The HCCTV Podcast Network: Recent Episodes
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Located in the fourth city in the country, Houston Community College (HCC) is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
In this episode, we take the stage with the AD players, discover paths to a new career from Houston City College’s Military Education Program, and get an update on SERVE.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Andy Pederson, MFA Director of Education and Theatre for Young Audiences A.D. Players
Robert L. Glover Interim Executive Director, Military Education Programs
Jay Coppock Founder/CEO SERVE
Jeff Pickard Chairman of the Board SERVE
Web Links: Veterans Voice website https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
AD Players https://www.adplayers.org/
Stay Tuned for Veterans https://staytunedforvets.org/
HCC Military Education Programs https://www.hccs.edu/military-education/
SERVE https://setexasheroes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/setexasheroes
#veterans #veteransvoice #ADPlayers #artstherapy #SERVE #defensejobs
In this episode, we start the new academic year off right, with financial coaching, information on scholarships and a look at financial hygiene.
Host: Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Guests: Shannell Foster Financial Coach
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/scholarships/
#financialcoach #financialaid #scholarships #financialliteracy
Only a couple of generations ago, most college students followed a traditional pattern, high school graduation followed by four years in college. But today’s workforce offers many more paths, and Houston City College is working to make sure its students get their education in a way that works for them.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Miguel Ramos, Ph. D. Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services
Marlon Anderson, Director of Advising, Student Engagement and Success
Daniel Dylla Director of instructional Initiatives
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/paying-for-college/connect-2-workforce-scholarship/
https://www.hccs.edu/campaigns/hcc-houston-reconnect-scholarship/
#nontraditionalstudent #finishyourdegree #workforce #retrain
In this episode, we get an update on Military Studies programs, including a STEM student research assistant program, new admission process for VICEROY, and plans for Fleet Week.
Host: Parrish Murphy
Guest: Robert Glover, Lt. Col USMC (Ret.) Interim Executive Director Military Education Programs
hccs.edu/military-education
#militarycareers #stemcareers #fleetweek
In this episode, we get an update from Consumer Arts and Sciences, with a focus on the new online Fashion Management and Merchandising program, and Culinary Arts A La Carte experience.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Andrea Bonner Chair Consumer Arts and Sciences Center of Excellence
Cheryl Whitaker Program Coordinator, Fashion Management and Merchandising
Chef Mariah Scott Full-Time Faculty, Culinary Arts
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/centers/consumer-arts--sciences/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/art--design/fashion--merchandising/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/public-safety-transportation--consumer-services/culinary-arts/
Social Media: @hcc_culinaryarts #ConsumerArts #FashionMerchandising #CulinaryArts
In this episode, we learn how veterans can access legal assistance, how military spouses can get help with transportation, and why a guitar cord can sometimes be a dose of healing!
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Rachel Gravlee Intake Assistant, Military and Veterans Unit Lone Star Legal Aid
Justin Coggins Chairman of the Board & Executive Director God’s Garage
Daryl Morrison, Col USAF (Ret). Music Therapy Program Stay Tuned for Veterans
Web Links: Veterans Voice website https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
Lone Star Legal Aid lonestarlegal.org
God’s Garage godsgarage.org
Stay Tuned for Vets staytunedforvets.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #legalaid
In this episode, we get an update on the Center of Excellence for Media, Visual and Performing Arts.
Host: Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Guests: Katherine Fields, MFA & MA TESOL, Dean, COE Media, Visual, & Performing Arts Chair, Art+Design Council
Jennifer Gardner Instructional Support Specialist for Performing Arts
Web Links: hccs.edu/centers/media-visual--performing-arts/ #visualarts #performingarts #mediaarts
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Evarist Akujobi Executive Producer, Co-Founder Love Chain Productions
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: July 22, 2025
On The Topic’s Financial Focus series, we bring you ideas for working more skillfully with your finances to live your best life, take care of your family and benefit your community. It's not quite August yet, but the store shelves are filled with back-to-school supplies. Whether you’re a new or returning student, we’ll look at how to make sure your finances are ready for the new academic year.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Janice Wheelwright-Griffin HCC Financial Coach
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
#financialcoaching #personalfinance #backtoschool
In this episode, we review happenings at HCC Libraries, including student contributions, resources on the go and what to expect in the fall!
Host: Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Guests: Mick Stafford, MLIS Executive Director, Library Services
Web Links: https://library.hccs.edu/home #library #onlineresources #streaming
In this episode, we discover health benefits through the VA, get artistic with Stay Tuned for Vets, and celebrate the Army’s 250th Birthday.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Cornelius Blackshear Transition Patient Advocate, DeBakey VA Medical Center
Amber Stroud Marketing Manager, Co-Founder Stay Tuned for Vets
Victor Ramirez Chief of Staff, VFW Post 8790 VFW National Legislative Committee Member
Web Links: Veterans Voice website https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center https://www.va.gov/houston-health-care/
Stay Tuned For Vets https://staytunedforvets.org/
VFW Post 8790 https://www.vfwpost8790.org/
HTX Army Celebration https://www.htxarmycelebration.org/
#veteransvoice #staytunedforvets #Armybirthday
In this episode, we get an update from VAST Academy, including a recap of the Spring semester, STEM Camps, and the latest from Employment Services.
Host: Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Guests: Derek Irvin, Ph.D. Program Director VAST Academy Central
Diane M. Watson STEM Camp Program Manager
Sandra Pierce Director of Employment Services, VAST Academy
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/departments/hcc-vast-academy/
#VAST #careerskills
In this episode, we look at empathy, and ways to hone this valuable soft skill.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communication
Guests: Genevieve Stevens, Ph.D. Associate Chair, Psychology
Melissa Miller-Waters, Ph.D. Director, Accreditation, Evaluation, and Planning, Curriculum & Compliance
Nicholas Cox, PhD Chair, History Department
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/social--behavioral-sciences/psychology/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/liberal-arts--humanities/english/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/liberal-arts--humanities/history/ #Empathy #History #Psychology
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Shearrard Thomas President & CEO, Signage One
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: May 27, 2025
On this episode of our continuing Topic, Financial Focus, we’re looking at investing in times of uncertainty with Christian Sellier, a retired Registered Investment Advisor.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Christian Sellier Registered Investment Advisor (Retired)
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/ #FinancialFocus #PersonalFinance #FinancialAdvice
In this episode, we look at three aspects of fitness for veterans: financial, mental and physical.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Chasity Wohlford Mental Health Peer Specialist/Veteran Navigator Easter Seals of Greater Houston
Dexter Davis Director of Support and Giving PTSD Foundation of America
Earl Lundy III Gym Manager Combined Arms Fitness Center
Web Links: Veterans Voice website https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
Easter Seals of Greater Houston https://eastersealshouston.org/
PTSD Foundation of America https://ptsdusa.org/
Combined Arms https://www.combinedarms.us/
#Veterans #PTSD #PersonalFinance
In this episode, we explore HCC’s English and Communications, including literature classes, virtual reality in speech offerings, and a recent Sign Language competition.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications
Guests: Erica Stevens, PhD Instructor, English
James Duvall, MA Professor, Speech Communications
Roxann Barrera-Coffman, M.Ed., CTD, ASLTA, BEI Basic Professor of American Sign Language and Interpreting & Transliterating
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/liberal-arts--humanities/english/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/liberal-arts--humanities/communications/ #English #Communications #ASL
Summer is upon us, and that means spending more time outside with family and friends. Whether you’re hanging out in the back yard or strolling through a local park, talented landscapers help make those spaces beautiful and healthy. In this episode, we discover how HCC contributes to landscaping in Houston, and the role grants have played in our efforts.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Mehmet Argin, Ph.D. Dean, Engineering Center of Excellence
Archie Galang Owner, Archie’s Garden Beds
Matthew Barahona Agricultural Science Academy Student
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/agricultural-sciences/
https://www.archiesgardenbeds.com/ #Landscaping #Agriculture
It's National Nurses Week. On today’s Topic, we’re celebrating HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences' nursing programs.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Lutricia Harrison, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC President, HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences
Nicole Townsend, DNP, MSN, Ed., RN, SANE-C, FNE Dean, Nursing ADN & LVN
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/
#NationalNursesWeek #Nursing #Healthcare
In this episode, we learn about Impact A Hero, explore veteran opportunities at HCC and learn how veterans can be leaders in civic responsibility.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Constance White Executive Director Impact a Hero
Robert L. Glover HCC Interim Executive Director of Military Education Programs
Juan Crawford, PhD Division Chair, Business, Real Estate, Marketing, Banking and Finance, Paralegal, Translation and Interpretation
Web Links: Veterans Voice website: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
Impact a Hero https://impactahero.org/
Combined Arms https://www.combinedarms.us/
HCC Military Education Programs https://www.hccs.edu/military-education/
State of Texas Voter Information https://www.votetexas.gov/
#Veterans #VeteransVoice #ImpactAHero #VeteranFamilies #VeteranJobs #CivicResponsibility #Voting
In this episode, we learn about a grant to the Commercial Truck Driving program that provides opportunities for veterans and their spouses to start a new career.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Martin Garsee Program Director – Transportation Commercial Truck Driving
Jafi Roskey Senior Manager of Military Programs Werner Enterprises
Matthew Ward Professional Driver Werner Enterprises
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/truck-driving/
https://www.werner.com/truck-driver-jobs/ #CareersForVets #Trucking #Veterans
In this episode, we explore banking basics with our partners at PrimeWay Federal Credit Union.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Michael Green VP of Business/Community Development and Governmental Affairs PrimeWay FCU
Erik Smith Branch Manager – Methodist Location PrimeWay FCU
Kelly Chaves Mortgage Sales Manager PrimeWay FCU
Web Links: primewayfcu.com #FinancialLiteracy
In this episode, we explore VICEROY Scholars, a program designed to prepare students for military and civilian cybersecurity careers in the defense sector.
Host: Todd Duplantis Director, HCCTV
Guests: Robert Glover HCC Interim Executive Director, Military Education Programs
Tim Thomas Chief Academic Officer, Griffiss Institute
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/military-education/
https://www.griffissinstitute.org/
https://www.viceroyscholars.org/ #VICEROY #cybersecurity #defensecareers
In this episode, we explore support for women veterans at Dress for Success, learn how Texas Veterans Network – Combined Arms makes finding the right help easier and discover new career paths for veterans with HCC’s Commercial Truck Driving program.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: LaGaydra Murphy Veteran Outreach Manager Dress for Success Houston
John Smith Southeast Regional Director Texas Veterans Network-Combined Arms
Martin Garsee Program Director – Transportation Commercial Truck Driving
Web Links: Veterans Voice website https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
Dress for Success Houston https://www.dfshouston.org/
Texas Veterans Network – Combined Arms https://www.combinedarms.us/texasveteransnetwork
HCC Commercial Truck Driving Program https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/truck-driving/
#dressforsuccess #texasveteransnetwork #careersforveterans
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Michelle McDaniel President & CEO Elite Image Professional Services
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: March 25, 2025
In this episode, we’re exploring the Bright Futures Summer Day Camp, a partnership between HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences and Prairie View A&M University’s Wellness in Houston Program.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services
Guests: Andi Atkinson Director of Communication Services Coleman College for Health Sciences
Ericka L. Abrams, MPH Project Manager II PVAMU Wellness in Houston
Web Links: To register 713-797-7015 WellnessHouston@pvamu.edu HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/ PVAMU Wellness in Houston https://www.pvamu.edu/cafnr/pwh/
#ColemanCollegeforHealthSciences #PVAMU #WellnessInHouston
In this episode, we discover how HCC’s VAST Academy provides programs and services that lead to credentials, employment and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Derek Irvin, PhD Program Director, VAST Central
Sandra Pierce, BS/CBTAC/WIP-C/JPC Director of Employment Servies- VAST
Madelyn Traylor, M.Ed Success Coach Workforce, VAST ACADEMY
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/departments/hcc-vast-academy/ #VAST #DevelopmentalDisabilities #Advocacy
In this episode, we examine the unique challenges women face with their finances, and resources to grow and protect your money.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Kelly Keith, LMSW Chief Program Officer The Women’s Resource.
Web Links: hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
https://thewomensresource.org/
#WomenandMoney #WomensFinances
In this episode, we explore Galveston County Crisis Support Team, SERVE and the American Red Cross.
Guests: Shari Forward Executive Director Galveston County CISM
Jay Coppock Executive Director South East Resource Veterans Effort (SERVE)
Jennifer Chavira Corporate Philanthropy Officer, Gulf Coast Texas Region American Red Cross
Veterans’ Voice website https://lnkd.in/g6d2bXXc
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) https://lnkd.in/edWYPYC
Galveston County CISM gccism.org
SERVE setexasheroes.com https://lnkd.in/gBz9BPDp
American Red Cross redcross.org
#veteransvoice #crisisintervention #mentalhealth
In this episode, we look at the slate of events for Career Week, March 17-21.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Filecha Lucas, M.Ed. Career Center Manager, Career Services
Stela Sallaku Business Developer – Career Services, Central Campus
Leslie Landrey, MS, GCDF Career Specialist, Career Planning and Job Placement Services
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/
https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/hcc-careerhub/
#CareerPlanning #ProfessionalWomen #ProfessionalDevelopment #AI #AiInTheWorkPlace
In this episode, we discover the world of Recreational Sports at HCC and highlight Esports and Club Sports.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Tiffany Lane Recreational Sports Director
Jose Verano Esports Assistant
Bella Bibbs Club Sports Assistant
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/recsports/ #RecreationalSports #RecSports #ESports
In this episode, we look at a grant funded project to develop content for Introductory, General and Organic Chemistry lab courses.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Remya Mohanraj, Ph.D. Faculty, Biology and OER Coordinator
Jing Sun, Ph.D. Faculty - Chemistry
Mario Rodriguez HCC Student
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/departments/resource-developmentgrants-office/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/chemistry/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/biology/
#grants #OER #chemistry
"Line By Line" delves into the Houston Community College Drama programs and checks out last semester's play productions.
