{"id":4064,"date":"2024-07-02T16:06:13","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T16:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/?page_id=4064"},"modified":"2024-07-02T16:44:15","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T16:44:15","slug":"june-2024-volume-7-issue-11","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/june-2024-volume-7-issue-11\/","title":{"rendered":"June 2024  Volume 7 Issue 11"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"348\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/voice-heading-1024x348.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-99\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/voice-heading-1024x348.png 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/voice-heading-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/voice-heading-768x261.png 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/voice-heading.png 1306w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group alignwide teal-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" id=\"presidents-update\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3806 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Dr.-Shanna-L.-Jackson-2024-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Update from the President<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>by Dr. Shanna L. Jackson<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Greetings Fellow Falcons,&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>June 1 marked the beginning of my seventh year at Nashville State. While it has not been without challenges, I am very grateful for each day.&nbsp; Serving students, our community and working with each of you brings me joy.&nbsp; This is heart work, which is why it is critical that we keep <em>Moving Forward<\/em> toward Vision 2030. Below are a few updates from the Office of the President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Turney Center Commencement <\/strong>\u2013 On June 21 we held a commencement ceremony for 11 incarcerated students at the Turney Center who earned their Associates of Science in Business Administration. Special thanks to Dr. Sarah Roberts who provides leadership for our three prison locations.&nbsp; Dr. Williams, Dr. Jessica Rabb, Philip Lee and Philip Holland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TBR Quarterly Meeting <\/strong>\u2013 At the quarterly meeting that took place at Jackson State on June 13:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TBR approved the 3% salary increase that will take effect July 1; this is an across-the-board increase. Human Resources will be sending letters with updated salary information to Vice Presidents for distribution to their divisions the week of June 24.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 5.2% tuition increase was approved for in-state tuition. There was no change to out-of-state tuition.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nashville State was approved to increase the SGA fee by $2 to a total of $4 per semester and the Student Life fee by $1 to a total of $5 per semester for full-time and part-time students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All faculty tenure and promotion submissions were approved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Office of the President Searches <\/strong>\u2013 I am excited to share that after a competitive search, Ryan Parker has been selected as the new Executive Director of the Foundation. He will officially take office on July 1.&nbsp; We wish Cecily Freeman well as she begins her new role at Jackson State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Enrollment Update <\/strong>\u2013 As of June 24, Summer enrollment is up 24.2% headcount (581 students) and Fall enrollment is up 6% (191 students). Special thanks to our amazing Institutional Research team for the new dashboard that aligns to our Vision 2030 targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay data informed by visiting our new Data Access page at:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nscc.edu\/about\/nashville-state-by-the-numbers\/data-access.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/nscc.edu\/about\/nashville-state-by-the-numbers\/data-access.php<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Institutional Research has created this page because the dashboard links will change periodically, making a single landing page a more accurate way to access information. This new page will take you to the enrollment trends by semester and application tracking dashboards. Please contact Institutional Research if you have questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dickson Campus <\/strong>\u2013 The early design for the Dickson County Center of Higher Education is heading to the State Building Commission for approval in July.&nbsp; This is an important next step for the development of our new campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Support <\/strong>\u2013 Falcons Fly together but it is important that you take care of you! Please reach out to the resources available if you or someone you care about needs support.&nbsp; EAP services are&nbsp;offered at no cost to all benefit-eligible employees and eligible family members. Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.here4tn.com\/\">Here4tn.com<\/a><em>&nbsp;<\/em>for more information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am so excited about what year seven will bring!&nbsp; The momentum building from last fall is setting us up for a real breakthrough in student success!&nbsp; Our mission, vision and values will continue to drive our efforts to become a leader in achieving equitable outcomes for our diverse commuity of learners.&nbsp; I am grateful for the work you do each day \u2013 thank you for being difference makers!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4013 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/karina_davis.