EACC sees increases in enrollment; reflected by higher numbers statewide

Crayon time

Tuesday, February 2 2010

Crayon time

It may be too chilly and wet to play outside, but all many kids need is a crayon and a piece of paper. Three-year-old Kérston Melton has fun at a local day care. Photo by David Nichol.

A recent report that college enrollment in Arkansas has increased some 6 percent this school year is borne out locally.

According to Dr. Jeff Watson, vice president for Academic Affairs at East Arkansas Community College, the enrollment locally...