Kelley Coleman / Marla Kennedy

In this episode of the BankFirst Ranger Hour, host Gary Darby welcomes Kelley Coleman, an academic advisor and retention coach at Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC). Kelley shares her approach to advising students, offering insights into how the Advising and Retention Center (ARC) supports student success by helping them stay on track academically.Later, Marla Kennedy, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) counselor, highlights key programs, including the Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology program based in Batesville. Marla provides valuable information about the opportunities available for students interested in technical careers and workforce development.📢 Keywords: Northwest Mississippi Community College, NWCC Advising and Retention Center, Kelley Coleman, Marla Kennedy, CTE programs, Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology, Batesville, student advising, academic success, career and technical education, BankFirst Ranger Hour, workforce development