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Staff Assembly Committee Highlight<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By&nbsp;Karina Davis, Chair,&nbsp;Staff Assembly Committee<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Our April 2024 Employee of the Month is Valerie Olivas!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Valerie-Olivas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Valerie-Olivas-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Valerie-Olivas-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Valerie-Olivas.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This is what nominators had to say:&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Valerie Olivas<\/em><\/strong><br><em>Welcome Center\/Admissions, Main Campus<\/em><br><em>Student Services Specialist I<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;<em>Valerie always goes above and beyond for students. She\u2019s always patient and friendly to our students. She explains things to them in a way that\u2019s easy to understand. &nbsp;She\u2019s a kind, welcoming face and never fails to help out her team. She\u2019s such an asset to the Welcome Center; we\u2019re lucky to have her!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Valerie Olivas, wishing you a heartfelt&nbsp;congratulations&nbsp;on this well-deserved recognition. Your contributions are truly appreciated<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group teal-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"221\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jenn-Byrd-300x221.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1588 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jenn-Byrd-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jenn-Byrd-1024x756.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jenn-Byrd-768x567.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jenn-Byrd.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>IT\u2019S NOT TOO LATE! STUDENT\u2019S CAN STILL FILE THE FAFSA FOR FALL 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By: Jennifer Byrd, Financial Aid Director<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>This has been a very challenging year for students, parents, and Financial Aid Offices across the country. The FAFSA Simplification that was discussed briefly at convocation is in full swing. Our incoming FAFSA numbers are down about 15% as of June 12, 2024. We are calling on each of you to help us with encouraging our students, both returning and new, to complete their 2024-25 FAFSA if they have not&nbsp;done so&nbsp;already. There are scheduled events, online assistance, and the ability to schedule appointments with staff from the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation for one-on-one assistance, regardless of what school the student plans to attend.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel free to share the below information with our students or others that you know who will be attending college this fall. Help us get the word out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Come to an in-person or virtual FAFSA event. Sign up here,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mx.technolutions.net\/ss\/c\/u001.cpQnkll3XXHbQrBNB1xm0HfJGkMrRIq1AHvKMgT6rqMCX-jRO_MkRo_N7S8nqa_vcQnZ9rH8iI-BlfH0R85PEQ\/47a\/BnSJmHXZQtu04GPAc-cvYg\/h0\/h001.xx44twyHzTWoBC3xB38prnhigNX41bKfs8_WnxAyMvQ\">https:\/\/apply.nscc.edu\/portal\/FAFSAevents<\/a>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilize the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mx.technolutions.net\/ss\/c\/u001.jxaZRujEt1lhE0WEp4QewAaHwXhIDg36FPBjrVg_1JgdfQ4vpshdfpRMqlV43Kj-\/47a\/BnSJmHXZQtu04GPAc-cvYg\/h1\/h001.nM7JzvUa0UyUMvrP36uywFosoAcuvCf_jgiDgLUTMjU\">College for TN website<\/a>&nbsp;for videos<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FAFSA&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mx.technolutions.net\/ss\/c\/u001.jxaZRujEt1lhE0WEp4QewIKu0bGdXkJ12q7Jxb94pim7ZdDjAd54Ciay0nd27PUOmcs1aczlxDCqHQbyRVOuCvZ4DDgPz2Mm6lImisKHsfY\/47a\/BnSJmHXZQtu04GPAc-cvYg\/h2\/h001.zAozfH5o2-DN1ckDhLvTnlhqd6xZJtaf6qPW6YGIbdk\">how-to videos<\/a>&nbsp;<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assistance from TSAC \u2013&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/book\/B_B_FAFSAHelp@tn.gov\/\">one-on-one appointments<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>The updated FAFSA process is just a few simple steps:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.&nbsp;Make sure you have your&nbsp;Studentaid.gov&nbsp;account created before you begin. You can create your account here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mx.technolutions.net\/ss\/c\/u001.-4dh56bp0XcdctXbbZobLcaSNazOOnjJzHfqGy1ITboPRIJULKg3A2IN_cYDjJGVqRFTxoftALwzElLzkETgDw\/47a\/BnSJmHXZQtu04GPAc-cvYg\/h3\/h001.GrrBdYCqPPK58xzJqg1paFuiB_1Rr0RxFDEeyb76Rv4\">https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/fsa-id\/create-account\/launch<\/a>. Your contributors (parent(s) and\/or spouse) will also need to have their own account!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.&nbsp;You can easily access the FAFSA form to complete it online here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mx.technolutions.net\/ss\/c\/u001.-4dh56bp0XcdctXbbZobLeRy_YxwLKuSMZhvGqmb5a7IjsrQwQCRulexNucy3yXytuagCLr5LDa8fqalHgZpMQ\/47a\/BnSJmHXZQtu04GPAc-cvYg\/h4\/h001.TpCxIFdfNs6HNLhseXI6LjkUsaH1MIsvmfEx0J4u47w\">https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa<\/a>. Each contributor has their own section to do before your FAFSA is complete.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; ** Don\u2019t forget to add our school code on the FAFSA,&nbsp;<strong>007534<\/strong>.