Dr. Emily Davis, director at the Advising and Retention Center (ARC) at Northwest Mississippi Community College, joins the Bank First Ranger Hour to break down everything students and families need to know about spring 2026 enrollment. She explains how ARC supports student success from day one to graduation through personalized academic plans, transfer guidance, and proactive outreach when students struggle with attendance or coursework. Dr. Davis walks listeners through how to register for spring classes—whether in person, by phone, or via Zoom—and outlines key dates for open registration, online and in-person course start dates, required documents like transcripts, and steps for applying for financial aid. Her segment emphasizes convenience for traditional students, adult learners, and working professionals who need flexible advising options.
Head women’s soccer coach James Beattie highlights the remarkable run of the Northwest Mississippi Community College women’s soccer program, the defending NJCAA Division II national champions and three-time Region 23 title winners. He discusses how his team balances elite performance on the field with excellence in the classroom, including earning academic team of the year honors across all junior colleges. Coach Beattie shares insight into the culture of competitiveness and resilience that has carried the Rangers to a 17-1-1 season despite multiple season-ending injuries, as they head to Wichita, Kansas, as the No. 2 seed in the national tournament. He also reflects on the strong support from Northwest’s administration and how that backing helps the program compete for championships year after year.
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