In this episode, we recognize Heart Health Month with experts from HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences and learn how HCC encourages physical activity through Recreational Sports.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Lutricia Harrison, DNP President Coleman College for Health Sciences
Nicole Townsend, DNP Dean, Nursing & LVN Coleman College for Health Sciences
Tiffany Lane Program Director HCC Recreational Sports
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/
https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/recsports/
#hearthealthmonth #hearthealth #colemancollege #healthcarecareers #recsports #fitness
In this episode, Dr. Richard Simonds, Assistant Professor of Social Work and the Director of the Financial Coaching and Economic Stability Lab in the College of Public Service at the University of Houston-Downtown discusses how values, goals, and emotions play into financial health.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Richard Simonds, Ed.D Assistant Professor of Social Work University of Houston - Downtown
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/ https://www.uhd.edu/academics/public-service/center-public-service-community-research/financial-coaching-and-economic-stability-lab.aspx #economics #behavioraleconomics #financialliteracy #budgets #values #moneygoals
In this episode, we get outdoors with Heroes on the Water, learn about veteran specific mental health care at Family Service Center, and suit up for the civilian workforce with Career Gear Houston.
Guests: Neil Mullaney, Col (Ret) USFA CEI, Heroes on the Water
Kresenda R. Foreman, MCD Director of Community Relations Family Service Center
Jamay Schardien Executive Director Career Gear Houston
Web Links: Veterans Voice website: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS): hccs.edu/veterans
heroesonthewater.org
www.fscgal.org www.facebook.com/fscgalveston www.instagram.com/fscgalveston
careergearhouston.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #outdoors #careergear #mentalhealth
In this episode, we look at upcoming career fairs and learn about how to land and ace an internship.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Filecha Lucas, M.Ed. Career Services Manager
Michael Green VP Buisiness-Community Development & Governmental Affairs PrimeWay Credit Union
Anthony Randall Former IT Help Desk Intern Current HCC AI & Robotics Student
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/
https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/hcc-careerhub/
https://www.primewayfcu.com/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/artificial-intelligence/ #careerfair #interships
In this episode, we learn about respiratory illnesses and how to avoid them as we explore the Respiratory Therapy program at HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences.
Host: Daniel Scholl HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Herbert Jackson III, Ed.D., M.S., RRT RCP Program Director, Respiratory Therapy
Kalika Hocking Respiratory Therapy Student
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/respiratory-therapy/ #healthcarecareers #respiratorytherapy #respiratoryillness #stayinghealthy
In this episode, we set some New Year's resolutions to foster a spirit of giving with Boots for Troops, improve our communication skills with JSC Toastmasters and practice hospitality with Tunnel to Towers.
Host: Timothy Stroud
Guests: Jimmy Rogers President/CEO Boots for Troops
Jo Idoux Past District 56 Director Toastmasters
Kim De Lorenzo Manager, State and Local Government Affairs, Texas Tunnel to Towers Foundation
Web Links: Veterans Voice: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS): hccs.edu/veterans Boots for Troops Boots4Troops.org SailorJimmytx on IG SailorJimmy on Tik Tok Facebook.com/JimmyRogers34
Toastmasters: toastmasters.org JSC Toastmasters Club email: jsc.tm.club3116@gmail.com JSC Toastmasters Club website: http://3116.toastmastersclubs.org/ District 56 Toastmasters website: https://toastmastershouston.com/
Tunnel to Towers Website: https://t2t.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tunnel2Towers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TunnelToTowers
#veterans #veteransvoice #boots4troops #toastmasters #tunneltotowers
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Stacy Duke Owner Butler Business Products
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Dec. 17, 2024
Today is part of our continuing special Topic series called “Financial Focus.” It's December, and the holidays are fast approaching, as well as those dreaded New Year's Resolutions! We’re going to look at some ways to make the most of your finances during the holidays and start 2025 off right.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Janice Wheelwright-Griffin HCC Financial Coach
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
#financialcoaching #personalfinance #holidayspending #newyearsresolutions
In this episode, we find out how Mental Health America of Greater Houston assists veterans with a range of mental health concerns and provides resources for veterans in interactions with the criminal justice system. And, learn about OATH, Inc. connects service members and veterans with nature.
Guests: Kevin L. Penson Veterans Treatment Court Peer Services Coordinator Mental Health America of Greater Houston
Gary J. Bartels, Jr. Founder & Executive Director, OATH, Inc.
Web Links: Veterans Voice website: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS): hccs.edu/veterans
Mental Health America of Greater Houston: https://mhahouston.org/programs/veterans-behavioral/
https://community.veteransmentalhealth.texas.gov/
Outdoor Association for True Heroes: https://oathinc.org/
#veterans #veteransvoice #veteransmentalhealth #veteranscourt #veteransoutdoors
In this episode, we explore how to finish the semester strong! Learn how to get individualized tutoring, how to do effective research, and how to keep calm, cool and collected when stress hits!
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Amanda Guerrero Director, Instructional Support
Giselle Ayala, M.L.S. Public Services Librarian
Rocio Tharp MsEd, LMFT, LPC. Counselor, Central Campus
Web Links:
https://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/tutoring/
https://library.hccs.edu/home
https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/counseling/ #finals #research #tutoring #counseling #stressmanagement #WeAreHCC #realworldeducation #houstoncommunitycollege
In this episode, The Topic talks with Dr. Christina Robinson, HCC Executive Director of Work-Based Learning & Industry Partnerships, Talent Solutions and two apprenticeship students, Ty’Juana Woods and Anthony Garza. They describe the Gulf Coast Region Apprenticeship Summit going on at HCC’s West Houston Institute and the benefits of the apprenticeship program.
For more information about the Gulf Coast Region Apprenticeship Summit, please visit https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/gulf-coast-region-apprenticeship-hub/
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Helen Callier CEO, PermitUsNow
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: October 22, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Richard Simonds, Assistant Professor of Social Work and the Director of the Financial Coaching and Economic Stability Lab in the College of Public Service at the University of Houston-Downtown discusses the field of Behavioral Economics, and how we can use its concepts to improve our financial choices.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Richard Simonds, Ed.D Assistant Professor of Social Work University of Houston - Downtown
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/ https://www.uhd.edu/academics/public-service/center-public-service-community-research/financial-coaching-and-economic-stability-lab.aspx #economics #behavioraleconomics #financialliteracy
In this episode, we learn about the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA), have a cup of joe at The Coffee Connection and discover how military service led to entrepreneurial success.
Host: Timothy Stroud
Guests: Thomas Zampieri, Ph.D. Past NationalPresident Blinded Veterans Association (BVA)
Reverend Tim Franklin The Connection Church
Joshua Wathen CEO Triad InfoSec
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) bva.org
The Connection Church/Coffee Connection theconnectiontc.com coffeeconnectiontc.com
Joshua Wathen and Triad InfoSec https://www.triadinfosec.io/ linkedin.com/in/joshua-wathen
#veterans #veteransvoice #coffee #foodbank #entrepreneur #veteranownedbusiness #cybersecurity
The HCC "Innovation In Education" team visited the "Reality Collab" at Central College and talked with students, faculty and staff about the benefits to the students and the community at-large. It is an example of educational innovation at its finest incorporating AI, AR, VR and much more.
When you look your best, you often feel your best. In this episode we look at the Consumer Arts and Sciences Center of Excellence and learn how their graduates help people tap into that inner confidence and present their best selves to the world. We also explore a new collaboration with Stages theater.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guests: Tovia Singleterry, M.Ed. Full Time Faculty Consumer Arts & Sciences COE
Marcus Leonard Barber Instructor Consumer Arts & Sciences COE
Denise Hulett, MA, MLS Archivist HCC Fashion Archive
Eboni Bell Darcy Associate Artistic Director Stages
https://www.hccs.edu/centers/consumer-arts--sciences/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/public-safety-transportation--consumer-services/cosmetology/
To schedule complimentary lash services: tovia.singleterry@hccs.edu 713-718-7527
stageshouston.com
fashionarchive.hccs.edu #fashion #lashes #barber #cosmetology #StagesHouston
In the wake of hurricanes Helene and Milton, we’ve been hearing a lot about resiliency. And one vital part of that is emergency services, including 911. On today’s show we’re going to be looking at the work of dispatchers and seeing how HCC is helping meet the needs of communities both near and far.
Host: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Guests: Jessica Snead Lead Instructor HCC Public Safety Telecommunicator Program
Mia Broussard Adjunct Instructor HCC Public Safety Telecommunicator Program
Amy Stubblefield Current Student HCC Public Safety Telecommunicator Program
https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/public-safety-telecommunicator-911-dispatch/
#resilience #911 #emergencyservices #firstresponders
The Innovation In Education team lays out innovative pathways for college faculty and staff to provide students with the latest technological advances (including AI) needed to keep up with the ever-changing job market. Students enjoy the new learning processes and the success they have after graduating.
HCC’s Online College has the highest enrollment of the seven colleges within our system, and today we’ll be looking at resources to help students get the most out of their experience online, including online library resources, online tutoring and virtual student life.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services
Guests: Jerome Drain, Ph.D., MBA President, HCC Online and COE of Academics
Mick Stafford, MLS Executive Director, Library Services
Alex G. Kanakis, MLA Manager, HCC Upswing Online Tutoring
Jana Vise, M.Ed. Student Life Coordinator, Online College
hccs.edu/online https://library.hccs.edu/tutoring https://www.facebook.com/Houston-Community-College-Libraries-299554673394811/ https://twitter.com/HCCLibraries https://www.youtube.com/user/hccslibrarian?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.facebook.com/thehccstudentlife https://tinyurl.com/OnlineStudentLife https://www.facebook.com/thehccstudentlife
#onlinecollege #onlinelibrary #onlinetutoring #studentlife #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
In this episode, we learn about services provided by Harris County Veteran Services Department and Bay Area Turning Point.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: James Cabarrus, MPA Community Development Officer Harris County Veteran Services Dept.
Melissa Prentice Outreach, Education, and Prevention Director Bay Area Turning Point
Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
Harris County Veteran Services Dept. harrisvets.com
Bay Area Turning Point bayareaturningpoint.org
Facebook: @bayareaturningpoint Instagram: @bayareaturningpointinc
#veterans #veteransvoice #harrisvets #domesticviolence #sexualviolence
HCC’s Financial Aid office provides a wide range of ways for students to pay for their education. Work/Study is one opportunity made available to students, and the environments available for work/study students is more diverse than ever.
Host: Alex G. Kanakis, MLA Manager, HCC Upswing Online Tutoring
Guests: Cherylyn Jospeh, MAHS Financial Aid Work-Study Coordinator For District and Off Campus Organizations
Lakisha D. Hadley, MS, RN Faculty, Simulation Specialist Associate Degree Nursing
Frances De Castro Maria Administrative Assistant Student Services.
More and more retirees are choosing to age-in-place, staying in the community they know and love. New services and new career paths are opening to help seniors achieve that lifestyle. Today we’ll look at a few of those careers.
Host: Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Anima Smith, Occupational Therapist Registered, OTD Professor, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
Calvin Stewart Owner, The Tech Savvy Senior
Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Web Links: cdc.gov/steadi
tools.silversneakers.com https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/occupational-therapy-assistant/
https://thetechsavvysenior.org/
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology/
https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
bridgingapps.org
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/
#aginginplace #seniors #smarthome #onlinebank
Today is part of our continuing special Topic series called “Financial Focus.” Like many employers, HCC provides ways for employees to save for retirement. Today we’ll be talking about the options available to HCC faculty and staff. We’ll also discuss some do’s and don’ts, many of which are applicable to anyone who wants to be financially sound in retirement.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Janice Wheelwright-Griffin HCC Financial Coach
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
#financialcoaching #personalfinance #retirement #TRS #highereducationretirement
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Dietrich von Biedenfeld Executive Director of Procurement Operations Houston Community College
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: August 27, 2024
Houston Community College is always seeking better ways to serve our students. One tool in that effort is our Quality Enhancement Plan, or QEP. We’ll be taking a deep dive into the QEP today!
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Jeremy Estrella, MA Director, Quality Enhancement Plan Strategy, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness
Kimberly Koledoye, Ed.D. Program Coordinator, Integrated Reading and Writing Academic Student Success
Amanda Guerrero, MBA Director of Instructional Support Tutoring Services
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/accreditation/quality-enhancement-plan/ #QualityEnhancementPlan #QEP #MyHCCPathway
You may have heard the saying “everything old is new again.” Apprenticeships and other forms of work-based learning have been the norm through much of history. Today’s workforce is discovering the power of incorporating work-based learning into preparation for all sorts of careers.
Host: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Guests: Christina Robinson, Ed.D. Executive Director, Work Based Learning & Industry Partnerships, Talent Solutions
Yanet Joosten VP of Human Resources for Houston Fracht Group
Shari Carter Faculty Program Director Logistics and Global Supply Chain Management
#workbasedlearning #apprenticeships #logistics
Houston Community College has created several partnerships with other institutions to make it easier for students to earn bachelor’s degrees while starting close to home and saving some money as well. The latest of these partnerships is our Agriculture Academy, with Sam Houston State University.
