The agreement will allow graduates of MCC’s associate of arts, associate of science in biology and associate of science in chemistry to transfer credits toward Cleveland’s bachelor’s degree in human biology. CU-KC’s human biology degree prepares its graduates for professional study in a variety of health science fields, such as chiropractic, osteopathic, medical and medical technology, dental and dental hygiene, optometry, physical therapy and others.
Those present from MCC were Hillman; David L. Disney, president of the board of trustees; Dr. Kathrine Swanson, vice chancellor for student success & engagement; Dr. Joe Seabrooks, president of MCC-Penn Valley; and Nancy Harrington, chair of MCC-Penn Valley’s biology, math & engineering division.
Representing CU-KC were Cleveland III; Dr. Charles A. Eddy, chairman of the board of trustees; Carl J. DiCapo, member of the board of trustees; Dr. Gery Hochanadel, vice president of academic affairs; Jeff Karp, chief operations officer; Alex Bach, vice president of enrollment management; Dr. Tim Schoof, dean of the college of health sciences; Melissa Denton, director of admissions; and Monica Peterson, admissions advisor.