**<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-thumbnail is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4065\" style=\"width:156px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4066\" style=\"width:251px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2.jpg 458w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture3-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture3-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture3.jpg 418w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"242\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Williams-Jo-HeadShot-242x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4068 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Williams-Jo-HeadShot-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Williams-Jo-HeadShot-825x1024.jpg 825w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Williams-Jo-HeadShot-768x954.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Williams-Jo-HeadShot.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 242px) 100vw, 242px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Releasing&nbsp;Opportunity:&nbsp;Nashville State&nbsp;and&nbsp;Prison Education&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By Dr. Jo Williams, Vice President of Academic Affairs &amp; Workforce Development<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Thirteen incarcerated students completed their associate\u2019s degrees from Nashville State this year. Two graduates from the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center and eleven from the Turney Center Industrial Complex proudly moved their tassels to the left. It is no secret that education provides increased opportunity for economic mobility and societal advancement, but the impact of a college education is perhaps most profound among the people who live behind prison walls. Providing a college education to incarcerated students is a transformative movement that offers immeasurable benefits to them and enhances our society as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The deeply personal stories these graduates share during their commencement ceremonies demonstrate that they have gained a sense of empowerment and self-worth. Not only do they exude newfound confidence and self-esteem, they speak of hope for their futures and gratefulness for having been given such a life-altering opportunity. Earning a degree while incarcerated is not solely an academic achievement. It is also an indicator that an individual is committed to making a positive change and taking responsibility for improving their circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Inmates who participate in educational programming are also less likely to recidivate. In addition to supporting their personal and societal growth, a college degree provides them with the knowledge and skills they need to obtain employment, which lessens the likelihood that they will reoffend. By decreasing the probability of recidivism, a college education leads to stronger families and safer and more productive communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the primary goal of the correctional system is to rehabilitate offenders so that they may reintegrate into society, a college education can play a crucial role in that process. The importance of Nashville State\u2019s commitment to educating incarcerated students cannot be overstated. I am grateful for the Nashville State faculty members who are committed to educating these students. A professor\u2019s willingness to go behind prison walls with limited teaching resources, navigate extensive security checks, trek across prison yards, and pass through the many gates that open and close behind them demonstrates an impressive commitment to education and serving others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nashville State\u2019s prison education program offers incarcerated people a second chance by giving them an opportunity to rebuild their lives and redefine the impact they have on society.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group teal-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"288\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/amy_web-300x288.jpg\" alt=\"Amy Bryant Headshot\" class=\"wp-image-1016 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/amy_web-300x288.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/amy_web-768x737.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/amy_web.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fall Flourish: Refreshing Our Teaching Toolbox August 16-22, 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>by&nbsp;Amy S. Bryant,&nbsp;Associate Professor&nbsp;of&nbsp;Communication Studies&nbsp;and Director,&nbsp;The Teaching Center<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>You are invited to attend Fall Flourish: Refreshing Our Teaching Toolbox, an educational conference designed specifically for NSCC employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we embark on this journey together, our theme, &#8220;Fall Flourish: Refreshing Our Teaching Toolbox,&#8221; resonates deeply with the essence of what we aim to achieve throughout this conference. The changing seasons bring with them opportunities for renewal and growth, mirroring the evolution and adaptation essential to effective teaching practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the conference, we invite you to immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of innovative ideas, practical strategies, and collaborative dialogue. Together, we will explore approaches to pedagogy, embracing new technologies, pedagogical methodologies, and evidence-based practices that empower us to flourish in our roles as educators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This conference serves as a platform for sharing insights, fostering connections, and igniting inspiration that will enrich your teaching journey. Through engaging workshops, enlightening presentations, and interactive discussions, we aim to cultivate a vibrant