Host: Todd Duplantis Director, HCCTV
Guests: Christopher Qualls Program Manager, Agriculture Academy
Shyam Nair, Ph.D. Assoc. Professor of Agribusiness Assistant Chair, School of Agricultural Sciences
Allyson Holder Graduate Research Assistant SHSU School of Agricultural Sciences
Web Links: hccs.edu/campaigns/agricultural-sciences-academy/
shsu.edu/agr
#Agriculture #Agribusiness #educationalpartnerships #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
Today’s show is all about the money! We’re looking at financial aid and some services the Financial Aid department offers that you might not know about.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Bianca Matlock, MBA Director, Financial Aid Operations
Cherylyn Joseph, MAHS District Work-Study Coordinator
Courtney Wilkes, MBA Financial Coach
Web Links: hccs.edu/financialaid
For Virtual Aid Services: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/j/84560280440#success #financialaid #financialcoaching #parentliaison #financialcoaching
In this episode, we join the Greyshirts of Team Rubicon, horse around with Rainbow of Hope and get back to school with HCC’s veterans’ services.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Juan Vargas Volunteer Team Rubicon
Ann Henderson Founder/Exec. Dir. Rainbow of Hope Texas
Daviana Tucker Equine Instructor and Trainer Rainbow of Hope Texas
Courtney Goudeau Coordinator, VMASS
Web Links: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice (https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/)
teamrubiconusa.org
Instagram: @teamrubicon
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teamrubicon
X: https://x.com/teamrubicon
rainbowofhopetexas.org
hccs.edu/veterans (https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/)
#veterans #veteransvoice #disasterrelief #volunteering #equinetherapy #veteranbenefits
When we talk about immersive technology, like Virtual Reality, many of us think about gaming. But immersive technology is having an impact on so many areas of our lives, including how we design and visualize our homes, our workplaces and any other spaces we inhabit.
Host: Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Jackie Barry, M.Arch. Full-time Faculty, Interior Design
David C. Euscher, M.Arch. Vice President, Interiors Studio Leader Corgan
Ruben Duran Director, Reality Collab HCC Innovation & Digital Strategies
Web Links: hccs.edu/interiordesign
corgan.com
#interiordesign #extendedreality #immersivetechnology
In this episode, we get the latest from Coleman College, including a new satellite campus, advice on how to get started toward your new healthcare career, and the in’s and out’s of the nursing program.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Lutricia Harrison, DNP,APRN, FNF-BC Interim President, Coleman College for Health Sciences
Jeff Gricar, Ed.D., CPhT, PhTR. Dean, Coleman College for Health Sciences
Bernadette M. Pollard PhD, DNP, MBA, MSN, BSN, NEA-BC, CENn Program Director, Associate’s Degree Nursing Program
For More Information: 713-718-COLE
hccs.edu/Coleman-Contacts - https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/helpful-contacts/
hccs.edu/health - https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/ #healthcareers #nursing #colemancollege #WeAreHCC #RealWorldEducation #HoustonCommunityCollege
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Tanaz Choudhury CEO & President TanChesGlobal Management, Inc.
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: July 23, 2024
In this episode, The Topic’s Darin Baskin talks with Houston Community College representatives about the wide range of student services offered at HCC, from financial aid to general counseling and many other support programs.
Host: Darin Baskin
Guests: Rima Adil. Ed.D. HCC Interim Vice Chancellor, Student Services
Chassity Holliman-Douglas, Ed.D. HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Special Programs & Success
Bruce Ware HCC Coordinator, Financial Aid Customer Service
Web Links: Dr. Rima Adil https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/academic-advising/
Dr. Chassity Holliman-Douglas HCC Cares website: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/counseling/hcc-cares/ Student Parent website: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/support-for-student-parents/ HCC.Cares@hccs.edu http://www.hccs.edu/fincoach
Bruce Ware https://www.hccs.edu/finaid
The Innovation In Education team explored college students food insecurities and how Houston Community College is supporting students, the Alief Hayes Early College high school students Earth Club ecosystem pond project, and the "Back to the Foodture" project at HCC.
In this episode, we’re going to talk about the recovery process after Hurricane Beryl and resources to make things easier.
Host: Montrose Cunningham Coordinator of Community Outreach Northwest College
Guests: Norma Perez, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer.
Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Christopher Smith, MA Faculty Tutor, English, Academic Success Center
Web Links: https://www.readyharris.org/ https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ https://lending.sba.gov/search-disaster/?disaster=TX-20016 https://disasteralliance.org/beryl/ https://catholiccharities.org/disaster/ hccs.edu/tutoring
#hurricaneberyl #disasterrecovery #diasterresources #avoidscams #tutoring
In this episode, we learn about resources for homeless veterans, how legislative advocacy for veterans works and how guitars can be instrumental in healing.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Carla N. Bokemper Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern The Warrior’s Refuge
Tom Zampieri Past President Blinded Veterans Association
Daryl Morrison Houston Chapter President Guitars for Vets
Web Links: Veterans’ Voice website hccs.edu/veteransvoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
info@thewarriorsrefuge.us
thewarriorsrefuge.us
bva.org
guitarsforvets.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #veteranadvocacy #warriorsrefuge #homelessveterans
If you’ve installed a video doorbell or bought a webcam to keep an eye on a new puppy, or even just asked your smart speaker to play your favorite podcast, you’ve dipped your toe into the world of smart building technology. In this episode, we’re going to explore how smart buildings can make life richer, easier and safer.
Host: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Guests: Walter “Matt” Adams Instructor/Program Coordinator, Electrical Technology & Smart Building Technology
Amanda Wildman Owner TruMedia Member, CEDIA Board of Directors
Brian Candido, M.Ed. Director of Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development Capital Idea
Web Links: hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology
trumediahome.com
facebook.com/TruMediaHome
cedia.org
capitalideahouston.org
#SmartBuilding #SmartHome #WomenInConstruction #Cedia #CapitalIdea #WeAreHCC
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Butch Herod, the Interim President of Central College, who brought along some representatives from three programs that have exciting things going here at HCC: Electrical Technology and Smart Building Technology; Consumer Arts and Sciences; and Architectural Design and Construction.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Edmund “Butch” Herod, Ph.D. President (Interim), Central College
Walter “Matt” Adams Program Coordinator/Instructor Electrical Technology & Smart Building Technology
Suzette M. Brimmer, B.S., MBA Dean, Consumer Arts and Sciences
Kris Asper Dean, Architectural Design and Construction
Web Links and Contacts: hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology hccs.edu/consumerarts Office of Consumer Arts Chairs, Andrea Bonner, andrea.bonner2@hccs.edu Cosmetology Chair, Shenesse Britton, shenesse.britton@hccs.edu hccs.edu/construction #construction #smarthome #cosmetology #fashion #culinary
In this episode, we preview upcoming events at the City of Houston, discover how military experience was the start of a life of service for one HCC staff member and learn about job services for veterans at Goodwill Houston.
Host: Timothy Stroud Host
Guests: LaShondra C. Jones, Ph.D. Director, Office of Veterans and Military Affairs City of Houston – Mayor’s Office
Barbara Ramirez, Ed.D., MBA Director, TRIO Upward Bound
Jose Meras Employment Specialist, VETS Program Goodwill Houston
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
HCC TRIO Upward Bound hccs.edu/support-services/upward-bound
Goodwill Houston Veterans Job Services goodwillhouston.org/jobs/job-career-services/for-veterans
#veterans #veteransvoice #HoustonMayorsOffice #womenveterans #jobplacement #UpwardBound
Running a college as large as HCC takes a lot of supplies, materials, and services provided by vendors. Today we’re going to talk about what vendors are and how being a vendor at HCC works. And we’ll meet a few of our vendors.
Host: Todd Duplantis Director, HCCTV
Guests: Ledrea Harden, MBA Supplier Analyst, Small Business Development Program, Procurement Operations.
George Cosakis Account Executive, Tejas Office Products
Greg Williams Honesty Construction Group
Web Links: hccs.edu/about-hcc/procurement
Procurement Operations/Small Business Development Program Presents: Breakfast Dates and Campus Locations- Finding Public Sector Procurement Opportunities and learn the benefits of Vendor Registration July 18, 2024 -9am-10:30am (Acres Homes Campus- Room: ACREHM 121) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training Procurement 101 with HCC July 25, 2024 -9am-10:30am (Eastside Campus- Angela Morales Room:102) https://hcc.idloom.events/procurement-101-with-hcc-sbdp-program-eastside-campus Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 1, 2024 - 9am-10:30am (Brays Oaks Campus-BRAYS Room204) https://hcc.idloom.events/learn-how-to-do-business-with-hcc-and-register-as-a-vendor-brays-oaks-campus Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 29,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Alief Hayes Campus – Auditorium C100) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-alief-hayes-campus Procurement 101 with HCC September 12,2024 -9am-10:30am (Southwest- Missouri City Campus -MOCC Room:226) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-missouri-city-campus Business over Breakfast with HCC Procurement and Small Business Development Program September 19, 2024 – 9am to 10:30am (District Campus Systems- SYS-2D01 Seminar A) https://hcc.idloom.events/business-over-breakfast-with-hcc-procurement-and-small-business-development-program Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor October 3,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Coleman Campus- Coleman Auditorium) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-Coleman Procurement Operations/Small Business Development Program Presents: Lunch and Learn Dates and Campus Locations- Lunch and Learn with HCC Procurement and Small Business Development Program August 22,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (West Loop Campus - Room: WLOP C108) https://hcc.idloom.events/lunch-and-learn-with-hcc-procurement-and-small-business-development-program
Learn how to do Business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 29,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Alief Hayes Campus – Auditorium C100) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-alief-hayes-campus Learn how to do Business with HCC and Register as a Vendor October 3,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Coleman Campus- Coleman Auditorium) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-Coleman tejasoffice.com
Hashtags: #smallbusiness #vendors
Running a college as large as HCC takes a lot of supplies, materials, and services provided by vendors. Today we’re going to talk about what vendors are and how being a vendor at HCC works. And we’ll meet a few of our vendors.
Host: Todd Duplantis Director, HCCTV
Guests: Ledrea Harden, MBA Supplier Analyst, Small Business Development Program, Procurement Operations.
George Cosakis Account Executive, Tejas Office Products
Greg Williams Honesty Construction Group
Web Links: hccs.edu/about-hcc/procurement
Procurement Operations/Small Business Development Program Presents: Breakfast Dates and Campus Locations- Finding Public Sector Procurement Opportunities and learn the benefits of Vendor Registration July 18, 2024 -9am-10:30am (Acres Homes Campus- Room: ACREHM 121) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training Procurement 101 with HCC July 25, 2024 -9am-10:30am (Eastside Campus- Angela Morales Room:102) https://hcc.idloom.events/procurement-101-with-hcc-sbdp-program-eastside-campus Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 1, 2024 - 9am-10:30am (Brays Oaks Campus-BRAYS Room204) https://hcc.idloom.events/learn-how-to-do-business-with-hcc-and-register-as-a-vendor-brays-oaks-campus Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 29,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Alief Hayes Campus – Auditorium C100) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-alief-hayes-campus Procurement 101 with HCC September 12,2024 -9am-10:30am (Southwest- Missouri City Campus -MOCC Room:226) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-missouri-city-campus Business over Breakfast with HCC Procurement and Small Business Development Program September 19, 2024 – 9am to 10:30am (District Campus Systems- SYS-2D01 Seminar A) https://hcc.idloom.events/business-over-breakfast-with-hcc-procurement-and-small-business-development-program Learn how to do business with HCC and Register as a Vendor October 3,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Coleman Campus- Coleman Auditorium) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-Coleman Procurement Operations/Small Business Development Program Presents: Lunch and Learn Dates and Campus Locations- Lunch and Learn with HCC Procurement and Small Business Development Program August 22,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (West Loop Campus - Room: WLOP C108) https://hcc.idloom.events/lunch-and-learn-with-hcc-procurement-and-small-business-development-program
Learn how to do Business with HCC and Register as a Vendor August 29,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Alief Hayes Campus – Auditorium C100) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-alief-hayes-campus Learn how to do Business with HCC and Register as a Vendor October 3,2024 – 12pm to 2pm (Coleman Campus- Coleman Auditorium) https://hcc.idloom.events/small-business-development-program-district-vendor-training-Coleman tejasoffice.com
Hashtags: #smallbusiness #vendors
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We’re capping off HCC’s celebration by getting perspectives from members of our own campus community.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services
Guests: Annie Tsui, M.Ed. Dean, College Readiness
Hoa Chung Supplemental Instructor, ASL Interpreting
Zen Zheng, M.A. Director of Communications, HCC Southwest
#AAPI
The HCC "Innovation In Education" team talked to a variety of people about sustainability and what we are doing here in Houston in higher education. Some innovative teaching and learning techniques are taking place in many ways including an English class that uses gardening activities to gain a deeper understanding of English literature.
Since 2013, Houston Community College has hosted the Houston Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), part of a national network to grow existing business for the health and vibrancy of our economy. Today we’re learning about an upcoming event recognizing some of the successes of the organization.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Marshette Turner Ray Director, Houston MBDA
Gregg T. Reyes President & CEO Reytec Construction Resources, Inc.
