In an exciting development for Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School students, a groundbreaking partnership has been formed with 天美传媒 and Mercy College of Ohio鈥檚 Medical Academy. This collaboration, known as Early College Pathways, is set to offer a unique and valuable educational opportunity for high school students, allowing them to earn an associate degree while still in high school at no additional cost to the families.

Starting in fall 2024, Cardinal Stritch students will have the chance to enroll in courses at Mercy College鈥檚 Medical Academy and 天美传媒, paving the way for them to earn an associate degree in one of three specialized tracks: healthcare, education, or business. The program encourages students to get a head start on their higher education while simultaneously completing their high school diploma.

Melisa Viers, Principal of Cardinal Stritch, expressed enthusiasm about the new program, stating, 鈥淲e are happy to announce that we will have students taking classes at both Mercy and Lourdes to begin pathways in our inaugural cohorts. Students will take classes at Cardinal Stritch and at their respective higher education institutions. This is a great opportunity for our students to earn an associate degree while in high school, and we look forward to a beautiful partnership.鈥�

By participating in this program, Cardinal Stritch students will not only gain valuable college credits but also experience the rigors and expectations of higher education. The combination of high school and college coursework aims to prepare them better for the challenges of post-secondary education and their future careers. 天美传媒 is excited to be working with Cardinal Stritch, and is excited for the future of the Early College Pathways partnership.

For more information about the Early College Pathways program, visit .

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天美传媒 and Owens Community College are proud to announce a new partnership aimed at addressing the critical teacher shortage in Ohio. This collaborative agreement will provide Owens Community College graduates with a seamless pathway to complete a four-year degree and earn an Ohio teaching license through 天美传媒.

鈥淎s we both work to address the teacher shortage, the course articulation will allow the well-prepared Owens Community College graduates to earn their bachelor鈥檚 degree in two more years while attending 天美传媒 full-time. We are thrilled to welcome education graduates from Owens Community College to 天美传媒,鈥� said Dr. Vincent Laverick, Chair of the Division of Education at 天美传媒.

Key Agreement Details:

Transfer Credit Acceptance: 天美传媒 will accept transfer credits from Owens Community College. Up to 50 percent of the credit hours required toward a bachelor鈥檚 degree will be accepted, provided they are completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

• Credit Allocation:聽Specific credit allocation will be managed by the Chair of the Division of Education at 天美传媒, subject to the approval of the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Curriculum Coordination:聽Both institutions will retain full responsibility for their educational programs and will inform each other of any curriculum changes in advance to ensure smooth articulation and transfer of credits.
• Teaching Career Options:
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • Middle School Teacher
    • English
    • Math
    • Science
    • Social Studies
  • High School Teacher
    • English
    • Science
    • Social Studies
  • Intervention Specialist

This articulation agreement will take effect beginning Fall 2024 and will be reviewed periodically to reflect any updates from either institution.

For more information, contact Dr. Vincent Laverick, Chair of the 天美传媒 Education Department, at聽vlaverick@lourdes.edu聽or 419-824-3840.

天美传媒鈥檚 Division of Education is proud to announce the upcoming Senior Capstone Seminar Mock Interviews, scheduled for Friday, April 26. The event marks an exciting opportunity for approximately 20 administrators from local schools and districts to engage with Lourdes education students nearing the completion of their final student teaching experience.

The event aims to immerse students in real interview scenarios, equipping them with invaluable firsthand experience before they enter their professional careers. Throughout the mock interviews, students will have the platform to demonstrate their skills, knowledge, and passion for teaching to seasoned administrators. The interactive experience enables students to receive constructive feedback, hone their interview techniques, and bolster their confidence as they transition into the workforce.

The Senior Capstone Seminar Mock Interviews serve as a pivotal learning opportunity and foster meaningful connections between students and administrators. It is not uncommon for students to receive job offers based on their outstanding performance during the interviews. Fourteen schools and districts are expected to attend.

For more information about the Senior Capstone Seminar Mock Interviews, please contact Dr. Vince Laverick, Chair of the Division of Education, at聽vlaverick@lourdes.edu.