learning community dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Audience encouraged to attend:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-thumbnail is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fall-Flourish-Image-1-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3904\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:203px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fall-Flourish-Image-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fall-Flourish-Image-1.png 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faculty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NSCC Staff Members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NSCC Administrators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Badging:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NSCC employees who engage in 8 professional learning sessions presented by the Teaching Center and Online Learning between August 16 &#8211; 22 will earn the Fall Flourish badge.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conference Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The schedule for Fall Flourish: Refreshing Our Teaching Toolbox is available on <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/theteachingcenter\/fall-flourish-refreshing-our-teaching-toolbox\/\">The Teaching Center website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3424 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Miranda-Inman-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Slate: It\u2019s <em><s>probably<\/s><\/em> definitely <s>not<\/s> a cult!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By: Miranda Inman, CRM Administrator<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Laura Moran, Julie Williams, Justina Rogers, and I are fresh back from Slate Summit which was held in Chicago June 19-21. In a sold-out crowd, 4500 of our fellow Slate experts from around the country (and this year the world!) convened to learn about new features <em>slated<\/em> for release over the next year and to network with one another to see the fantastic and creative ways that others are using Slate tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the opening presentation, we learned just how good of company we are in with Slate as the top 300 universities in the US were flashed up on the screen with only a handful not utilizing Slate as their CRM! Over the course of the event, I ran into several representatives from TN schools such as Vanderbilt, Lipscomb, MTSU, Freed Hardeman, and some of our sister schools within TBR. I was also privileged to be in an affinity group with representatives from the University of Beirut who just a few months ago became the first international University to purchase Slate as their CRM! We\u2019ve come back with stars in our eyes and yet more items to add to my ever-growing list of ideas to implement (<em>I\u2019ll get to them ALL\u2026eventually!)<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, Alexander Clark (Founder and CEO\u2026.<em>our beloved cult leader<\/em>) demoed things like Reader AI, Deliver Voice AI, AI Queries, AI Dashboards\u2026..starting to see a theme? While none of these features are available <em>just<\/em> yet, they represent exciting possibilities for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New slate features that are already live are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Interface Themes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Users now have the option to choose between standard and dark modes. The toggle beta-UI link which was available under the User circle directly to the right of the search box has now been replaced with <em>Set Themes<\/em>. This new feature contains several options including high contrast! Users who are still using the Legacy UI should make the switch to one of the Modern UI themes soon since most new features will not be available in the Legacy UI. The Modern UI gives users a wider view of the database and allows users to pin more items for quick access than were available in the Legacy UI. It also allows you to use the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quick Launch<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Quick launch is a new search feature that allows you to do a comprehensive search of the database, not just for people, but also for specific forms, events, etc. To access Quick Launch, you must set your theme to one of the four Modern UIs. Once your theme is set, ctrl+k (cmd + k on Mac) to access the Quick Launch tool. This is going to be one of my personal new favorite features, and I\u2019m sure it\u2019s going to save everyone a lot of time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Locale-Aware Time Zones<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously, Slate has operated exclusively in the Eastern time zone. However, this new feature is one of what I hope will become a trend to be sensitive to the time zone of our users. While most of the database continues to operate in Eastern Time, we can now set Deliver messages to send at a specific time in the recipient\u2019s time zone! This is also slated for release in messages drafted directly on a student\u2019s timeline, but that feature has not been rolled out yet as of the drafting of this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Timeline Filtering<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/slate-300x145.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4073\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/slate-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/slate-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/slate-768x371.