Rich Talk With The Richardson Chamber

Dr. Eggleston talks about her background in nursing and how she finally ended up with a Ph.D. in Organizational Development.She talks about how the school has responded to the covid pandemic. The school has 1000 more students this year compared to the last, but 10% fewer contact hours, as students deal with home issues or international students have been prevented from returning. Except for labs, all instruction is taking place online and instructors are encouraged to stay at home. However, it has shown how many students do not have access to a laptop or broadband. Forty percent of the Dallas population does not have access to broadband, which has been 'sobering.'With the unification of the campus and forming Dallas College, has led to more unity within the campuses and helping students get their degree though attending different campuses.They system can now offer its first bachelor degree in early childhood education, and could grow to include applied science and nursing (considered high demand are