April 15, 2026
Tallahassee State College (TSC) has been named a 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges (MPPWCC) award winner, a national honor recognizing excellence in workplace culture and employee engagement. This marks the sixth time the College has received this recognition, with previous honors in 2015, 2017, 2019, 2022, and 2025.
Presented by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) in partnership with The EduLedger, the award highlights colleges that excel in recruiting and retaining faculty and staff, fostering supportive work environments, and strengthening community engagement.
“This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to building a workplace where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed,” said Dr. Jim Murdaugh, President of TSC. “At TSC, we know that investing in our people strengthens our institution and enhances the success of our students.”
TSC will be recognized at the NISOD Conference: Advancing Community College Student Engagement (ACCSE), held May 23–26 in Austin, Texas, where higher education leaders gather to share best practices in student success.
Since 2014, the MPPWCC program has honored institutions that embed belonging into their campus culture through strong leadership, positive workplace climate, and meaningful professional development. These efforts support employee success and contribute to improved student outcomes.