Indria Hollingsworth-Thomas JE Dunn Construction
For More Information: (713) 718-8974 hccs.edu/MBDA
raytec.com
jedunn.com #MBDA #HoustonMBDA #MBDAgala #businessdevelopment
In this edition, we’re exploring programs in our Architectural Design and Construction Center of Excellence.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services
Guests: Sergii Pyrog, MS-Engineering Program Coordinator, Drafting and Design Engineering Technology
Fred Chalk Instructor, Industrial Electricity
Cheryl Pleasant Instructor, HVAC and Refrigeration
hccs.edu/construction https://www.hccs.edu/centers/architectural-design--construction/
#constructioncareers #design #architecturaldesign #HVAC #electricalcareers #WeAreHCC
The "Innovation In Education" team looks into the important role that Artificial intelligence is playing in innovative projects to help students in higher education. AWS and other corporations are helping HCC lead the way.
In this episode, we go fishing with the Veterans Summer Slam, meet HCC's newest Communications Director and get creative with Stay Tuned.
Host: Tim Stroud
Guests: Cass Coroiescu Founder & Fleet Captain, Veterans Summer Slam
Donald Sparks, MA Communications Director, HCC Central
Rod Thornton Stay Tuned
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
facebook.com/angelcomics
veteranssummerslam.com
staytunedforveterans.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #fishing #comics #staytuned
Today is the first episode of a special Topic series called “Financial Focus.” Every other month, we’ll be bringing you ideas for working more skillfully with your finances to live your best life, take care of your family and benefit your community.
HCC serves a wide range of students of all ages and each generation has its unique challenges. We’ll talk about those today with Chris Hensley, a Financial Advisor, and President and CEO of Houston First Financial Group.
Host: Daniel Scholl, MA HCC Financial Coach
Guest: Chris Hensley Financial Advisor, President, CEO Houston First Financial Group
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/financial-literacy-for-students/
#financialcoaching #personalfinance #boomers #GenX #millenials #GenZ #debt #homeownership #retirement
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Susan Repka Co-Founder, B2G Victory
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: April 23, 2024
HCC’s Resource Development – Innovation Grants department partners with faculty and staff to secure and monitor grants from federal, state and local government. Here on The Topic, we are proud to profile some of the programs and initiatives that grants make possible.
First generation college students face a unique set of challenges. HCC is reaching out to high school students who will be the first in their family to attend college through a program called Upward Bound.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Barbara Ramirez, Ed.D. Director, Trio Upward Bound, Southeast Campus
Aaron Rivera HCC Alumnus
Josue Lindsey HCC Alumnus https://www.hccs.edu/locations/southeast-college/upward-bound-southeast-campus/
#dualcredit #upwardbound #firstgenerationcollegestudent #WeAreHCC #RealWorldEducation
Summer may seem far away, but it will be here before you know it. Houston Community College is hosting a Manufacturing Summer Camp through a grant from the Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Foundation. We’re joined by Alberto Urbina, Dean of the Smart Manufacturing Center of Excellence, Ed Dernulc, Director of NBT Foundation, Amanda Field, with Auredia’s Strategic Business Development & Community Partnerships, and Jonathan and Joseph Heath, past participants in the summer camp program.
Host: Todd Duplantis Director, HCCTV
Guests: Alberto Urbina, M.Ed. Dean, Material Science and Smart Manufacturing Center of Excellence
Ed Dernulc, MBA Director, Foundation of Nuts, Bolts, & Thingamajigs
Amanda Field Strategic Business Development & Community Partnerships, Auredia
Jonathan Heath Participant, HCC Manufacturing Summer Camp
Joseph Heath Participant, HCC Manufacturing Summer Camp
Web Links: hccs.edu/centers/material-science--smart-manufacturing
nbtfoundation.org
auredia.com
Instagram.com/letsmakeithere #manufacturing #stem #summercamps #WeAreHCC
The "Innovation In Education" team at Houston Community College is looking into how education is moving forward to help students achieve their career goals. This episode covers "Space Workforce 2030" and "Inventathon at HCC." Check out what's new in educating our workforce and our nation.
We are surrounded by digital information from the moment we wake up to when we go to bed at night. Our entertainment, information, economic transactions, and interpersonal communication often take place on digital platforms. This has created whole new career paths. In this episode, we explore HCC’s Digital Communication, Digital Gaming & Simulation program, and talk with one of its industry partners. Hosts: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education Guests: André Hermann, MFA Department Chair, Digital Communication, Digital Gaming & Simulation Josh Bankston Partner/Solutions Architect MACE Virtual Labs Web Links: hccs.edu/digitalcommunication https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/art--design/digital-communication/
MaceVL.com #digitalcommunication #virtualreality #extendedreality
In this episode, we explore what’s on at the Center of Excellence for Media, Visual & Performing Arts.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Jennifer Gardner, BA Instructional Support Specialist, Media, Visual, and Performing Arts
Colleen Reilly, PhD Dean, Center of Excellence for Media, Visual, and Performing Arts
Web Links: hccs.edu/arts https://www.hccs.edu/centers/media-visual--performing-arts/
https://www.flow.page/hccvirtualartscenter #arts #performingarts #drama #dance #music
In this episode, we learn about a group that lives to SERVE, resources for women veterans and a place for healing from PTSD.
Host: Timothy Stroud
Guests: Jay Coppock Chief Operations Officer, SERVE
Tina Eldridge, SHRM-SCP Development Associate VISTA
David Maulsby Executive Director of Support and Giving, PTSD Foundation of America
Web Links, Social Media, and Emails: info@setexasheroes.com setexasheroes.com
campshield.org/ linktr.ee/campshield info@campshield.org
ptsdusa.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #womenveterans #veteranresources #ptsd
In this episode, we talk about the value of apprenticeships for both students and companies.
Host: Daniel Scholl Financial Coach
Guests: Shamyia Henderson Business and Community Outreach Coordinator Work-Based Learning and Industry Partnerships
Maria Darby Chief Operating Officer Dwyer Workforce Development
Collin Kinstley Human Resources Trainer JAS Worldwide
hccs.edu/apprenticeship https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/gulf-coast-region-apprenticeship-hub/
#WeAreHCC #apprenticeships
In this episode, we learn about VA caregiver resources, a launch pad for veterans and how behavioral health contributes to veteran success.
Host: Timothy Stroud
Guests: Quindola Crowley, Ph.D., LISCW, BCD Chief, Social Work Service
Deirdre Gilbert, MEd Office Administrator The Houston Launch Pad
Valerie Kim James CEO/Founder VAST Texas
Web Links: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
hccs.edu/veterans https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
socialwork.va.gov houstonlaunchpad.com vasttx.org
Social Media: FB@thehoustonlaunchpad facebook.com/VASTTexas linkedin.com/in/vasttx
#veterans #veteransvoice #caregiverresources #homelessveterans #incarceratedveterans #mentalhealthresources
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Shurronda Murray Outreach Manager, Metro
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Feb. 27, 2024
Resilience is a buzzword that appears in just about every discussion of employment today. In today’s episode, we’re going to look at some ways Houston Community College is helping students respond rapidly to changing market demands.
Hosts: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Michael Webster, PhD Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
Rosalinda Garza, MSPT Director, Continuing Education Healthcare Programs
April Felton, MBA Director, Digital and Information Technology Continuing Education
Joseph Fleishman, Ed.D. Associate Dean, Workforce Center of Excellence
Web Links: hccs.edu/fasttrack
https://www.hccs.edu/centers/health-sciences/
hccs.edu/digital
#resilience #continuingeducation #reskilling #certificates #healthcarecareers #AI
In this edition, we’re taking the pulse of Coleman College for Health Sciences, bringing you up to date on the latest programs, initiatives and accomplishments.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Jeff Gricar, Ed.D., CPhT, PhTR Dean, Coleman College for Health Sciences
Michele Voigt, DHSc, MPA, PTA Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director
Web Links: hccs.edu/health #healthcarecareers #HoustonCommunityCollege #WeAreHCC
HCC’s Resource Development – Innovation Grants department supports HCC’s mission by securing and monitoring external funds from Federal, State, and Local government agencies used to strengthen institutional programs, improve student services, enhance instruction, and expand workforce training. Today we continue our series highlighting grant projects, with Adult Education.
Host: Parrish Murphy Host, HCCTV
Guests: Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Kesha Petit Career Navigator
Octavia Williams HCC Student
Web Links: hccs.edu/adulteducation #adulteducation #grantfunding
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Sandy Heard President, Prime Waste Solutions
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Jan. 23, 2024
In this episode, we learn about a MADsquerade Ball, chat with an old friend, and discover resources for military families facing medical crisis.
Host: James Mable, M.Ed. Director, Career & Job Placement Services
Guests: Melanie Dubendorff Executive Director, MAD for Vets
Tim Stroud Incoming Host for Veterans' Voice
Natasha Pickard The Yellow Ribbon Fund
Web Links: Veterans' Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
madforvets.org
yellowribbonfund.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #valentineideas #caregiverresources
HCC believes that everyone has a vast capacity for growth. We believe it so much that we have a whole program called VAST.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Sue Moraska, M.Ed. Director, VAST Academy
Dina Webster Program Manager, VAST Academy Spring Branch
Ken Gurka Senior WorkKeys Program Coordinator Work-Based Learning & Industry Partnerships
Sandra Pierce Director of Employment Services, VAST Academy
Jeannie Hale Program Director-HCC Adult Ed
Web Links: hccs.edu/vast https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/departments/hcc-vast-academy/
http://jobprofiles.act.org/ #jobskills #vocationaltraining
It’s cold and flu season, and this year we’re also dealing with COVID and RSV. Today we’ll talk about some simple ways you can mitigate your risk for respiratory infections and explore HCC’s Respiratory Therapy program.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Teodoro "Teddy" Tovar, MA, RRT, RRT-NPS, RCP Program Director / Faculty
James Campbell, MS, RRT, RRT-NPS, CPFT, RCP Director of Clinical Education / Faculty
hccs.edu/respiratorytherapy https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/respiratory-therapy/ #RespiratoryTherapy #wellness
Our economy is growing and changing at an unprecedented pace. Fortunately, HCC has ways to help you remain resilient … and employed.
Host: Darin Baskin, Ed.D. Executive Director, Weekend and Honors College, Instructional Services
Guests: Michael Webster, PhD Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
Konnie King Briggs, BS, CCT, CCI Program Manager/Faculty EKG, Telemetry, Phlebotomy, PCT
Sura Obaidi, CCT Clinical Educator Boston Science/Preventice
Josh Allen, MHA, MBA, CCT, CRAT Clinical Education Manager Boston Science/Preventice
Web Links: hccs.edu/fasttrack https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/fast-track-training-opportunity/
hccs.edu/healthsciences https://www.hccs.edu/centers/health-sciences/
#fasttrack #retraining #careerpaths #healthcareers
One lesson we all took away from the COVID pandemic was the importance of a strong logistics chain to take products from producer to consumer, safely, securely, and promptly. Today we’ll look at HCC’s Logistics Program and its partners in the community.
Hosts: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Rebecca Roberts CEO All Points Warehouse
Gonzalo Longoria Terminal Manager All Points Warehouse
Shari Carter Director, HCC Logistics & Global Supply Chain Management Program
Web Links: hccs.edu/apprenticeshiphub https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/gulf-coast-region-apprenticeship-hub/
hccs.edu/careerhub https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/hcc-careerhub/
hccs.edu/logistics https://www.hccs.edu/centers/logistics/
allpointswarehouseinc.com
#apprenticeships #workforce #logistics #warehouse
In this episode, we spotlight the Media, Visual and Performing Arts Center of Excellence, looking at recent and upcoming events.
Host: Rima Adil Dean of Student Success, Northwest College
Guests: Jennifer Gardner Instructional Support Specialist - Media, Visual and Performing Arts Center of Excellence
Silas Craig HCC Student – Music and Vocal Performance
Estefania Valenzuela Alvarado HCC Student – Drama
Marvin Abrego HCC Student – Drama
Web Links: hccs.edu/artsevents Social Media: Instagram: @hcc_virtual_arts_center Facebook: HCC Virtual Arts Center Instagram: @hccmediaarts Facebook: HCC Media Arts #media #PerformingArts #VisualArts #arts
In this episode, we discover how the arts are both therapeutic and a potential career path for veterans. We discover the social services offered by VA Houston. And we explore grass roots veteran support with the National Veterans Outreach Program.
Host: Christopher Kimble
Guests: Timothy Stroud “Stay Tuned for Veterans”
Quindola Crowley, Ph.D., LISCW, BCD Chief, Social Work Service
Jesse Jones Site Coordinator, National Veterans Outreach Program
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
facebook.com/staytunedforvets
socialwork.va.gov
agif-nvop.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #VA #AmericanGIForum #jobsforveterans #socialservices #staytunedforveterans #arttherapy #artscareers
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: J. Brown Henderson President, Urban Circle
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Nov. 28, 2023
The Ewen Family Endowed Chairs for Teaching and Learning Excellence Awards are given to support projects designed by faculty and front-line student services staff to help students advance by improving their HCC experience. In this episode, we’re joined by Jordan Carswell, Director of Innovation Strategy, and West Houston Institute to tell us about the awards, and we’ll talk to two of the winners for 2023.
Host: Melissa Miller-Waters, Ph. D. Director of Accreditation Evaluation and Planning Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Guests: Jordan Carswell, M.S. Director, Innovation Strategy and West Houston Institute
Richard Gosselin, M.A. Professor of Economics
Margarita Bracamonte, Ph.D. Professor, Biology
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/whi/ https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/social--behavioral-sciences/economics/ https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/biology/
#innovation #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
In this episode, we highlight veteran opportunities at Occidental Petroleum, discuss a grant that helps veterans in HCC’s Truck Driving program, and talk about how a U.S. Army veteran is helping fellow veterans across borders.
