Texarkana College and East Texas A&M University Expand Student Transfer Pathways
Texarkana, TX- Texarkana College and East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) formalized a new academic partnership Wednesday with the signing of a Transfer Agreement Memorandum of Understanding designed to expand educational pathways for students across the region.
The signing ceremony was held at 1 p.m. in the Dr. James Henry Russell STEM Complex Atrium on the Texarkana College campus and featured remarks from Dr. Jason Smith, president of Texarkana College, and Dr. Mark J. Rudin, president of East Texas A&M University.
A New Transfer Pathway for Regional Students
The agreement establishes a streamlined transfer pathway that allows Texarkana College students to transition more efficiently into bachelor’s degree programs at East Texas A&M University. Leaders from both institutions emphasized the importance of collaboration in providing students with clear, affordable routes to four-year degrees while supporting workforce and regional economic needs.
An overview of the agreement was presented by Dr. Dixon Boyles, vice president of instruction at Texarkana College, who highlighted the MOU’s focus on academic advising, degree completion, and transfer success.
Faculty, staff, and community supporters attended the event in celebration of the strengthened collaboration, which reflects a shared commitment to student success and long-term regional growth.
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About East Texas A&M University
East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) is a Carnegie-classified R2 research institution serving nearly 13,000 students through more than 140 academic degree programs. Located 60 miles northeast of Dallas, ETAMU ranks No. 5 in Texas and among the top 20% nationally for online bachelor’s programs and is a proud NCAA Division I university focused on student success.
About Texarkana College
Established in 1927, Texarkana College is a public community college serving Northeast Texas. Known for strong student outcomes and workforce partnerships, Texarkana College provides associate degrees, technical training, and continuing education that support regional workforce development, economic vitality and student achievement.
