Tiger Talk Podcast by Northeast Mississippi Community College

In episode 121 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president, Dr. Ricky G. Ford, to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners about how the first few days of school have been for face-to-face classes and some of the challenges the college has seen in bringing back over 3,000 people to Booneville. Ford also updates listeners on some of the events happening throughout the fall semester and how the college will continue to move forward through the next few months.

Just a reminder it is not too late to sign up for an entirely virtual format of courses at Northeast. Those classes are available Monday, August 24.

Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 120 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president, Dr. Ricky G. Ford, to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners about a national award that the college just received and will be promoting throughout the fall semester, how the college will handle the opening of classes on Monday, August 3 and about the joint effort between all employees to help rally recruitment for the fall 2020 semester. In addition to rallying recruitment, Ford discusses the best practices for dealing with the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) pandemic and how employees and students are the front lines of recognizing systems to help flatten the COVID curve. Ford shines a light on the Northeast at Ripley campus where the parking lot was recently paved and officials are looking at a late October/early November opening for the Tippah County campus.

Just a reminder it is not too late to sign up for face-to-face classes at Northeast and if you or someone you know is unsure about classes, an entirely virtual format of courses is available Monday, August 24.

Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 119 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president, Dr. Ricky G. Ford, to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners about the college Guide to a Safe Return to Campus which addresses among other things the use of face coverings while on the Northeast campus. In addition to face coverings, Ford talks about the health and safety of not only Northeast employees but students and community members as well during the pandemic. Ford addresses changes to academic and college life such as how the cafeteria is changing to follow CDC guidelines and how classrooms have been modified to accompany a smaller class side. Inside the multi-page document, Ford reiterates his belief that social distancing, wearing a mask and good personal hygiene such as washing hands and not touching the face are the keys to preventing the spread of COVID-19. Ford and Kollmeyer also discuss the options for classes that Northeast will offer students such as traditional face-to-face classes on Monday, August 3, hybrid classes with a mix of traditional face-to-face and online classes or fully online classes, which will begin later on Monday, August 24 and will run into December. Traditional face-to-face classes at Northeast are set to finish before Thanksgiving. For more information about Northeast's Guide to a Safe Return to Campus, it can be viewed here: http://www.nemcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NEMCC-Safe-Return-to-Campus-Guide.pdf

Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 118 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president, Dr. Ricky G. Ford, to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners with an update to the NJCAA football, basketball and fall sports seasons along with how the college is getting back into the swing of things for the 2020-2021 academic year. Ford reminds all that have not taken the opportunity to register for classes, that now is a great time to get an education and for those who have been through our Orientation program, now is the time to pay fees and get their schedules locked in for the fall. Ford talks about the hours at the Burgess Fitness Center and the changes coming August 1 but also reminds people that things are going to be different as we begin school back in the fall. Ford reminds listeners to lower the COVID-19 curve they must do three things: 1) Maintain proper social distancing, 2) Wear a mask and 3) Wash their hands. Ford also warns those who believe they have been exposed or feel like they have the COVID-19 to stay home and seek medical treatment. Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 117 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president, Dr. Ricky G. Ford, to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners with a positive message about uplifting each other in this uncertain time. In addition to trying to be as positive as possible, Ford goes over some of the guidelines for campus and how administrators have come up with the plans for reopening the campus. Ford talks about the three things that will help limit the coronavirus 1) distancing oneself from large groups, 2) sanitation procedures, and 3) wearing a mask while in public. Ford also addresses the need for people to be as flexible as possible saying that the plans could change in an afternoon, a day, or as quickly as an hour. In closing, Ford talks about the upcoming football season and the plans for the band along with discussing the options if schools have to close again due to another outbreak.  Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 116 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president Dr. Ricky G. Ford to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners on the opening of campus on July 1, 2020 and how the college will proceed with preparing for students on August 3, 2020. In addition to all the safety protocols, Ford talks about changes to the 2020 Football Schedule and how the Showband from Tigerland will operate during the fall semester as well. Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 115 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president Dr. Ricky G. Ford to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners on how the campus is proceeding toward opening up on July 1 and what all is being done to welcome students back to campus on Monday, August 3. In addition, Ford talks about a new addition to campus - a dropbox on the west side of the Ramsey Student Services Building for those needing to drop off items after business hours or if they do not feel comfortable coming into the building. Ford also gives an update on the budget for the 2020-2021 school year and signals that it is not as bad as forecasted. Officials were looking at nearly a double-digit decrease in the budget but right now, the budget was only decreased by 3-3.5 percent. Ford ends this week with his Black Lives Matter statement that went live on social media late last week. Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 114 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president Dr. Ricky G. Ford to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners on the overall precautions being put in place for opening the campus on July 1 and also welcoming students back to campus on August 3. Ford updates the campus on such things as a possible modification to the 2020 football schedule, how the opening of the Burgess Fitness Center will occur, construction and renovation projects around campus such as the Haney Union, Hargett Hall, Hines Hall and the Seth Pounds Auditorium. Ford also gives some insight into the Northeast budget process and the what the college is anticipating happening at the state level as funding is concerned. Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 113 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president Dr. Ricky G. Ford to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners on precautions being put in place for opening the campus on July 1 and also welcoming students back to campus on August 3. Ford also talks about the precautions and the process of opening the Burgess Fitness Center on July 1 and the overall safety measures that the college is implementing such as no students reporting back to campus until August 3 including those enrolled in extracurricular activities such as football, basketball, the marching band, campus county and so forth. In his segment on events happening on campus, Ford discusses the college's three drive-through graduations on Thursday, June 4 and Friday, June 5 and the GED/HiSET graduation on Friday, June 5 as well and the upcoming Mobile Learning Conference that has gone international with nearly 1,500 participants from 29 states, Washington, D.C. and over 15 different countries other than the United States.  Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.

In episode 112 of the TigerTalk podcast presented by Northeast Mississippi Community College, host Will Kollmeyer welcomes Northeast president Dr. Ricky G. Ford to the podcast as Kollmeyer and Ford sit down to discuss what is happening at the college. In this week's update, Dr. Ford updates listeners on plans for the fall including the Fall 2020 semester starting on August 3 and finishing before the Thanksgiving Break on November 20. Ford also talks about InService in July and the deep cleaning that the campus is undergoing to prepare for its opening in the fall for students. Don’t forget that Northeast is the second-ranked community college in the nation for receiving an online education, so if you or someone you know is looking to further their education during the summer or fall semesters, Northeast has a place for you.

🎙️TigerTalk – where Northeast tells its story, one episode at a time.

For those who may have missed an episode, all Northeast TigerTalk episodes are archived at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com.

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Information about Northeast Mississippi Community College

Northeast Mississippi Community College is a leading educational institution that provides comprehensive academic, technical, and workforce training programs to empower students and promote lifelong learning. With a commitment to excellence, Northeast Mississippi Community College fosters a supportive environment that prepares individuals for success in their chosen fields.

For more information about Northeast Mississippi Community College, visit http://www.nemcc.edu.