Host: James Mable, M.Ed. Director, Career & Job Placement Services
Guests: Forrester “Rich” Goodrich, MBA Technical Training Lead, Occidental Petroleum
Martin Garsee Program Director, Transportation Commercial Truck Driving
Judith Cushman DuBose President & CEO JAD Associates LLC
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/veterans-voice/
https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
https://www.oxy.com/
https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/truck-driving/
#veterans #veteransvoice #energysectorjobs #oxyusa #truckdriving #USIDHR #afterthewar
November is National Apprenticeship Month, and HCC is celebrating with a new Memorandum of Understanding with Harris Health for the REACH Apprenticeship program.
Host: Parrish Murphy HCCTV
Guests: Phillip Nicotera, M.D. President, HCC Coleman College
Ellie Pallugna Director of Talent Acquisition, HR Harris Health System
Omar Reid Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer Harris Health System
Christina Robinson, Ed.D. Executive Director for Work Based Learning, Contract Training & Industry Partnerships
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/
harrishealth.org
https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/gulf-coast-region-apprenticeship-hub/
#harrishealth #Coleman #apprenticeships #healthcarecareers
You may have heard the saying “everything old is new again.” Apprenticeships are one of the oldest forms of job training. In today’s episode, we’re going to explore a partnership between HCC and MD Anderson to see how apprenticeships may be the solution for a rapidly changing workforce.
Hosts: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce
Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Dr. Miranda Phillips Program Director, Workforce Innovations MD Anderson Cancer Center
Christina Robinson, Ed.D. Executive Director for Work Based Learning, Contract Training & Industry Partnerships.
Web Links: hccs.edu/apprenticeship
#WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation #apprenticeships #workforce #healthcare #MDAnderson
Houston Community College has opportunities for all kinds of learners, including adults whose education hasn’t taken the traditional K-12 then college path. Today we’re looking at Adult Education programs, highlighting Career4U.
Host: Parrish Murphy Host
Guests: Nakia Edwards, MA Executive Director of Adult Education and Literacy, College Readiness
Jeannie Hale Director of Workforce & Career Training
Titilayo Awoniyi HCC Graduate and Tutor
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/adult-education/ https://www.hccs.edu/programs/adult-education/career4u-academy/
#adulteducation #adultlearners #careereducation #career4u #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Sherronda Scoggins Owner/Founder, KC Events & Florals, LLC
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Oct. 24, 2023
The digital divide has existed for decades, but it came into sharp relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. HCC responded by planning Digital Access Centers across the system. On October 24, Coleman College for Health Sciences will open its center.
Host: Darin LaMar Baskin, Ed.D. Director, Quality Enhancement Plan, Strategy Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Guests: Diana Castillo, Ed.D. Chief Operations Officer HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences
Amanda Guerrero, MBA Director of Instructional Support, Academic Instruction
Mick Stafford, MLS Executive Director, Library Services Web Links: https://library.hccs.edu/home https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/
#digitalaccess #library #HCCcoleman #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Helen Callier President, Bradlink LCC, PermitUsNow
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
When something goes wrong and we need help, we turn to our first responders. HCC is helping educate the next generation of public safety professionals. Today, we’ll learn about our Public Safety Center of Excellence and take a closer look at our 911 Dispatch program.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services
Guests: Vedron Bordeaux Fire Protection Technology
Jessica Snead Lead instructor, 911 Emergency Dispatch Academy
Mia Lynn Brousard Master TCOLE, Field Train Officer, Instructor Development
Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/centers/public-safety/
#publicsafety #firstresponders #dial911 #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
In this episode, we learn about how Harris County helps veterans navigate the criminal justice system, how HCC supports veteran entrepreneurs and how veterans can get “hands on” for growth.
Guests: Jason Williams Deputy Director, Harris County VSD
Ravi Brahbhatt, MBA Director of Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Initiatives.
Rod Lopez President, Future Operations Base (FOB)
Web Links: hccs.edu/Veteransvoice hccs.edu/veterans harrisvets.com hccs.edu/smallbusiness futureoperationsbase.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #entrepreneurship #hobbies #skilledtrades #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
A healthy and safe water system is essential to life, especially in a city as populous as Houston. HCC has a program to train students to keep that water flowing. Guests: Andrew Johnson III Director, Industrial Technology and Energy
Brandum Pierson, D.M. Adjunct Instructor, Basic Wastewater Operations
Taylor Escamilla HCC Student Web Links: hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/basic-wastewater-operations/
#water #nontraditionalstudents #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation
September is Workforce Development Month. We’ve been looking at some of HCC’s excellent workforce programs all month, but today we’re going to zoom out for a strategic view.
Host: Darin LaMar Baskin, Ed. D. Director, Quality Enhancement Plan, Strategy, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness
Guests: Dr. Madeline Burillo-Hopkins, Vice Chancellor, Workforce and President, Southwest College; Dr. Michael Webster, Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction; and Mohamad Tlass, Director, Workforce Quality and Development.
#wkdevmonth #workforce #labormarket #apprenticeships #workforceeducation
September is Workforce Development Month. On today’s Topic we’re looking at unusual and fascinating careers that you can pursue with a degree or certificate at HCC.
Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications
Guests: Shenesse Britton Chair, Cosmetology
Adelaida Mayorga, NCCER Master Trainer FT Faculty, Continuing Education Instructor & Acting Program Coordinator
Scott James Meyer, JD, Ph.D. Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal Technology Web Links and Contacts: hccs.edu/cosmetology https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/public-safety-transportation--consumer-services/cosmetology/
hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/occupational-safety-and-health-administration-osha/
Industrial Technology & Energy 713.718.2070 hcc.ite@hccs.edu
hccs.edu/paralegal https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/business/paralegal-technology/
scottjamesmeyerlaw.com
#workforce #wkdevmonth #careers #cosmetology #OSHA #workplacesafety #paralegal
In this episode, we look at career opportunities in the Veterans Health Administration and how to access benefits and services through Harris County. We also remember 9/11, and its impact on veterans and first responders.
Guests: Eric J. Osterbeck Senior Strategic Business Partner VISN 16 Human Resources
Jason Williams Deputy Director, Harris County VSD
Captain Richard Ponce Chaplain, Houston Fire Department
Web Links: Veterans’ Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
usajobs.gov
HR-STAR/VA Careers: vacareers.va.gov/hr-star/ https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Nonclinical-Professionals-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf
Pathways Internship Program: usajobs.gov/StudentsAndGrads
Pathways Recent Graduates Program: opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/
harrisvets.com
houstontx.gov/fire
#veterans #veteransvoice #VA #veteransadministration #chaplain #firefighters #9-11 #9/11 #September11
The last few years have seen some incredible challenges: Hurricane Harvey, COVID, winter storms, and now searing heat. Once-in-a-lifetime events are now no longer once in a lifetime. We all have to be more resilient. Today we’re talking about the resilient workforce.
Host: Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education
Guests: Michelle Castrow Senior Manager, Employer & Community Engagement Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions
Robert McCracken, MBA, ARM Assoc. Vice Chancellor, Risk Management & Resilience
Web Links: hccs.edu/resilience wrksolutions.com
#resiliency #workforce
Guest: Christoper Jones, Ph.D., Durham University UK
Interview is a continuation of show A. This episode focuses on society's ongoing challenges and how "love" has to be brought into the DEI equation. Dr. Jones talks about "understanding the love factor" and then "loving self first." He talks about how one can write his/her own story, which is the challenge. "Learning comes from the processing of experiences," says Dr. Jones.
Record date: Sept. 8, 2023
Guest: Christopher Jones, Ph.D., Durham University UK
Dr. Jones talks about his background, research on racism and racial inconclusiveness and his thoughts on critical race theory. He also talks about "Black and White perceptions on racism and his findings of how racism is so widespread and by having the "uncomfortable discussions will be needed to move forward.
Record date: Sept. 8, 2023
The Healthcare field is growing rapidly, and HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences is responsive to the needs of area employers. HCC and HCA Healthcare have created a unique partnership to fill positions for computed tomography technologists.
Guests:
Phillip Nicotera, M.D.
President, HCC Coleman College
Christopher Daza MEd, R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT)
Program Director, Radiography and CT
Douglas Goodman
Reg. VP of HR, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast
Web Links:
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/radiography/
#healthcare
#healthcarejobs
#upskilling
Dental health has gotten a lot of attention lately for being an important component in overall health, and especially in cardiac health. HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences has a program to train dental assistants to help us with those pearly whites.
Guests:
Kay Jukes, BS, CDA, RDA
Program Director, Dental Assisting Program
Charlsey Jimenez, AAS, CDA, RDA
Full Time Faculty, Dental Assisting
Catherine Sparks AAS, RDA
HCC Student in Dental Assisting
Web Links:
hccs.edu/dentalassisting
Hashtags:
#Coleman
#dentalassisting
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
#RealWorldEducation
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Jeanette Boleware, MBA, MPM, BSTM Small Business Program Coordinator at Fort Bend
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Aug. 22, 2023
In this episode, we look at loan options for veterans, connecting veterans and employers, and how veterans can participate in civic life.
Guests: Chris Finck Military Mortgage Specialist The Wood Group, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp.
Carol Castillo Realtor, USMC Veteran Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
Tony Riggs CEO, Skilled Vets
Nadia A. Hakim Director of Communications Harris County Elections Administrator’s Office
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
1stchoicehomeloan.com
americanwarriorinitiative.com
skilledvets.com
harrisvotes.com
Social Media: Chris L. Finck @yourtxloanofficer on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok linkedin.com/company/skilledvets instagram.com/skilledvetsproudandstrong facebook.com/skilledvetsproudandstrong twitter.com/skilledvets tiktok.com/@skilledvets
#veterans #veteransvoice #VAloans #hireveterans #homeowner #harriscounty #elections #voting #voterregistration
In this episode, this is the first week of classes for the Fall 2023 semester. Whether you’re a new or returning student, we have some ideas for ways to get into the swing of the semester.
Guests:
Dana McCartney
Public Services Librarian
Dipal Nish Parekh, M. SC.
Student Life Coordinator, Southeast College
James Virgilio, M.Ed., Texas Master Interpreter
Professor, American Sign Language Interpreter Training Program
Faculty Sponsor, Interpreter Student Association
library.hccs.edu
hccs.edu/interpreting
#library
#studentlife
#deafawareness
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
#RealWorldEducation
Guest: Patrick Jefferson, Ed.D., Leader & Innovator in Higher Education
Dr. Jefferson talks about "Urban Public Education" and how parents need to be engaged to gain successful outcomes for students. He talks about how the HISD "take-over" has to get the parents on board for success.
Guests: Emmanuel "Outspoken" Bean, Coach, Meta-Four
Alinda Mac, Co-Coach, Meta-Four
Ariana Lee, Team Member, Meta-Four (Houston's Youth Poet Laureate)
Myaan Sonenshein, Team Member, Meta-Four
Samiyah Green, Team Member, Meta-Four
Kylan Denney, Team Member, Meta-Four
Isabella Mira-Diaz, Team Member, Meta-Four
The interview focuses on the team's National Championship win at the Brave New Voices International Youth Poetry Slam Festival. Team members talked about their experiences and how they got involved with the team. They also talked about how using poetry to speak about their passions serves as a viable way for them to express themselves.
Medical Biotechnology is an integrated discipline with applications in detecting, diagnosing, and treating a range of conditions and diseases from COVID-19 to cancer. The HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences offers a path to this growing field.
Guests:
Phillip Nicotera, M.D.
President, HCC Coleman College
Chandra Mittal, Ph.D.
Program Coordinator, Medical Biotechnology
Uyen Dao
HCC Medical Biotechnology Student
For More Information:
713-718-7453 (PIKE)
https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/health-sciences/medical-biotechnology-advanced-technical-certificate-atc/
#medicalcareers
#medicalbiotechnology
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
#RealWorldEducation
In our busy lives, we often want to stop and just take a deep breath. But for people with certain conditions, it’s not all that easy. This is where respiratory therapists come in.
Guests:
Teddy Tovar, Jr., RRT, RRT-NPS, RCP
Program Director, Respiratory Therapy
James S. Campbell, MS, RRT-NPS, CPFT
Instructor, Respiratory Therapy
Giovanna Sosa, RT
HCC Respiratory Therapy Graduate
For More Information:
713-718-7453 (PIKE)
hccs.edu/respiratorytherapy
capitalideahouston.com
#healthcarecareers
#respiratorytherapy
#capitalidea
#moneyforschool
In this episode of “Line By Line,” Dr. Toni Rao-Southerlan, talks with Dr. Colleen Reilly, Dean of the HCC Media, Visual and Performing Arts Center of Excellence about innovative projects conducted at Houston Community College. They recognize the many awards and honors bestowed on the MVPA programs, and talk about the future of Media, Visual and Performing Arts and how students can take advantage of the opportunities afforded to them.
Record date: July 13, 2023
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Paula Mendoza
President & CEO
Possible Missions
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM
Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: July 25, 2023
¡Bienvenidos al segundo episodio de Conexión Latina! Seguimos apoyando al pequeño empresario con recursos prácticos para iniciar o expandir un negocio.
Iniciamos con una entrevista a Aryelis Ortiz, apasionada propietaria de un camion de comida: Mr. Sweet. Ella nos inspira con su proceso de arranque y su camino hacia el éxito.