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/slate.jpg 1430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The timeline can now be filtered! While previously the timeline displayed a cluttered amalgamation of every touchpoint logged with that individual, we can now narrow that mess by what we\u2019re actually looking for. Looking for a message that\u2019s been sent? Uncheck everything but messages. Looking for a form or event registration? You can filter by that too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Universal Batch Management (Partially Live-Queries and Forms)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously, batch management tools were available but hidden and only users who knew the proper keyboard commands were able to access them. Slate is now rolling out batch management so that the tool will always be present in areas where it can be used. This will take the form of a gear icon next to the search box in the areas where this is available. It will allow for quicker archiving of old items, batch moving items into folders, and very important as we move towards segregating the database into realms (more on that later this year!), the ability to batch assign items to Realms which ensures that queries, forms, etc. specific to your areas will not be visible to users in other realms. This is currently live in Queries and Forms and should eventually be available in Events, Deliver, and Inbox. If you\u2019d like to access this tool in an area where the always on gear is not yet available, hold down ctrl on your keyboard when clicking on any item to magically make the gear icon visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The executive summary of all features previewed at Summit can be accessed by current Slate users at <a href=\"https:\/\/knowledge.technolutions.net\/docs\/2024-slate-summit-executive-summary\">https:\/\/knowledge.technolutions.net\/docs\/2024-slate-summit-executive-summary<\/a>. The slides from the Summit presentations will also be uploaded to the Knowledge Base this week so should be available by the time this article is being read by you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Internal Slate Stuff in the Works<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Banner to Slate project with Axiom is making good progress this year. Recently, I have completed the work to import Academic Standing, Cohort Codes, GPA, Holds, and Test Scores. By the time this article releases, I should also have finished the work to bring in Advisors and should be well underway with progress towards bringing in Class Rosters which are the final pieces of the puzzle needed to complete a redesign of Early Alerts. The new Early Alert system should be ready for preview by the redesign committee by mid-July, and it should be ready for faculty access ahead of the fall semester. There will definitely be more information on this soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the Early Alerts system has been built, I will be changing focus to bring in our financial aid checklist which will allow us to display both admissions and financial aid checklist requirements to prospective students all in one easily accessible portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also in the works, the high school programs applications will soon be split off from our regular admissions application. This will allow us to better tailor the application to the audience and make the cycle maintenance easier for our staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TBR has also made us aware of a pot of money available to institutions to work with consultants. We have applied for this money and are working to decide what features we most need consultant help to build.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group teal-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Teaching Center<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>by Amy S. Bryant, Associate Professor of Communication Studies and Director, The Teaching Center<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>The Teaching Center invites you to share your expertise with your colleagues.<\/strong> Please submit <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/zYmp4sZv56Uv595eA\">session proposals<\/a> that you would be willing to lead during fall 2024. Session proposals are needed for college-wide, specific schools, and division-level professional learning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Professional learning opportunities are available to you anytime.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/theteachingcenter\/video-gallery\/\">The Teaching Center\u2019s professional development library<\/a> is available for all employees at NSCC to access recordings of professional development sessions when it is most convenient for you. The <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/theteachingcenter\/video-gallery\/\">library<\/a> contains over 300 recordings, and you can search the <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/theteachingcenter\/video-gallery\/\">library<\/a> by keywords and by category.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Teaching-Center-2-1024x350.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Teaching-Center-2-1024x350.png 1024w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Teaching-Center-2-300x103.png 300w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Teaching-Center-2-768x263.png 768w, https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Teaching-Center-2.png 1429w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"285\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bledsoe.