Degree Partnership Summit Conference Oregon State University May 18 - 19, 2006

1. Degree Partnership Summit Conference Oregon State University May 18 - 19, 2006

2. “Building Partnerships in Michigan: Bridges, Bumps and Battles - Macomb to Oakland” Ron Hughes/ Macomb College Steve Shablin/Oakland University May 18, 2006

3. Macomb County Facts & Figures • 482 Square miles • 825,000 residents (2004 estimate) • Population increased by 10% between 1990 and 2000 • Home to three of Michigan’s ten largest communities • Warren – 136,000 residents • Sterling Heights – 127,000 residents • Clinton Township – 95,000 residents

4. Macomb County Facts & Figures • Manufacturing is the leading industry employing over one-third of the workforce • Warren is the home of the General Motors Technical Center • Ford and Daimler Chrysler are also major employers as are automotive suppliers such as TRW, AZ Automotive, TI Automotive Systems, Dupont Automotive, Visteon and a host of others

5. Macomb County Facts & Figures • Only county of the 75 largest in the U.S. without a bachelor degree granting institution within its border • Only 17.6 percent of adults age 25 or above have completed four or more years of college • Permanent disappearance of many high-paying manufacturing jobs that had provided county residents with comfortable standard of living • Home to a thriving community college with a fall ’05 headcount exceeding 20,500 students taking 182,451 credit hours

6. Macomb Community College • Established in 1954 as South Macomb Community College • Became a county wide community college following voter approval of a one-mill tax levy in 1962 • 11th largest grantor of associate degrees in the United States • Fifth largest grantor of one-year certificates in the United States

7. Macomb Community College • Second largest Community College in Michigan • Largest grantor of associate degrees and one year certificates in Michigan • Offers 200 different degree and certificate programs • Multi campus system • Nationally accredited by NCA since 1970 • Three out of four college-bound seniors residing in Macomb County will attend Macomb Community College within five years of their high school graduation.

8. Macomb University Center (Concept) • Fiscal constraints and other factors prevented the creation of another state supported university in Macomb County during 1980’s • Legal and financial implications prevented MCC from evolving into a four year college • MCC knew the county, its residents and their needs better than any other entity that might conceivably undertake that endeavor

9. Macomb University Center (Concept) • MCC had a historic role as the sole provider of post secondary education in the county • MCC could ensure that senior institutions offering bachelor degree completion programs would do so in a coordinated fashion • Local pride in and support of MCC made it the most logical entity to solicit taxpayer support for this effort

10. Macomb University Center Created • November 1988 • Voters approved special millage to support program • MCC to act as facilitator • Point to the success of pilot programs • Bachelor’s Degree Partnership Program

11. Developing the Bachelor’s Degree Partnership • Partners would not offer lower division courses • Partners would eventually eliminate their extension center offerings in Macomb County and transfer those courses/programs to the Macomb site • Partners would offer all of the upper division courses necessary to complete a bachelor’s degree at the Macomb site • Partners would acknowledge that the associate degree would serve as the primary foundation for bachelor’s programs offered at the Macomb site

12. Developing the • Bachelor’s Degree Partnership • Partners would be willing to offer relevant support services • Partners would consider graduate level offerings • Partners would be willing to sign an agreement signifying their commitment to the partnership • Partners would retain complete control over the academic elements of their programs • MCC would provide facilities, equipment and key support staff

13. The Partners • Wayne State University * • Oakland University * • Central Michigan University * • Walsh College * • University of Detroit Mercy * • University of Michigan • Ferris State University • Rochester College • Lawrence Technological University

14. Oakland University • Founded in 1957 • Initially Named Michigan State University- Oakland • Changed to Oakland University in 1963 • Granted autonomy in 1970

15. Oakland University • One of the 15 public universities • Located in the city of Rochester, Oakland County • Fall 2005 Headcount—17,339 • 50% of students from Oakland County • 30% of students from Macomb County • 114 baccalaureate programs • 87 graduate degree and certificate programs • Sungard BANNER client • Golden Grizzlies

16. The Programs Oakland University • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science • Bachelor of Science in Computer, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering • Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Development • Bachelor of Arts in Communication • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety • Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

17. The ProgramsOakland University • Master of Arts in Teaching, Reading & Language Arts • Master of Arts in Counseling • Master of Business Administration (Weekend Courses) • Master of Training and Development • Master of Education in Educational Studies • Master of Science in Nursing: RN to MSN track • Master of Science in Nursing Education