Mas adelante escuchamos el consejo experto del financiero Raul Vasquez, ejecutivo de TruFund Financial Services. ¿Como solicitar un préstamo comercial y conseguir una excelente tasa de interés?
Gracias por compartir con nosotros un programa lleno de información útil para aterrizar el negocio de sus sueños.
Guest: Shannon Buggs, Director, Mayor's Office of Complete Communities, City of Houston
Interview focuses on the city of Houston's initiative of "bridging the gaps" through economic development to reach equity in communities. Ms. Buggs talks about the importance of the relationship between public and private partnerships. She also talks about the "Equity Indicator Study," funded by Shell USA.
Record date: July 14, 2023
Guest: Adam McClarin, Restore Director, Habitat for Humanity
Mr. McClarin talks about what "Restore" is , the services that are offered, volunteering food deserts and the upcoming initiative of "Robins Landing" , the new community with over 400 new homes.
Record date: July 14, 2023
In this episode, we explore careers for veterans at the University of Houston, the PACT Act and Houston VA, and Camp SHiEld’s services for women veterans.
Guests:
Franklin Martinez
Sr. Recruiter, University of Houston
Brent Kratky
Chief Experience Officer, Houston VA
Maggie J. Peterson
Founder & CEO, Camp SHiEld
Web Links:
Veterans Voice website
hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS)
hccs.edu/veterans
UH Recruiting
uh.edu/human-resources
Houston VA
va.gov/houston-health-care/
https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/
https://www.va.gov/houston-health-care/health-services/patient-advocates/
Camp SHiEld
campshield.org
#veterans
#veteransvoice
#jobsforveterans
#womenveterans
#PACTAct
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
In this episode, we examine careers in Smart Building, HVAC and Commercial Refrigeration and Solar Energy.
Guests:
Paul Osborn
Lead HVAC Instructor
Gabriel W. Cuadra MBA, PVI1
Adjunct Professor, Solar Installer Certificate Program
Kris Asper
Dean, Architecture Design & Construction COE
hccs.edu/construction
hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/air-conditioning/
hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/solar-installer-certificate/
#smarthome
#solar
#HVAC
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
In this premiere episode of New World Workforce, hosts Angle Bush and Myra Roldan examine Artificial Intelligence, its promise, its pitfalls, and its impact on the job market.
Guests: Elizabeth McGee, GM, State & Local Gov. and Education Sales, Intel Corporation; Louis Stewart, Head of Strategic Initiatives, NVIDIA; Ayman Husain, Director, Customer Success Unit, Azure Data & AI.
Bienvenidos a Conexión Latina, el show en el que proveemos a nuestra audiencia hispana con la informacion mas importante en negocios y emprendimiento.
Para nuestro primer segmento, tenemos a Eladia Figueroa la dueña de Teloloapan Meat Market, quien nos hablara sobre como pudo fundar su propia compañía y como tú puedes hacerlo también.
Después tendremos a Angel Curet, un mentor certificado de Score quien nos dirá como Score ayuda a pequeñas empresas a tener éxito.
Y al final, el Abogado Juan Carlos Luna, de Lawgistic nos hablará sobre la Inteligencia Artificial y como la podemos usar en nuestra vida, trabajo y negocio.
Guests: Donnie Byrd, Community Involvement Coordinator, Adult & Senior Programs, Houston Public Library
Crystal Swimmer, Children's Service Coordinator, Houston Public Library
The interview focus was on summer programs being offered by the Houston Public Library to different age groups and the perks being offered to each group. The summer reading program was especially highlighted.
Guest: Kathleen Messina, Director, Emmaus Spirituality Center
Ms. Messina talks about the meaning of spirituality and the history and background of the Emmaus Spirituality Center. She also talks about how the Center forms individuals to assist others on their journeys and aids them in expressing their values.
Record date: June 30, 2023
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Sandra L. Janak
Owner, Managing Member
Aspire Sales & Electrical Services, LLC
aspiresales.net
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM
Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: June 27, 2023
Nuclear Medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to create images of what’s going on inside the body. HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences has a program in this vital field.
Guests:
Vikki Davis-Littleton, MBA, BAS, CNMT
Program Director/Chair, Nuclear Medicine Technology
Catherine Schaet, BA, AAS, CNMT, ARRT (CT)(N)
Clinic Coordinator/Professor
Wesley Bennetheun
HCC Graduate
Web Links & Contact Info:
713-718-7453 (PIKE)
hccs.edu/Nuclear-Medicine
#healthcarecareers
#nuclearmedicine
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
#ColemanCollege
Guest: Fred Smith, Ph.D., Houston Regional Director, Jesse C. Fletcher Seminary
Interview's focus was on the meaning of Public Theology and its role with regard to the demographic change that has impacted this country. "The future of this country will be decided upon making changes to gain equity for all," was a "take away" from this discussion.
Guest: Patrick Jefferson, Executive Director of Educational Affairs, Baylor College of Medicine
Mr. Jefferson talks about the present and future states of higher education and how the "equity agenda" has to be closely looked at going into the future. Discussion was had on the "skill set comfort" that needs to be brought to the "table" to gain a "moral, equitable, and ethical foundation for public education moving forward."
June is Pride Month, and on this edition of The Topic we’ll learn about The Normal Anomaly Initiative, an organization committed to the experience of Black queer plus persons.
Guests:
Jordan J. Edwards
Program Director, The Normal Anomaly Initiative
Joelle Espeut
Program Director, The Normal Anomaly Initiative
Web Links:
normalanomaly.org/
Social Media:
Instagram thenormalanomaly
Facebook thenormalanomaly
Twitter @_NormalAnomaly
#normalanomalyinitiative
#blackqueer+
#pridemonth
When we think about people involved in a college, our minds naturally go to students and faculty. But no college can succeed without its staff members. Today on The Topic, we’re exploring a new initiative that will provide a venue for staff to have a voice in the direction of Houston Community College, the Staff Senate.
Guests:
Aaron Henry, M.A.
Coordinator of Student Life, Student Development
Ivory Jones, Ed. D.
Coordinator, Title IX Case Management
Kurt Ewen, Ph. D.
Chief Transformation Officer
Emilio Mendoza
Advising Manager
#staff
#staffsenate
#collegegovernance
#transformation
#WeAreHCC
#HoustonCommunityCollege
Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher, "Credential Up Houston" host and president of Houston Community College Online, interviews HCC Consumer Arts and Science Dean Suzette Brimmer and triplet entrepreneurs in Cosmetology -- Dadra Swindell Campbell, Dedra Swindell Carpenter and Donna Swindell.
Record date: June 9, 2023
Guest: Sharon Fletcher, External Operations Officer, Freedmen's Town, Houston, TX
Ms. Fletcher speaks about the historical site's history, its struggles and the mission to preserve the history through education.
Record date: June 2, 2023
In this episode, we recognize the 75th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Service Integration Act and learn about jobs for veterans in logistics and trucking.
Guests:
LaShondra C. Jones, Ph.D.
City of Houston Mayor’s Office - Office of Veterans & Military Affairs
Sally Berendsen
Program Director at Schneider
Chuck Kuzniewski
Director of Talent Acquisition & Development, Beemac Logistics, LLC
Web Links:
Veterans Voice website
hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS)
hccs.edu/veterans
City of Houston Mayor’s Office – Office of Veteran & Military Affairs
houstontx.gov/vetaffairs/index.html
Schneider
schneiderjobs.com/truck-driving-jobs/military
Beemac Logistics, LLC
beemaclogistics.com
#veterans
#veteransvoice
#WomensArmedServicesIntegrationAct
#womenveterans
#trucking
#logistics
Hurricane season began June 1. On this episode of The Topic, we’ll look at how you can be prepared before, respond during and recover after a weather emergency.
Guests:
David Potts, MA, Certified Firefighter/EMT
Manager, Emergency Management
Morgan Tuck, M.A., LPC-S, NCC
ADA Counselor, NW College
Web Links:
hccs.edu/emergency
hccs.edu/resilience
hccs.edu/counseling
#hurricane
#emergencypreparedness
#resiliency
When doctors need to diagnose a condition, few things substitute for directly viewing what’s happening in the body. The HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences is training endoscopy technicians to help doctors do just that. Guests: Phillip Nicotera, M.D. President, HCC Coleman College
Gottumukkala Subba Raju, MD, FRCP, FACP, FACG, FASGE John Stroehlein Distinguished Professor of Medicine, Emeritus Editor-in-Chief of Video GIE
Melissa Bruton, BSHA Program Director, Surgical Technology
Julie McMahon Student, Endoscopy Program
Web Links: hccs.edu/endoscopy 713-718-PIKE (7453)
#endoscopy #healthcareers #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Liz Lara Carreno Director of Marketing & Program Outreach, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: May 23, 2023
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Today, we’re talking with two HCC staff members and two HCC students about what this month means to them. Guests: Shupei Wang, Ph.D. Director of Talent Technology, HCC Talent Engagement
Alissa de Jongh, N.D, M.I.W.M Professor of Facial Esthetics, Consumer Arts & Sciences COE
Chloe Dao Entrepreneur and Fashion Designer
Thy Nguyen HCC Student from Vietnam
Web Links: hccs.edu/departments/human-resources-team/ hccs.edu/consumerarts hccs.edu/international
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/daochloedao https://www.instagram.com/daochloedao/
#AAPI #internationalstudents #fashion #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege
Guests: Artie Onayemi Executive Director Conrad O. Johnson Music & Fine Arts Foundation
Edgar Castro Regional Youth Ensemble
Armani Holmes Regional Youth Ensemble
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: May 19, 2023
In this episode, we learn about how SuchiERP supports veterans, learn about VA’s Whole Health program and preview a Houston Job Fair specifically for veterans.
Guests: Arvind Thakore CEO, SuchiERP
Shannon Sisco, PhD Whole Health Clinical Director
Darwin E. Dawson, MS Employment Coordinator, VA
Chandra Arceneaux, MS VA VetSuccess on Campus Coordinator (VSOC)
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
SuchiERP suchierp.com
VA Whole Health va.gov/houston-health-care/programs/whole-health/ 713-770-1548
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs va.gov
#veterans #veteransvoice #wellness #holistichealth #careerfair #va
In this episode, we look at how students can express themselves and develop their creativity at HCC.
Guests: Jordan Carswell, M.S. Director, Innovation Strategy & West Houston Institute
Katherine Rhodes Fields, MFA Chair, Visual Arts, Studio Art, & Art History
Melinda Laszczynski, MFA Professor, Studio Art
Fredrick Batiste, M.A. Communications Instructor/Egalitarian Advisor
Web: hccs.edu/ideastudio hccs.edu/art hccs.edu/communication
#makerspace #innovation #sustainability #creativity #art #studentnewspaper
Guest: Herb Agan, Ed.D., Professor, Psychology, University of Houston
Dr. Agan talks about self-discovery and its importance of "helping individuals find hope and unfolding their unique paths." He talks about moving away from "us and "them" to reach a balance to achieve equity.
Record date: May 5, 2023
In this episode, we look at Spring Commencement, and how to plan for Summer and Fall.
Guests: Shantay Grays, Ed.D. Vice Chancellor of Student Services
Shar-day Campbell Manager for Enrollment, Communications, and Social Media
Donald Parker, MD Inclusive Access Coordinator
Web Links: hccs.edu/commencement hccs.edu/live hccs.edu/now https://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/hcc-textbook-saving-program/ #graduation #summersemester #fallsemester #registration #textbooks
Dr. Toni Rao-Southerlan from "Line By Line" discusses Artificial Intelligence with Cheryl Whitaker from the HCC Fashion Merchandising Program and Samir Saber from HCC's Digital Communications.
Record date: March 24, 2023
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Fabiola Tillman Vice President, Marketing, Summus Industries
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: April 25, 2023
In this episode, we learn about the innovations and partnerships of HCC Northwest’s Engineering Center of Excellence.
Guests: Susan Thompson, Program Director Engineering and STEM Initiatives COE Engineering
Jeffrey Stear, MS, PE Engineering/STEM Program Director COE Engineering
June E. Keller, MS, PE Interim Dean, COE Engineering
Web Links: hccs.edu/northwest hccs.edu/engineering #engineering #innovation #stem #urbangarden #fooddesert
Guests: Carmen Abrego Communications Specialist, Houston Public Library
Aris Kian Brown Poet Laureate, City of Houston
Guests talk about the role of the Houston Poet Laureate and it's representation of Houston. Ms. Brown speaks about her specific community outreach project, "Space for Us: Afrofuturism and the Poetic Imagination." and the anticipated impact of "amplifying different poets from across Houston to give them due recognition."
Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher interviews Dr. Asheli Atkins with the Northside Chamber of Commerce on "Credential Up Houston." They talk about how the chamber offers businesses, both new and old, many ways to prosper in our economy.
Guest: Dr. Asheli Atkins Northside Chamber of Commerce
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: April 14, 2023
In this episode, we learn about PTSD and its treatment, explore careers in EMT and visit with Student Life at Southeast College.
Guests: Joshua Wathen Veteran Coordinator, PTSA Foundation of America
Bubba Millhouse Lead Veteran Coordinator, PTSA Foundation of America
Noshin Ferdous, NrEMT-Basic, EMD Austin-Travis County EMS
Dipal Parekh, CPP, M. SC. Student Life Coordinator for Southeast College
Host: Christopher Kimble
Record date: April 3, 2023
Web Links: hccs.edu/VeteransVoice hccs.edu/veterans ptsdusa.org emsrecruiting.org hccs.edu/southeast
#veterans #veteransvoice #PTSD #EMT #careers #studentlife
Guests: Debra Seale EAG, Director of People & Programs
Lee Mitchell Optimus, Senior Recruiter
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: March 31, 2023
Everyone needs a little help now and then. In this episode, we look at several ways HCC provides students extra help with their classwork.
