MTSU and Blackman High School signed an agreement Tuesday at Blackman’s campus for MTSU to become a partner in Blackman’s new Collegiate Academy. The agreement will allow Blackman juniors and seniors who meet eligibility standards to take up to six hours of university courses at no cost to students. Pictured from left to right are Ken Reed, a Blackman assistant principal and dean of the new academy; Dr. Brad Bartel, MTSU provost; MTSU President Sidney A. McPhee; Blackman High School Principal Leisa Justus; Don Odom, director of Rutherford County Schools; and Christine Bryan, a Blackman counselor. (MTSU photo by J. Intintoli)