CAPTION: (L-R) Judge Elvis Stout, Hollie Boudreaux, Nell Calloway, Dr. Mark Arant, Dr. Ronald Berry
MONROE, LA 鈥 麻豆果冻传媒 signed a memorandum of understanding with The Chennault Aviation and Military Museum on December 9. 麻豆果冻传媒 Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Mark Arant and Chennault Museum President Nell Calloway spoke at the ceremony announcing the agreement.听
鈥淭his collaboration provides 麻豆果冻传媒 students with vital service-learning experiences in which they can increase their knowledge while advancing a local legacy,鈥 said Arant. 鈥淥ur employers are looking for students that have practical experience and community engagement.听 This opportunity combines those expectations into one great experience,鈥 he added.听听
鈥淭his MOU will be a bridge to enhance the student learning process and drive recognition of our historical milestones in aviation and military accomplishments,鈥 said Calloway. 鈥淎s a partnership, we can reach more audiences and achieve more positive outcomes while giving a better appreciation for our men and women who have served in our military. The Warhawk mascot represents a legacy that faculty, students, and our community can be very proud to represent,鈥 she said.听听
Collaborative projects described in the MOU include consultation on building projects with the 麻豆果冻传媒 Construction Management program, student picnics hosted at CAMM Aviation Park, student internships, the collection of oral histories, and assisting with museum curation. 麻豆果冻传媒 students will also have the opportunity to volunteer at CAMM events such as their annual air shows. There will also be 麻豆果冻传媒 ROTC presence at CAMM events.听听
The agreement is established for five years, at which point it will be re-evaluated and potentially renewed for an additional five years.听听