ALEXANDRIA – LSUA and Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) have signed a comprehensive 2+2 MOU, creating a seamless pathway for BPCC students holding an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science to transfer directly into LSUA’s Bachelor of General Studies with a concentration in Disaster Science and Emergency Management.
Under the new agreement, students from BPCC who successfully complete their associate degree and meet LSUA’s admission requirements will be fully admitted into LSUA’s specialized disaster science program. After transferring up to 57 earned credit hours, students will complete an additional 63 hours at LSUA, fulfilling all requirements for the Bachelor of General Studies with a Disaster Science and Emergency Management Concentration. This clear, structured academic pathway supports students in achieving their educational and professional goals, addressing critical workforce needs in emergency management and disaster preparedness across Louisiana and beyond.
LSUA Chancellor Paul Coreil, Ph.D., said, “One thing LSUA and BPCC have in common is that we always try to meet our state’s workforce needs. No one questions the need for skilled workers in disaster management and recovery. This partnership reflects our shared hope to create more opportunities for Louisiana students to succeed while helping build a safer, more resilient state. By aligning our academic programs, we are investing in both education and public safety.”…