The Academic Department recently organized an informative gathering, "Connecting with Your Advisor," on Wednesday, October 11, within the welcoming confines of the Zee A. Barron Student Union at Coahoma Community College (CCC).


This event centered around the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), a pivotal component of CCC's reaffirmation process. The QEP represents a strategic approach designed to tackle specific issues that impact student learning and the overall learning environment. Its mission is to fortify the institution's overarching objectives. Initially introduced as a requirement for the "reaffirmation of Accreditation" in 2019, the QEP was officially launched at CCC in 2020.

The initiative takes its inspiration from Coahoma Community College's "ROAD to Success: Revitalizing Orientation and Advisement Development" campaign, signaling the college's commitment to improving the academic experience for its students.

This recurring event is a valuable opportunity for students, particularly those new to college life, to identify and connect with their academic advisors. It is designed to foster a strong and consistent relationship between students and their advisors, promoting a smoother educational journey. In addition, students had the chance to register for the upcoming spring semester in 2023 during the event.

The "Connecting with Your Advisor" event primarily caters to first-time college students. For many of them, this was their first face-to-face interaction with their advisors. It offered them a chance to closely examine their degree plans, gain insights into their potential career paths, and receive guidance on how to navigate their future careers.

This event encouraged students to engage in open communication with their advisors, enabling them to explore their chosen career paths. If students found that their initial plans were not aligning with their interests or goals, the flexibility to switch majors was a welcome option.

The QEP: Meet Your Advisor event received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the attending students, who left with a sense of accomplishment and clarity about their academic journey.

Monica Moore Johnson, the QEP Co-Director, eLearning Coordinator, and Canvas Administrator, emphasized the importance of the event. Many students arrived without a clear vision of their intended major or career path, but thanks to the Career Assessment component, they were able to discover their true passions and aspirations.

As part of CCC's QEP Plan, the college offers an orientation class every eight weeks and a dedicated advising event each semester. These initiatives are all part of CCC's commitment to providing a supportive and enriching academic experience for its students.