The Division of Academic Affairs is the nucleus of the academic enterprise at Edward Waters College and offers high-quality baccalaureate degree programs. In an academically challenging, student-centered environment, the Division of Academic Affairs provides rigorous and relevant undergraduate programs that incorporate intellectually stimulating curricula, problem-based and active learning, effective teaching strategies, academic technology, experiential learning opportunities, and diverse instructional delivery systems.
Through ongoing faculty development, the Division promotes a culture that nourishes and supports research activities, excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. The Division endeavors to produce graduates who are well-prepared academically and who possess high levels of competence in critical thinking, verbal and written communication, mathematical computation, financial literacy, technology, global awareness, and life skills. Accordingly, the Division seeks to develop within each student a commitment to excellence, service, and ethical values and to prepare students with the breadth and depth of knowledge that will empower them to be competitive in a global market.
Edward Waters College’s HBCU Journal On Research Initiatives is published twice per year in January and August by Edward Waters College, care of Dr. Monique L. Akassi, Chief Editor 1658 Kings Road Jacksonville, Florida 32209.Subscriptions and copies can be purchased via online, bookstores, and/or via email at M.Akassi@ewc.edu. Single copies are available as an annual subscription and can also be obtained. Allprofits will go towards the annual academicconference on HBCU Conference on UndergraduateResearch Initiatives.Edward Waters College’s Call for Manuscripts:Edward Waters College’s HBCU Journal On Research Initiatives is an interdisciplinary peer reviewed referee journal with an emphasis on research initiatives in Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the disciplines.
Edward Waters College’s Undergraduate Journal on Research Across The Disciplines is an interdisciplinary refereed journal with an emphasis on research across the disciplines. Select writings are reviewed by a peer reviewed editorial staff, which selects the best critical articles among the genres in research across the disciplines by scholars on a local, national, and international colleges and universities. Manuscripts are accepted throughout the year but must be received before the May and December publication release dates. Manuscripts can be in the Modern Language Association standard document style or the American Psychological Association (APA) format, and should not exceed 25 pages in length—not including tables, graphs, figures, and references—and typed double spaced in 12 point font Times New Roman. However, exceptions may be made for stellar quality. Submissions can be submitted for publication consideration to Dr. Monique L. Akassi at M.Akassi@ewc.edu as an attachment. Manuscripts should be original and not submitted to other journals. Manuscripts should include a short bio, cover letter, and contact information.
The Edward Waters College Emergency Management Team continues to closely monitor Hurricane Dorian, which is expected to be a Category 4 hurricane upon landfall in Florida.
Due to the easterly trajectory of the storm and its current speed, it has been determined that movement of the remaining on-campus students from their residence halls to the JWJ facility will not occur until further notice. Cafeteria hours will operate regular weekend hours on Sunday, September 1st and adjusted hours for Monday, September 2nd. Brunch will be from 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. and dinner will be from 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.
Be advised, you will receive official communication from the College via email, social media, the EWC Website, and Tiger Alert throughout the duration of the storm. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and update you accordingly.
The Mission of Residence Life and Housing is to provide a living learning experience that that supports all residential EWC students. We strive to create a safe wholesome living and learning environment that is conducive to the overall development of our students that aids in their academic success, leadership development, positive decision making and responsible citizenship. Services are provided to our students in a friendly, courteous and efficient manner which helps to promote academic success.
Mr. Quentin McBeth
Assistant Director of Housing Operations
904-470-8870
August 16, 2019 10:00am Milne Auditorium
*All incoming Freshmen students are mandated to be in attendance for this occasion. Freshmen female attire is black skirts and white blouse. Male Freshmen attire is black dress pants, white collar shirt and neck tie.
Business Accreditation
Jacksonville, Fla. – Edward Waters College is proud to announce that the Department of Business Administration has been granted the highly esteemed International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) accreditation — a nationally and internationally based accreditation. The Department initiated a relationship with IACBE through membership status. Over the years, the EWC Department of Business Administration has proven itself worthy of this highly sought after status.
“The Department of Business Administration strives to prepare our students for responsible positions in business, industrial, and government entities. This accreditation signifies that we are training our students beyond the basic standards. In addition, we are training our students to be confident, competent, ethical, and responsible business managers and leaders in the today’s society,” said Dr. Francis Ikeokwu, chair of the business department at Edward Waters College. “We will continue to apply our students and push them as they develop and graduate from our program and the College.”
According to their Web site, the IACBE’s accreditation principles are designed to promote and stimulate excellence in business education, and each accreditation principle is linked to one or more characteristics of excellence in business education. IACBE accreditation signifies that the business curriculum and co-curricular experiences provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to function effectively in business and industry. For more information on IACBE visit http://www.iacbe.org.
Edward Waters College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) located at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, USA.