19. The Facilities University Place • Two Floors Totaling 70,000 square feet • Twelve Classrooms • Two Computer Classrooms • A Computer Lab • A Lecture Hall With a 270 Student Capacity • A Quiet Study Area • A Library & Information Access Room • A Student Lounge • Offices for MCC and Partner Staff

20. The Facilities Engineering & Technology Center • Two Floors Totaling 54,000 square feet • Eleven Classrooms • Four Distance Learning Classrooms • Two Computer Classrooms • Nine Engineering Labs • Three Faculty Offices • A Student Lounge • A Quiet Study Area

21. The Facilities Center for Executive & Professional Development • One Floor Totaling 22,000 square feet • Assembly Hall • 350 seat capacity (theatre style) • 200 seat capacity for dining • Lecture Hall • 75 seats • Power and data outlets at each seat • Five Classrooms • A Distance Learning Classroom • Two Videoconference Rooms • Two Business Lounges with Modem, Computer & Telephone Access

22. University Center Continues to Prosper But the world as we know it is changing before our eyes!

23. College Graduation Rates 1980 - 2000 Source: Census Bureau

24. Governor’s Executive Order of June 2004/ Cherry Commission on Higher Education • Improve High School Preparation • Expand Postsecondary Participation • Increase Degree Completion • Maximize Economic Benefits

25. Policy Recommendations / Three Goals • Double the percentage of residents who attain postsecondary degrees or other credentials that link them to success in Michigan’s new economy • Improve the alignment of Michigan’s institutions of higher education with emerging employment opportunities • Build a dynamic workforce of employees who have the talents and skills needed for success in the 21st century

26. State of Michigan • Budget crisis continues in 2006 • Significant cuts in higher education, revenue sharing • Smallest state workforce since 1974 • Medicaid caseloads higher (27% growth), outpacing revenue growth • Tax structure based on manufacturing, while service sector is projected to grow faster

27. Long Term Budget Programs • Economic revenue outlook dependent upon domestic auto industry growth which is uncertain • Since 1999, there have been 250,00 manufacturing jobs lost • Direct auto employment losses account for over 90,000 • Michigan Income Tax receipts from non-salaried income dropped over $500 million in three years • Corrections now largest state program with over 30% of the state workforce and spending up 8%

28. Implications • Balancing budget with spending cuts will require structural changes likely affecting Medicaid and Corrections • Significant changes in state financial support for local government and higher education • Changes in tax policies as services play a greater role in Michigan economy as manufacturing shrinks

29. Current Status of Michigan Economy • 50th in Personal Income Growth • 50th in Unemployment Rate • 50th in Employment Growth • only State in U.S. with a decline • 50th in Index of Economic Momentum • Population, Personal Income and Employment

30. How to Get There from Here • Michigan is unique – no central coordinating higher education authority • Fifteen public four year universities with three constitutionally autonomous universities with elected boards and remaining having independent boards of control with members appointed by Governor • 28 independent community colleges

31. Oakland University Expands at Macomb Community College • Announcement at special presentation on August 30, 2005, at the University Center • Oakland University expands its presence at the University Center at MCC – dubbed OU at Macomb – where students will be able to “dual enroll” at MCC and Oakland University • “Dual Enrollment makes it easier to get a bachelor’s degree in Macomb County” – OU President Gary D. Russi“ • Our students in Macomb County and our future work force will be better for it” – Michigan Lt. Governor John Cherry

32. Next Logical Step – M2O The purpose of the Dual Enrollment/Dual Degree program is to increase the number of students who successfully complete both an Associate’s degree and a Baccalaureate degree. This goal is accomplished by allowing students to simultaneously earn credits toward both an associate’s degree and a baccalaureate degree, rather than requiring students to enroll separately for an associate’s degree, and then transfer their earned credits toward a baccalaureate degree. How did we get here from there?

33. M2O Progress to Date • Communication Plan • Admissions Application On-Line and Processes Defined • Financial Aid • Advising, Orientation and Program Guides • Course Data Exchange • Registration and Records • Resources and Budget

34. Target Fall 2006 • Goal to enroll 100 new students • Question of the hour – “Are there any show stoppers” • Answer of the day – “We may not have all the sophisticated pieces in place but we can make this program work.”

35. Thank You for Inviting Us!Ron Hughes/MCCSteve Shablin/OU“Partners Together in M2O” Special thanks to Dr. James Jacobs, Director, Center for Workforce Development and Policy, Macomb Community College for his data on status of State of Michigan and a special thanks to our colleagues at Macomb Community College and Oakland University who working to make M2O work.