Tennessee Wesleyan University Signed Articulation Agreement with Cleveland State Community College
Tennessee Wesleyan University (TWU) and Cleveland State Community College (CSCC) signed an agreement on Monday that will allow a smooth transition for students graduating from the community college to transfer seamlessly to the university to receive their bachelor’s degree.
The agreement allows students studying in the criminal justice program or law enforcement program at CSCC to transfer to TWU to receive their bachelor of science degree in Professional Leadership in Criminal Justice (PLCJ). The agreement benefits students completing an associate of science in criminal justice or associate of applied science in law enforcement.
Dr. Tyler Forrest, TWU President, said, “Cleveland State remains one of our best partners,
and this is just another example of what that partnership can bring. The PLCJ program
at TWU and the criminal justice program at Cleveland State have outstanding reputations.
It is absolutely worth it to bridge these two institutions. Thank you to Dr. Stone
and Cleveland State for making this happen.”
Dr. Ty Stone, CSCC President, said, “We are excited to be working more closely with
our friends at Tennessee Wesleyan University. Thank you to the faculty and staff at
both institutions for their work and commitment on the articulation agreement. We
know this program will lead to a greater pathway for our students and our community.”
Deb Wallace, Director of Professional Leadership in Criminal Justice Program, said,
“We have a wonderful example of this agreement now. A young lady graduated from Cleveland
State in May, and she has been taking courses in PLCJ. Within 15 months, she will
have her bachelor’s degree.”
“Having students stay local is great for both colleges as it shows our agencies and
organizations that use these services that both colleges can supply their personnel
needs. A bachelor's degree from TWU opens doors for the students in state and federal
agencies that require more than an associate degree,” said Marcus Easley, Criminal
Justice Program Director for Cleveland State. “More and more agencies in the criminal
justice field are now requiring a four-year degree to be employed. With this agreement,
CSCC lays the foundation for these future professionals, and TWU provides the finished
product.”