ASU Mid-South named a “2017 Great College to Work For”

Arkansas State University Mid-South is a great college to work for, according to a new survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education, a top trade publication for colleges and universities.

The results were released on July 2017 in The Chronicle’s tenth annual report on the Academic Workplace and are based on a survey of 232 colleges and universities. The survey is the largest and most comprehensive workplace study in higher education and recognizes colleges that get the top ratings from employees on workplace practices and policies. Of the colleges and universities who participated in the survey, 57 four-year institutions and 22 two-year institutions were recognized.

ASU Mid-South is the only institution in Arkansas to be recognized and won honors in three categories: Confidence in Senior Leadership, Facilities, Workspace & Security, and Teaching Environment.

ASU Mid-South First Career Exploration Camp A Success

Eighth and ninth grade students from the West Memphis School District recently participated in a Career Exploration Camp. The camp was funded through the Arkansas Career Coach grant housed on the Arkansas State University Mid-South campus.

During the two week camp, students participated in either a Hospitality program or a Machining & Mechatronics program. Students toured local industries and participated in hands-on activities. Industry tours included University of Memphis Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Center, Big John’s Shake Shack, Mitsubishi and Smith & Nephew, Inc.