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Proposed JPPP could reshape Mississippi community colleges, President Ford says

The Jobs Promise Performance Program, or JPPP, could change how community colleges operate in Mississippi, President Ford said on the TigerTalk podcast.

On this week’s episode, Ford outlined the proposed program and discussed what it could mean for students, workforce training and higher education across the state, he said on the podcast.

Ford said Northeast is leading the conversation, preparing students for high-demand careers and helping shape the future of Mississippi’s workforce.

He also provided updates on athletics, academics and workforce development at Northeast. The episode is available at https://nemcctigertalk.simplecast.com/episodes/tigertalk-409-07-21-2026, the podcast listing says.

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Jon Ross Myers

Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com