Guests: Amanda Guerrero, Director of Instructional Support, HCC Academic Success Center
Alex G. Kanakis Manager, Upswing
Pauline Warren, Ph.D. Director, Supplemental Instruction
Web links hccs.edu/tutoring hccs.upswing.io hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/supplemental-instruction/ #tutoring #onlinetutoring
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Michele Bua Owner/Operator Bua's Bistro Market & Catering
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: March 29, 2023
In this episode, we look at three programs for specialized populations: VAST Academy, Weekend College and Honors College.
Guests: Sandra Pierce, BS, WIP-C,CBTAC Director of Employment Services, VAST Academy
Jim McCleskey, Ph.D. Weekend College Coordinator
Cheryl Peters, PhD Executive Director, Honors College
Web Links: hccs.edu/vast hccs.edu/weekendcollege hccs.edu/honors
#neurodivergent #careerreadiness #weekendcollege #saturdayclasses #gifted #honorscollege
Guests: Djuina Matthews, Senior Manager, City of Houston Rachael Abbott, Librarian, City of Houston
Episode interview focused on the Mentor/Mentee Program with the Houston Public Library that came about as an endeavor from a survey to better deal with and understand the George Floyd incident. Basis and expectations were established as a result of the survey. The experiences, trust and bonding as well as the importance of inclusion and diversity as related to race and social justice were also discussed. The program has been in existence for three years.
Record date: March 24, 2023
Guest: Steve Amstutz, Director, Measuring What Matters, Institute for Research and Reform in Education
Mr. Amstutz talks about how the problems associated with the TEA take-over of HISD has been going on for decades. He talks about how a genuine investment in students, which is presently grossly inadequate, will have to take place and that the 2023, 2024 "Common Good," must be found. He says more caring adults will have to step as advocates for success.
Guest: Ruth Lopez Turley, Professor/Director, Kinder Institute for Urban Research, Rice University
Professor Turley talks about the factors, substantiated through research, regarding the Texas take-over of the Houston Independent School District. She talks about how improvement in funding is a key factor on the impact of the take-over. "The funding gap will have to be addressed and the cost to educate the lowest student will need to be revamped to bring it up to the national level."
In this episode, we celebrate Women’s History Month with Cheryl Peters, Ph.D. Executive Director, Honors and Weekend College; Margaret Ford Fisher, Ed.D. President, Online College; and Melissa Miller-Waters, Ph.D., Director, Accreditation Evaluation and Planning, Strategy Planning and Institutional Effectiveness. Web Links: hccs.edu/honors hccs.edu/weekendcollege hccs.edu/online #womenshistory #womeninliterature #feminism
"Line By Line" explores the world of Art Design with HCC Chair of Visual Arts, Studio Art and Art History of the Center of Excellence for Media, Visual and Performing Arts, Katherine Rhodes Fields. She explains the story behind her art gallery exhibition based on her sabbatical at Greece and describes art courses and career paths offered for Houston Community College students.
Record date: February 2023
In this episode, we update you about events and programs at Central College this Spring. Guests: Ken Williams Green Resources and Opportunities Workforce Katherine Rhodes Fields, MFA, MA TESL Chair, Visual Arts, Studio Art & Art History Web links
hccs.edu/art hccs.edu/interpreting Green Resources and Opportunities Workforce, GROW Instagram: grow_htx LinkedIn: GROW Green Resources & Opportunities Houston
#careers #jobfair #green #art
In this episode, we learn about NextOp, Houston VA and the Wounded Warrior Project.
Guests:
Jeffrey McZeal Employment Coordinator NextOp Inc.
Elizabeth Kleeman, LCSW Mental Health Care Line Special Programs Coordinator Houston VA
LaShonda Johnson Peer Leader Specialist Wounded Warrior Project Web Links:
Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
NextOp Vets NextOpVets.org
VA Veteran Crisis Line veterancrisisline.net
Wounded Warrior Project woundedwarriorproject.org
#veterans #veteransvoice #jobsforveterans #suicideprevention #woundedwarriorproject #traumaextOp
The HCC Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is housed in Procurement Operations. The SBDP allows HCC to produce more effective small business participation and create opportunities relating to HCC contracting and procurement. “It’s Your Business” was developed to highlight the local small businesses who are currently participating in contracting and procurement opportunities at HCC.
Guest: Joseph Gavin, CTCD Executive Director of Procurement Houston Community College
Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program
Record date: Feb. 28, 2023
Guests: Mercedes Clarke, Division Manager, Community Engagement, Houston Public Library
Christina Wai Grubitz, Curator, Houston Public Library
Ms. Clarke speaks about the importance of having a LINK card and all that is associated with the card. She also talks about "Career on Line High School" and how to obtain a high school diploma and the multitude of certificate programs being offered.
Ms. Grubitz talks about the library's special exhibits and the significance of each.
Guest: Heather Ganucheau, Director, Marketing & Communications, Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council
The interview centered around Girl Scouts mission, history, events and its cookie sales. Ms. Ganucheau speaks about the need and role of volunteers and how the program builds character in the scouts.
Guest: Chris Pitre, Co-Founder, Culture +
Interview focuses on the concept of "love" and "bringing humanity to the workplace." Mr. Pitre talks about re-engineering the workplace on the "must haves," mind sets, attitudes and communication for leadership development.
Record date: Jan. 27, 2023
In this episode, we’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, with some things to love at HCC.
Guests: Mahnaz Kolaini, PsyD, LPC-S. Director Counseling & Ability Services
James Mable, M.Ed., CRPW Director Career & Job Placement Services
Tiffany Lane, MS Program Director Recreational Sports
Web Links: hccs.edu/counseling hccs.edu/careerhub hccs.presence.io
Social Media: Instagram: @hccsrecsports
Hashtags: #counseling #relationships #careers #recreationalsports
In this episode, we visit with a veteran HCC faculty member, learn about the Houston Mayor’s Office Department of Veterans and Military Affairs, and find out the mission of Dress for Success Houston.
Guests: Juan Crawford, Ph.D. Division Chair, Marketing, Real Estate, Paralegal Banking & Financing, Translation & Interpretation
LaShondra C. Jones, Ph. D. City of Houston – Mayor’s Office Office of Veterans and Military Affairs
LaGaydra Murphy, USAF Ret. Veteran Outreach Manager Dress for Success Houston
Web Links: Veterans' Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
HCC Business Programs hccs.edu/business
Mayor’s Office - Veterans and Military Affairs houstontx.gov/vetaffairs
Dress For Success Houston dfshouston.org
Hashtags: #veterans #veteransvoice #HoustonMayorsOffice #dressforsuccess #womenveterans
February marks Black History Month. In this episode, we look at some of HCC’s events for the observance.
Guests Donnell Cooper Co-Chair, Black History Committee
Fheryl Prestage Co-Chair, Black History Committee
Joseph Sam, M.A. Community Outreach Coordinator, Central College
Web Links: Matching Gift Link; https://www.hccsfoundation.org/2023BHC/Donation
Black History Website Link; https://www.hccsfoundation.org/
#blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #scholarships #communityresources
"Line By Line" interviews Professor Christopher Khuong, HCC Program Coordinator for Digital Gaming and Simulation, and discusses many avenues open to students who want to delve into the world of Gaming and Simulation.
Record date: December 2022
We always like to start the new year by updating you on the latest news from our colleges. Today we’re looking at Southeast College.
Guests: Martin Perez, Ed.D, Dean, Student Success Alberto Urbina, CWI/CWE, EIT, Dean, Material Science & Smart Manufacturing Dr. Toni Holland, Ph.D., Director of Honors College, Southeast
Web Links, Social, and Contacts: hccs.edu/southeast
713-718-6839
https://www.hccs.edu/centers/material-science--smart-manufacturing/
hccs.edu/honors
On Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn: https://twitter.com/hccsecollege https://www.instagram.com/hccsecollege/ https://www.facebook.com/hccsecollege https://www.linkedin.com/company/hccsecollege/
Hashtags: #hccsoutheastcollege #advancedmanufacturing #welding #materialscience #honors
Guest: Gabriela Keator, Legal Assistant, Legal Orientation Program, YMCA International Community Affairs
Interview focuses on issues of immigration and migration and the differences between the two. Ms. Keator speaks about the court system and the process of gaining asylum.
Record date: Jan. 13, 2023
In this episode, we learn about Easter Seals programs for veterans, the who, what, and how of service dogs, and how VetSuccess on Campus makes navigating VA benefits and programs easier.
Web Links: Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS)
To apply for the Service Dog program: https://eastersealshouston.org/veterans-program-referral-form/
To connect for all services, email: veterans@eastersealshouston.org
To view Easter Seals Veteran Programs: https://eastersealshouston.org/military-veterans/
Easter Seals Walk with Me: https://eastersealshouston.org/specialevents/walk-with-me/
hccs.edu/veterans
Veteran Affairs at HCC http://www.hccs.edu/support-services/veteran-affairs/
VA VSOC website https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/vsoc.asp VA.gov
Record date: Jan. 9, 2023
#veterans #veteransvoice #easterseals #eastersealsofgreaterhouston #servicedogs #vocationaltraining #veteransbenefits #VSOC #VA
Special Guest: Richard Anthony Baker, J.D., M.P.A., Ph.D. Executive Director for Institutional Equity, EO/AA and Title IX Coordinator Rice University Immediate Past President American Association for Access, Equity, and Diversity (AAAED)
Host: Dr. Donna Davis Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer
Guests: Lharissa Jacobs, Executive Director, Fit Houston, Inc. Bettina Beech, Chief Population Health Officer, National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching
Interview focuses on community health and the importance of movement. It discusses physical activity and the inclusion of having "walking meetings." Also discussed was the idea and concept of "fit lots" in communities.
Record date: Dec. 9, 2022
In this episode, we learn about opportunities for veterans in the transportation industry, discover HCC’s Student Veterans of America chapter, and find out how a Rotary chapter is remembering veterans at the holidays.
Guests: Ryan A. Peters, MBA, SHRM-SCP, Director of Gulf-Inland Crew Management | Human Resources; Olga Schultz, School Certifying Official and Student Veterans of America HCC Chapter Advisor; Gabriel Delurand, School Certifying Official and President of Student Veterans of America HCC Chapter; Matthew Berg, USAF Veterans, President-Elect, Rotary Club of Greater Houston Veterans
Web Links:
Veterans Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
Marquette Transportation marquettetrans.com
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans
Rotary Club of Houston Veterans rotaryclubofgreaterhoustonveterans.org
To Purchase a Wreath https://waahouston.salsalabs.org/2022/p/rotaryclubofgreaterhoustonveterans/index.html?fbclid=IwAR2ztzXB8bI6uZRjO-xVCDWKSQojSKERWj0xU6VUjr4DzxfDg4Z08M9wuc8
#veterans #veteransvoice #studentveterans #rotary #wreathsacrossamerica
Record date: Dec. 5, 2022
This is our last episode of the Fall 2022 semester, and we’d like to look ahead at Spring of 2023.
Guests: Jerome Drain, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor, Academic Instruction; JoEllen Price, Ed.D., Executive Director, Financial Aid; Shar-day Campbell, Manager of Enrollment Communications and Social Media
hccs.edu/apply hccs.edu/financialaid hccs.edu/fafsaguide hccs.edu/scholarships https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/financial-aid/student-loan-debt-options/ www.hccs.edu
#springsemester #financialaid #studentloans
Special Guest: You! The HCC Community
Host: Dr. Donna Davis, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer
In this episode, HCC professor Nathan Smith discusses the new textbook he co-authored, and an interview with Sayma El Hoderi, HCC student from Libya, and Frank Danna, director of Culture at Softway & Culture + and co-author of "Love as a Business Strategy” discusses why love is good for business.
#internationalstudents
#textbooks
#philosophy
#Libya
#corporateculture
Record date: Nov. 18, 2022
In this episode, we learn about opportunities for veterans in the equipment and event rental industry, discover HCC’s commercial truck driving program, and explore Homes for Heroes.
hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
hccs.edu/veterans
hccs.edu/trucking
homesforheroes.com
#veterans
#veteransvoice
#eventrental
#trucking
#militaryspouse
#homesforheroes
#buyingahome
Record date: Nov. 14, 2022
At Houston Community College, students are partners in making the college the very best it can be. Today we’re exploring student government.
Guests: Igor Lucic, Treasurer, Central SGA; Ateshi Singh, President, Southwest SGA and Secretary, USC; Rosa Martinez, Vice President, Southeast SGA
hccs.presence.io/organization/central-student-government-association-sga
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcc_southeast_sga/
YouTube: TheSGA
#studentengagement
#studentgovernment
#SGA
#USC
Special Guest: Felicia Harris, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Communication Studies
Interim Director of the Center for Latino Studies
University of Houston, Downtown
Host: Dr. Donna Davis, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer
The HCC MESA (Music Entertainment Student Association) shares with "Line By Line" the activities and opportunities that are open to HCC students and the community in the Music Business and Entertainment Industry. It's free to join and network with professionals as you participate by showing off your talent.
Record date: Oct. 21, 2022
The economic environment is challenging right now, but there are still opportunities for entrepreneurs to make their mark. Today we’re looking at HCC’s Entrepreneurial Initiatives programs.
