Southeast Community College (southeast.edu) and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources are teaming up to prepare a trained workforce for Nebraska’s bioscience sector. The colleges signed an articulation agreement for an A to B (Associate to Bachelor’s) Academic Transfer Program, which will allow SCC students who complete an Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology to transfer 60 of the required 120 credit hours for the Biochemistry degree. This agreement takes effect with the Fall 2025 semester.
A degree in biochemistry prepares students for careers in agriculture, bioenergy, biomaterials and human health—all of which are critical Nebraska sectors. Graduates in biochemistry programs attend medical schools, conduct important research on the development of new biofuels and other bioproducts and much more.
“This program opens doors to many careers that are critical to Nebraska, and those opportunities are only going to grow,” said Don Becker, who leads UNL’s Biochemistry Department. “Nebraska is uniquely poised to become a leader in growing the nation’s bioeconomy, and a prepared and talented pipeline of biochemists will be essential to our state’s success.” “We are grateful to UNL Biochemistry for being the first department at the university to work through this process with us,” said Misty Wehling, SCC Biotechnology program co-director. “The articulation agreement will improve advising for students at both institutions and ensure degree completion in two additional years after transfer.”
This partnership will foster stronger connections between academia, industry and the local community, enhancing economic development for the state.
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