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Marshall University partners with BridgeValley Community and Technical College [Video]

HUNTINGTON/CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – Marshall University and BridgeValley Community and Technical College are teaming up to continue students’ education.

Marshall’s President Brad Smith and BridgeValley President Dr. Casey Sachs signed an agreement that will help students to seamlessly continue their education at MU after graduation.

BridgeValley students who graduate with an Associate of Applied Sciences degree can transfer up to 72 credit hours towards a Bachelors of Applied Sciences degree from MU.

“So, if there at a place in their lives where they have up skill and they are ready to do the next thing, it really gives them the opportunity to move forward much more quickly,” Dr. Sachs said.

While students are working in the new program, Smith says students will have hands-on experience with faculty mentors and professional interactions.

Dr. Sachs says this partnership highlights the value of collaboration in preparing students for the future.

“The partnership is …

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