{"id":5053,"date":"2026-03-03T15:23:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T15:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/?page_id=5053"},"modified":"2026-03-03T15:23:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T15:23:29","slug":"february-2026-volume-9-issue-7","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ww2.nscc.edu\/thensccvoice\/february-2026-volume-9-issue-7\/","title":{"rendered":"February 2026 Volume 9 Issue 7"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Update from the President<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

by Dr. Shanna L. Jackson<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Greetings Fellow Falcons,  <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since my last update, we experienced a significant weather event that left thousands of Tennesseans without power for multiple days, and in some cases, great damage to property. Many of you, as well as our students, were directly impacted and are still working through recovery efforts. I want to express my gratitude for your continued support of our students even under challenging circumstances and for supporting one another. For those of you who remain in need of support, please review the February 10 email from Rochelle Williams \u201cResources and Assistance for Employees Impacted by the Winter Storm.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below are a few updates from the Office of the President:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dickson Campus<\/strong> \u2013 The move-in date for the new building is tentatively scheduled for March 6! During this short window Dickson will be the priority for TSD, Facilities, Security and others to ensure things are in place to open to the public on March 9 and for classes to begin on March 16. Once again, I ask for your patience and understanding if your requests for services or support are delayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Riverbend Graduation\/CEI<\/strong> \u2013 On February 13, we celebrated four graduates at Riverbend who earned their Associate of Science degree in business administration. Through the Governor\u2019s Correctional Education Initiative (CEI) we are continuing to change the lives of justice-impacted individuals. We are actively offering pathways to the Associate Degree in four locations: Turney, Riverbend, Debra K. Johnson and the Lois DeBerry Special Needs Facility. I want to express my appreciation to the Faculty who not only provide exceptional instruction but often also show their support by being present at the Commencement ceremonies. I also want to offer a special thanks to Dr. Sarah Roberts who is driving the work to support justice-impacted students inside and beyond the wall.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Governor\u2019s Budget<\/strong> \u2013 Our proposal for a new STEM building to replace the A Building on the White Bridge campus was not included in the Governor\u2019s FY27 budget recommendations. A new building is still a critical need, but we are actively engaged in identifying resources to move forward with a phase-in plan to upgrade the science labs at White Bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Campus Master Plan<\/strong> \u2013 The process for updating the 10-year Master Plan has begun. This plan will guide the development of our campuses for 2027-2037. Master planning consultant Art Lidsky, of Dober Lidsky Mathey, presented an overview of the planning process to the Steering Committee on February 9. The master planning process will take place from February through November 2026. It will then be presented to TBR, THEC, and the State Building Commission for approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please know your voice matters. Individual meetings are taking place with the Steering Committee to gather more information about the priorities, hopes and dreams for what our campuses will need in the future. However, there will be opportunities to provide your input during the process. I encourage you to share your ideas with your Constituency Leaders. The Steering Committee includes the President\u2019s Cabinet and five additional members:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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