This goal has been, and remains, to serve better the citizens of southwest Minnesota through cooperation. Chancellor Eaton said the plan will strengthen the campuses and provide better service to students in the region. Presidents Burchill, Knapp and Sweetland have provided excellent leadership toward that goal. The three institutions serve more than 5,700 students at their six campuses. The presidents' report outlines several areas in which the campuses intend to increase collaboration.
Many programs already exist.
STC provides the technical education and WCC the liberal arts education. All three institutions should start to share faculty when possible, the report says. Redirecting resources to address student needs and regional priorities . The institutions collaborate on several initiatives aimed at meeting regional and student needs. Expanding distance-learning education.