Katherine P. Mitchell, the first woman to be elected President, and ; the Alexander-Turner Child Development center was also constructed. In , under the leadership of President John L. This accreditation enabled Shorter College to compete for students who could then transfer easily to four-year institutions.
In the years following, many attempts were made at in proving the administrative effectiveness of the institution and shaping its programs to meet the needs of students. However, in , during the administration of Dr. Mitchell, the College would continue to provide educational services and career programs for its students under the auspices of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The Board of Trustees has indicated its resolve to reapply for accreditation within the next two years.
Shorter College once supported a very active athletic program, which was the pride of the college community as well as the city of North Little Rock. For two consecutive years the Bulldogs, under the direction of Coach Charles Baker, won the state championship in the two-year college division. However, the program had to be suspended in The institute on is supported fully and actively by the African Methodist Episcopal Church locally and nationally.
Shorter College has a rich heritage. It represents the understanding of the church's mission in the world and a deep commitment of the church to this mission. Its own mission is to pursue excellence in its instruction. She was elected president in Brown's tenure as president can be described as an exercise punctuated by creativity and institutional survival.
Coming to the college when it was on probation by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges and having been audited by the United States Department of Education in the spring of , the challenge was awesome. With the eventual loss of accreditation and federal funds, restoration and revitalization of assets was paramount.
An agreement with the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff was forged so that students could still take accredited courses on the Shorter College campus. The course offerings in Regulatory Science and General Education have grown in demand and student enrollment has increased each semester. Certificate programs in higher education were created and have been accredited by the various agencies; Medical and Nursing Assistant Programs, computer programs, specialist, basic computer, management programs, Child Development Associates.
All of these programs were career oriented and designed to prepare students for the work place in shorter periods of time.
Planning was essential so the school family developed a Strategic Plan that will help to guide the college's future for the next five years. Under Dr. Brown's leadership the college liquidated a debt to the U. Department of Education to reduce 1. The focus of the administration has been to correct the deficiencies of the college and to prepare for application for reaccredidation. Brown helped to write the mission and vision of Shorter College and for four years she worked to make it a reality.
The Board of Trustees, drawn primarily from the churches in Arkansas and Oklahoma, has consistently supported the institution. Regular financial support is also provided by the denomination, as well as by local churches in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Although its accreditation was withdrawn, the College will continue to provide educational services and career programs for its students under the auspices of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
The Board of Trustees named Dr. As pastor of Rome Baptist Church, now First Baptist, Gwaltney encouraged the active participation of church members in the establishment of a school for young ladies. Because of the generous contributions of Alfred and Martha Shorter, in the college was renamed Shorter College. In its early years, Shorter had three departments—primary, preparatory, and collegiate.
Young women in the collegiate department studied the classics, science, music, art, and drama and established the literary magazine The Chimes as well as two societies—Eunomian now Epsilon Sigma Sorority and Polymnian Pi Sigma Sorority. Bass family and the J. It is the dream of each individual to live out the potential they possess inside. The decision to enroll in a college or university should not be taken lightly. The college experience will provide a strong foundation that will leave a lasting impression on your life.
Shorter College offers an environment where students are inspired to grow, encouraged to mature, and supported to excel. Founded in by the African Methodist Episcopal Church private, faith-based, two-year liberal arts college. Privacy Policy Terms of Use. Hit enter to search or ESC to close. Join US! Your Potential Is Boundless. Child Development The courses in this program typically examine the physical, emotional, language and behavioral development of infants, toddlers and school-aged children.
Christian Leadership The courses in this program are designed to prepare students to integrate their faith and biblical principles with important business skills that can be applied in a variety of settings.
Criminal Justice The courses in this program provide foundational knowledge of the criminal justice system, preparing students for entry-level roles like police officer and emergency management specialist. General Studies The courses in this program provide students looking to enter the workforce directly after graduation, and wanting a robust set of skills relevant to a wide variety of career fields.
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