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Spotlight on Higher Education in Pike, Barbour, and Bullock Counties

Educational opportunities in Pike, Barbour, and Bullock counties are thriving, with notable contributions from Troy University and Wallace Community College – Sparks Campus.

Spotlight on Higher Education in Pike, Barbour, and Bullock Counties

Troy University and Wallace Community College – Sparks Campus offer educational services to students in Pike, Barbour, and Bullock counties. Established in 1887, Troy University is now an international institution with campuses in Troy, Dothan, Montgomery, and Phenix City. The university serves approximately 14,000 students from over 65 countries. It currently offers more than 170 undergraduate majors and has recently added doctoral programs in nursing practice, sports management, and global leadership, following approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education.

Troy University Achievements

The Sorrell College of Business at Troy University has reaffirmed its accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing its programs among the elite in global business education. Additionally, Troy University maintains partnerships with over 100 institutions worldwide, enhancing international collaborative opportunities.

Wallace Community College – Sparks Campus

The Wallace Community College – Sparks Campus serves around 4,010 students, offering programs that focus on technology, criminal justice, and entrepreneurship. In response to the evolving job market, the college provides training for careers in industrial systems technology and healthcare. Wallace is particularly recognized for its nursing and allied health programs, as well as for its partnerships that contribute to workforce development.

Recent Developments

Recent developments at Troy University include new construction projects aimed at expanding health sciences and polymer chemistry research facilities, with a specific focus on innovations for recycling plastics. Both institutions continue to address educational needs and expand opportunities for students and their communities, thereby contributing to the region’s economic landscape.

This article appears in the September 2024 issue of Business Alabama.

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