Published December 15, 2022
CAPTION: (L-R) Judge Elvis Stout, Hollie Boudreaux, Nell Calloway, Dr. Mark Arant,
Dr. Ronald Berry
MONROE, LA – ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ signed a memorandum of understanding with The Chennault
Aviation and Military Museum on December 9. ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ Provost and Vice President of Academic
Affairs Dr. Mark Arant and Chennault Museum President Nell Calloway spoke at the ceremony
announcing the agreement.ج
“This collaboration provides ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ students with vital service-learning experiences
in which they can increase their knowledge while advancing a local legacy,†said Arant.
“Our employers are looking for students that have practical experience and community
engagement.ج This opportunity combines those expectations into one great experience,â€
he added.جج
“This MOU will be a bridge to enhance the student learning process and drive recognition
of our historical milestones in aviation and military accomplishments,†said Calloway.
“As 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,†she said.جج
Collaborative projects described in the MOU include consultation on building projects
with the ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ Construction Management program, student picnics hosted at CAMM Aviation
Park, student internships, the collection of oral histories, and assisting with museum
curation. ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ students will also have the opportunity to volunteer at CAMM events
such as their annual air shows. There will also be ؛¬ذك²فتسئµ ROTC presence at CAMM events.جج
The agreement is established for five years, at which point it will be re-evaluated
and potentially renewed for an additional five years.جج
