COASTAL BEND COLLEGE CATALOG 2014-2015
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Mission, Goals and Values Purpose
The goals of the College District shall be to, per AD(LOCAL) Policy: 1. Provide technical/vocational programs leading to associate degrees or certificates; 2. Provide postsecondary freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences that transfer to senior postsecondary institutions and that lead to associate degrees; 3. Support local and statewide needs for occupational upgrading and workforce development through adult literacy, education, and retraining programs; 4. Provide access to postsecondary education with an open admissions policy that includes developmental education programs; 5. Enhance the learning environment by providing support services to meet the requirements of educational programs, faculty, and students; 6. Maintain a campus conducive to learning; that is environmentally and functionally safe, accessible, attractive, and well-equipped; 7. Provide counseling, educational advising, job placement and guidance programs to assist students in achieving their educational, personal, and career goals.
Institutional Effectiveness
The Institutional Effectiveness process ensures that faculty, staff, and administration are actively involved in accomplishing the mission of Coastal Bend College. Each year every educational program and administrative and educational support unit has identified student learning outcomes or support objectives that are linked to the college strategic goals and objectives, assesses these outcomes and objectives, and uses the results to continuously improve instruction and support for its students. Assessment reports are submitted annually by each unit as a means of providing evidence of improvement based on analysis of assessment results. It is this continuous, institution-wide evaluation and resulting improvement process that provides CBC direction in its commitment to excellence in education.
Advantages Offered by CBC 1. College education at a reasonable cost: a.
Role
Coastal Bend College is a two-year institution primarily serving its local taxing district and service area and offering vocational, technical, and academic courses for certification or associate degrees. Continuing education, remedial and compensatory education consistent with open-admission policies, and programs of counseling and guidance shall be provided. The College District shall insist on excellence in all academic area— instruction, research, and public service. Faculty research, using the facilities provided for and consistent with the primary function of the College District is encouraged. Funding for research should be from private sources, competitively acquired sources, local taxes, and other local revenue. Education Code 130.0011
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2. Various types of programs available: a. b. c. d. e.
Mission
Coastal Bend College is a comprehensive, public community college serving a diverse South Texas area. It is a student-centered institution committed to the highest integrity and to the development of an educational culture that supports creativity, encourages professional development, and promotes excellence in all areas.
Learning Innovation Excellence Leadership Diversity
Respect Service Integrity Collaboration Communication
Vision
Coastal Bend College is a leader in providing quality education for lifelong learning by dedicating its resources to promoting a learning-centered environment that empowers its students to reach their highest potential and become responsible members of the global community.
Strategic Plan: Vision 2020 Goals Keeping Student Success In Sight:
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Coastal Bend College will offer a quality educational experience for all students. Coastal Bend College will provide comprehensive student services to increase overall student success. Coastal Bend College will engage students and staff in support of our communities. Coastal Bend College will effectively and efficiently use resources to benefit our students.
Academic work toward a bachelor’s degree. Academic work for a general education. Specialization through workforce education programs. Education through part-time study for people who cannot attend college fulltime. Continuing Education, contract training, mirror classes, and avocational programs.
3. Immediate leadership development: a. b.
Core Values
CBC is tax supported by the State of Texas and Bee County. Students pay for only a part of the cost of their college education. Tuition and fees are comparatively low. Students may live at home while attending college. Scholarships and part-time jobs are available.
CBC students may take part in extracurricular activities during the first year in college without having to compete with juniors and seniors. Students are encouraged to participate in student government, intramural sports, interest clubs, pre-professional groups, performing groups, honorary societies, religious organizations, and club sports.
4. Suitable size and type of institution: a. b. c. d. e.
CBC stresses personal attention. Students know other students, administrators, and the faculty. CBC is a normal step of progression from high school to a senior college or university. Individual attention is available in the Student Success Center (SSC). Students are given opportunities to become better acquainted with growing responsibilities. Students have opportunities for closer acquaintance with teachers and receive more guidance from the faculty.