University, TJC become partners; help students with 4-year degrees

The University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College have become partners in education to help students earn  a four-year degree, Dr. Peter J. Fos, UT Tyler provost and vice president for academic affairs, announced earlier this month.

Officials from both schools participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 11 for the new transfer center located in Room 106 of Jenkins Hall on the TJC campus. The partnership includes strategies to help TJC students make the transition to UT Tyler.

“It is always a pleasure to work with Tyler Junior College, and we are very excited about this partnership,” Fos said.

As an example, TJC and UT Tyler have completed program equivalency guides between nine academic programs.

“This is just the beginning as we plan to include as many academic programs in the agreement as possible and we will continue to expand our degree offerings in the future,” Fos added.

The agreement is intended to create a seamless transfer process, support concurrent enrollment when appropriate and assist students in completing their educational objectives.

TJC enrolls more the 12,000 credit students annually. The college offers associate degrees, certificates of proficiency and workforce training programs.

“Student success is the top priority for both institutions. We want all students to benefit from the fine academic programs offered at both TJC and UT Tyler and give them the opportunity to earn a four-year degree,” Fos added.