members of the community we serve to pursue their lifelong learning goals through targeted workforce development courses.

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