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4074 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Facilities Management Projects Update<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>by Christopher Bledsoe, Facilities Manager<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>June was a busy and productive month for our team, with the ongoing construction activities and several events at White Bridge and our extended campuses. Our team remains committed to the goal &#8211;students first. The dedication and hard work by the facilities team is instrumental in maintaining our operations at a high standard throughout the month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Current activities per Campus:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clarksville:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>General Contractor Awarded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interior finishes selected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groundbreaking May 29th<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dickson<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New Building Programming Phase<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Sign displayed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>North Davidson:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>HVAC &#8211; Tile floor fixed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duct work leak repair in process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HOAR Construction underway on repairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>South East:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: var(--ast-global-color-3); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: inherit;\">Refurbishment Project underway<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Culinary Kitchen Equipment purchases approved<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Waverly:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: var(--ast-global-color-3); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: inherit;\">Miscellaneous Repairs<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lab hoods have been serviced and now certified<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>White Bridge Road:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: var(--ast-global-color-3); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: inherit;\">H &#8211; K &#8211; C &#8211; A- Building Project \u2013in process&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Central Plant HVAC Project &#8211; Phase #1 &#8211; Bid Awarded &#8211; Phase #2 in Design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group teal-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"215\" height=\"301\" src=\"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Rob-Tudor.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4076 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Workforce Minute<\/strong>\u200b<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By Rob Tudor, Director, IT Partnerships, <\/em><em>T<\/em><em>he Center for <\/em><em>Workforce Development and Continuing Education<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em><strong>Welcome to The Workforce Minute for Nashville State\u2019s \u201cThe Voice\u201d newsletter.&nbsp; This month, we highlight our ongoing IT partnerships, industry training accomplishments, and look back at our achievements over the last fiscal year.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tennessee Digital Government Summit 2024:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Workforce challenges in the public sector are not a new issue \u2013 but one that has certainly evolved over the last few years. What skills are ACTUALLY needed to have an effective team in 2024? How can we ensure we have the right people in place to align IT initiatives with business strategies? Are there new approaches to examine as we look to retain and upskill our current staff? Representing Nashville State, I was the panel moderator and speaker for the \u201cIT Workforce of the Future\u201d session at the Tennessee Digital Government Summit 2024 in May.&nbsp; This interactive and collaborative session focused on these questions as we strive to build a robust and dynamic workforce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The audience at the session asked pertinent questions around AI and Cyber Defense\/Security, 2 of the hottest technologies with increased demands within the IT industry.&nbsp; Discussion revolved around AI continuing to change the world and our interaction with technology solutions, and how that will impact our IT workforce over the next 2-3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, the panel and participants discussed work-based learning opportunities (apprenticeships, internships, and mentorships) for building a resilient workforce within the public sector and the industry overall.&nbsp; This dovetailed into questions and collaboration for skills-based hiring versus credentials-based hiring.&nbsp; The interactive session provided leaders with nuggets and ideas for their existing and future IT workforce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advancing Workforce Equity (AWE) Update:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IT Development program under the Advancing Workforce Equity Grant leverages off CompTIA\u2019s IT Fundamentals (ITF+) course and certification.&nbsp; In the 9-week training program being held at the Martha O\u2019Bryan Center in east Nashville, participants receive 72+ hours of onsite instructor-led training with access to online training modules.&nbsp; The program focuses on overall concepts of computing, IT infrastructure, software development, and database use. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>After completing the studies, the students will have opportunities to take a certification exam.&nbsp; The CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) exam will certify the candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of IT processing, hardware and software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students were so surprised to learn of what goes on \u201cbehind the scenes\u201d in the heart of a phone, tablet, laptop, and desktop to receive user requests, process the requests, and return the results.&nbsp; 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