March 27 marked another advancement in the partnership between Butler Community College and Wichita State University. A total of 17 articulation agreements were signed at Butler’s Andover 5000 Building in the company of Butler and WSU administration and faculty.

“I think this is simply an opportunity to celebrate the partnerships we have. We’ve always had long standing partnerships with WSU and I think this just strengthens them even more and creates additional wonderful opportunities and pathways for our students,” said Kim Krull, Butler president.

Pathway creation was a topic highlighted by members of both institutions. Creating multiple avenues for students to excel and succeed is the ultimate goal. No matter if the student attends Butler or WSU, the objective is to see students attain their dreams by a venue that is most feasible for them.

The articulation agreements create a seamless transfer from Butler to WSU and outlines the complete two-year curriculum at each institution.

“As a first-generation college student who started at a community college, I know the value of these transfer and articulation agreements, and they can lead a student to something bigger and better than they ever thought they were able of accomplishing,” said Lori Winningham, Butler vice president of academics.

Transfer students are a valuable asset to WSU as WSU holds the title of being the top college in the state for students who wish to continue their education after a two-year institution.

“We are the number one transfer destination for all students in the state of Kansas – eight years running – and our biggest transfer partner is Butler,” said Richard Muma, WSU provost and acting president.

College of Applied Studies
Exercise Science
Early Childhood Unified/Elementary Education
Elementary Education, K-6

College of Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering

Fairmount College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
English
History
Homeland Security
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology

College of Health Professions
Public Health Science Health Management

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Butler Community College, an Aspen Institute Top 150 U.S. Community College with nearly 9,000 students, offers nearly 85 degree programs and 30 professional certification programs. The college’s main campus is in El Dorado, but it has centers in five other communities. For more information about Butler, visit www.butlercc.edu, on Facebook and Twitter (@butlercc)