14 / JOURNEY
his fall Carson-Newman University
launched a new partnership with
Pellissippi State Community College
that allows the University to offer its
MBA program on site at Pellissippi's
Strawberry Plains campus. The move
followed the approval from the
Southern Association of College and
Schools.
"We are excited about this partnership
with Pellissippi State, a strong
community college in our area," said Dr.
Kina Mallard, executive vice president
and provost at Carson-Newman. "This
opportunity allows Carson-Newman
to continue to expand its reach to
meet the educational needs in East
Tennessee and beyond."
Dr. Mike North, campus dean for
Pellissippi State's Strawberry Plains
campus, agrees that area students
will be the beneficiaries of the new
agreement.
"Pellissippi State is excited about our relationship
with Carson-Newman University," said North.
"The addition of Carson-Newman's MBA program
at our Strawberry Plains campus is another step
toward what we envision for the facility – a multi-
purpose campus that provides our students and
the surrounding community with a variety of
educational opportunities. We are looking forward
to working with Carson-Newman as we accomplish
this goal."
Carson-Newman faculty are teaching all courses.
Those interested in enrolling in Carson-Newman's
MBA program may apply online at:
www.cn.edu/gradapply
For more information call 865-471-4652.
Growing our MBA
Pellissippi State partnership expands program reach
Pellissippi State is excited about our
relationship with Carson-Newman University.
- Dr. Mike North,
campus dean for Pellissippi State's Strawberry Plains campus