Guests: Maya Durnovo, Ed.D., Chief Entrepreneurial Initiatives Officer; April Felton, MBA, Program Director, MBDA Pandemic Recovery Center, Chandon Gordon, A.B.A.,CEO, GFN HIPPY LLC And Pandemic Recovery Center participant.
hccs.edu/smallbusiness
hccs.edu/prc
gfnhippyllc.com
#smallbusiness
#entrepreneur
#pandemicrecovery
On this episode, Dr. Samantha Rodriquez, coordinator of The Bridge, (Puente) Program, discusses how this academic, counseling and mentoring program helps students achieve success. And, Walter Ulrich, CEO of Medical Bridges, introduces us to the non-profit which refurbishes medical equipment and sends a clinic-in-a-box to countries that are war-torn, impoverished or impacted by natural disasters.
hccs.edu/programs/the-bridge-puente-program/
medicalbridges.org
#puenteprogram
#worldhealth
#nonprofits
Guest: Maria Aguirre, Director, Community Relations, Port of Houston
Interview focuses on the importance of the Port of Houston and its impact on Houston and its economy. Ms. Aguirre talks about their strategy of bringing "awareness, feedback and investments" to the Port.
Record date: October 14, 2022
Today’s job market has incredible opportunities for people with the right skills and education. On today’s show, we’re looking at ways HCC makes getting those skills affordable.
Guests: Shar-day Campbell, Manager, Enrollment Communications and Social Media; JoEllen R. Price, Ed.D., Executive Director, Financial Aid; Felicia Brooks, MBA, Scholarship Coordinator, HCC Foundation.
hccs.edu/now
hccs.edu/financialaid
hccs.edu/fafsaguide
hccs.edu/scholarships
hccsfoundation.org/scholarships
#affordablecollege
#financialaid
#scholarships
Guest: Tonia Labbe, Executive Director, Nehemiah Center
Ms. Labbe speaks about the history and mission of the Nehemiah Center and its importance to at-risk communities. She talks about the Center's mission of "neighbors helping neighbors to create a safe haven for at-risk communities" and what steps are being taken to achieve their mission.
Record date: October 14, 2022
Guest: Dr. Fred Smith, Faith and Health Consultant
Interview centers around "right relationships" with respect to change and that these relationships need to be built on trust. Dr. Smith speaks about the importance of having a prophetic voice to aid in meeting the demands on communities and where they will be going from here.
Record date: Sept. 30, 2022
Guest: Brittany Hyman, Director, Third Ward Real Estate Council
Ms. Hyman speaks about the Council's mission to "educate, empower and inform Third Ward residents on topics related to housing and services, collaborating with developers, public and private agencies to leverage resources and challenges facing Houston's housing market." She talks about the Houston 2036 Project and the gaps from study to implementation (empowerment).
Record date: Sept. 30, 2022
Guests include Professor Richard Gosselin, a professor of economics at HCC and founding president and board member of the National Economic Teaching Association, Thy Nguyen, an international student from Vietnam, and Casey Rankin, Manager of Job Development at Best Buddies Texas, discussing the job market after COVID for people with divergent abilities.
bestbuddies.org/texas/
hccs.edu/international
#internationalstudents
#teaching
#disABILITIES
On today’s show, we’re updating you on our programs and initiatives at the Houston Community College Northwest College.
Guests: Rodney McLaurin, M. Ed, Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Success; Cynthia Belmar, MLS, Director of Northwest College Library; Sarah Lewis, M.S., Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Success
hccs.edu/northwest
NW.Counseling@hccs.edu
#NorthwestCollege
#foodinsecurity
#EagleMarket
Guests: The Moreno-Cabrera Family -- Veronica (mom), Noberto, Sr. (dad), Noe (oldest son), Amadeo (second son), Noberto, Jr. (third son) and Joshua (youngest son)
Father speaks of the importance of civic engagement and passing it on to future generations. Family talks about HTX Art and its mission of bringing art to communities, "empowering communities through creative expression." Each family member expresses his/her experience and involvement with HTX Art. All the kids are home schooled.
Record date: September 16, 2022
Guests: Brandi Brown, Executive Director, HYPE Freedom School
Joelle Bayaa-Uzuri, Director of Programming, The Normal Anomaly, Inc
Interview centered around the newly formed organization, "Black Impact Houston," its mission, focus and benefits to the Black communities, with future inclusion of other communities of color. The guests spoke about affecting policy to build political, economic and social power to ensure equitable survival for the Black communities in the future.
Record date: September 16, 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15, to recognize the contributions of Hispanics to the culture of the United States. Today, we’re looking at what the celebration means to some of HCC’s staff and students.
Guests: Marisa Benitez, M.Ed., Interim Advising Manager, Southeast College; Carlos Martinez, Jr., College Operations Officer, Southwest College; Juan Zavala, Parliamentarian, Southwest SGA
hccs.edu/advising
https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/student-life-on-campus/student-government/
#dei
#diversity
#HispanicHeritageMonth
#StudentLeadership
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15, to recognize the contributions of Hispanics to the culture of the United States. Today, we’re looking at what the celebration means to some of HCC’s staff and students.
Guests: Marisa Benitez, M.Ed., Interim Advising Manager, Southeast College; Carlos Martinez, Jr., College Operations Officer, Southwest College; Juan Zavala, Parliamentarian, Southwest SGA
hccs.edu/advising
https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/student-life-on-campus/student-government/
#dei
#diversity
#HispanicHeritageMonth
#StudentLeadership
Today’s Houston community, and its student body, is more diverse than ever. Today on The Topic, we’ll examine how HCC is nurturing leaders to bring a wide range of insights to the college.
Guests: Shantay Grays, Ed.D.,Vice Chancellor for Student Services; Norma Perez, Ph. D., HCC Vice Chancellor for Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer; Donna Davis, JD, HCC Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.
https://www.hccs.edu/departments/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
#DEI
#diversity
Today’s Houston community, and its student body, is more diverse than ever. Today on The Topic, we’ll examine how HCC is nurturing leaders to bring a wide range of insights to the college.
Guests: Shantay Grays, Ed.D.,Vice Chancellor for Student Services; Norma Perez, Ph. D., HCC Vice Chancellor for Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer; Donna Davis, JD, HCC Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.
https://www.hccs.edu/departments/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
#DEI
#diversity
As the economy recovers from COVID and supply chain issues, more industries are moving production back to the U.S., or expanding current capacity. Today we’re talking about careers in Smart Manufacturing.
Guests: Alberto A. Flores Jr., Faculty Division Chair, COE: Material Science and Smart Manufacturing;
Wayne Mausbach, P.E., Director, Greater Houston Manufacturing Association; and Sandra Brumbaugh, COO & VP Global Distribution for Vogt Valves, Inc.
HCC Smart Manufacturing: https://www.hccs.edu/centers/material-science--smart-manufacturing/
Greater Houston Manufacturing Association: https://houston-mfg.com/
Vogt Valves, Inc.: https://www.vogtvalves.com/
#manufacturing
#robotics
#madeinamerica
As the economy recovers from COVID and supply chain issues, more industries are moving production back to the U.S., or expanding current capacity. Today we’re talking about careers in Smart Manufacturing.
Guests: Alberto A. Flores Jr., Faculty Division Chair, COE: Material Science and Smart Manufacturing;
Wayne Mausbach, P.E., Director, Greater Houston Manufacturing Association; and Sandra Brumbaugh, COO & VP Global Distribution for Vogt Valves, Inc.
HCC Smart Manufacturing: https://www.hccs.edu/centers/material-science--smart-manufacturing/
Greater Houston Manufacturing Association: https://houston-mfg.com/
Vogt Valves, Inc.: https://www.vogtvalves.com/
#manufacturing
#robotics
#madeinamerica
Houston Community College is committed to the development of its faculty and seeing their innovative ideas come to fruition. This episode discusses The Ewen Family Endowed Chairs for Teaching and Learning Excellence.
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph. D., HCC Chief of Staff; Jordan Carswell, Director, Innovation Strategy; G. Raymond Brown, Ph. D., Program Coordinator, Artificial Intelligence; Natalie Garza, Ph. D., Professor, History.
hccs.edu/ai
hccs.edu/history
#endowedchair
#artificialintelligence
#secondward
Houston Community College is committed to the development of its faculty and seeing their innovative ideas come to fruition. This episode discusses The Ewen Family Endowed Chairs for Teaching and Learning Excellence.
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph. D., HCC Chief of Staff; Jordan Carswell, Director, Innovation Strategy; G. Raymond Brown, Ph. D., Program Coordinator, Artificial Intelligence; Natalie Garza, Ph. D., Professor, History.
hccs.edu/ai
hccs.edu/history
#endowedchair
#artificialintelligence
#secondward
Ashton Kao, a senior at Strake Jesuit, joins the show to discus how he makes money to help others succeed. Starting from a lemonade stand as a youngster to today, Ashton figures out how to make money to give away computers, school supplies and holiday gifts to young refugees. Beatrice Wong, managing director of D-Square, a Chinatown shopping center undergoing an extreme makeover -- talks about how she worked with tenants during the pandemic and how she is reshaping this 1980s shopping center to make it a destination for Houstonians.
Guest: Brandi Brown, Executive Director, HYPE Freedom Schools, Inc. and Black Impact Houston
Ms. Brown talks about public urban education and the mission of HPYE Freedom Schools to bridge the gap around equity for Houston's disadvantaged communities.
Interview also focuses on Black Impact Houston and its mission of building communities through trust, partnering with Black leaders in the communities.
Record date: July 22, 2022
Guest: HCC professor Gary Katherine (Kathy) Snider, expert in technical theatre, talks about Houston careers in Theatre Technical Arts.
Record date: July 26, 2022
In the world of Visual and Performing Arts, there are many creatives, including Fashion, Fashion Merchandising, Cosmetology and Photography. Experts in the fields talk about their experiences with students when they produce "Euphoric Bloom." Guest artists from Houston Community College are Cheryl Whittaker, Fashion Merchandising, Vi Hua, Fashion Design, Michelle Snelson, Cosmetology and Andrea Millette, Digital Photography.
Record date: May 26, 2022
Guests Ashley Hope and Israel Garza from the HCC West Houston Institute talk with host Dr. Toni Rao-Southerlan about how WHI is innovative in moving forward with STEAM combining creative art with engineering at Houston Community College. Recent projects included Houston's own Art Car Parade/Exhibition.
Guests: Michael Cohn, Webseries Instructor, HCC
Abraham Ayala, Webseries Head Writer, HCC
Jeff Novaez, Webseries Art Director & Props Master, HCC
Caio de Aragon Cruz, Webseries Camera Operator, HCC
Guests: Terri L. Blackmon
Post-Doctorate in Animal Sciences
Christy Cervantes, M. Ed,
HCC Online College Advising Manager
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: July 15, 2022
Guest: Rosalinda Martinez, Director, Community Strategy, AARP Texas
Ms. Martinez talks about the work and services offered by AARP and some of the effects they have had in the communities. She talks about the training, the role of care givers and aging and social justice.
Record date: June 24, 2022
Guests: Dr. Phuc Luu, Author, Teacher, Theologian, Pastor, Community Builder
Rev. Laura Mayo, Senior Minister, Covenant Church, Faith Leader Coalition
Rev. Ellen D. Junious, Spiritual Director, Life Coach, Consultant, Resurrection Metropolitain Community Church
The interview focuses on the difficulty of speaking up on difficult issues of today. The idea of the basic need of coming together for those in need, regardless of their affiliation and addressing fear to "move to a better self". There can be no equality without empathy is also discussed.
Record date: June 24, 2022
In this episode, Dr. Shadi Kilani, HCC Faculty Chair for Biology, discusses HCC’s partnership with UH-Victoria, Mia Zhong, Miss Texas Jr Preteen, discusses her mission to advance human rights, and Tianna Hall, a Houston jazz singer, discusses how she has survived during the pandemic and being a single, working mom for so many years until her recent marriage.
hccs.edu/biology
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#biology
#jazz
Guest: Lauren Anderson
Houston Ballet, Former Principal Dancer, Associate Director of Education & Community Engagement
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: June 17, 2022
Guest: Rodolfo Cavazos, Jr. , founder & President, The BridgePath
Interview focuses on the importance of creating and managing wealth. Mr. Cavazos talks about financial literacy, personal finances, relationships with neighborhood banks, credit unions, credit scores and the importance of each.
Record date: May 27, 2022
In this episode, Gerald Greene, Designated School Official/International Student Advisor, discusses how he helps international students maintain their legal status while studying at HCC; Adekunbi Kuye, international student from Nigeria, discusses her experience at HCC and her career goals of going into communications; and an interview with award-winning author Chitra Divakaruni, author of "The Last Queen.”
hccs.edu/international
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#Nigeria
#communication
#authors
#historicalfiction
Houston Community College is always looking for new ways to serve students, businesses, and the community. Today on the Topic, we’re celebrating some new facilities, and some new programs!
Guests: Andrea Bonner, B.B.A., M.P.S., Chair – Consumer Arts and Sciences Center of Excellence; Dr. Kathleen Anzivino, College Operations Officer, HCC Northwest; Vicki L. May, M.Ed., LP, NREMTP, EMS Program Director
hccs.edu/culinaryarts
hccs.edu/katy
hccs.edu/engineering
hccs.edu/ems
#wearehcc
#katy
#engineering
#culinary
#pastry
#ems
Guest: Wayne Young, MBA, LPC, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Harris Center for Mental Health & Intellectual & Developmental Disability Authority
Interview focuses on mental health and the increased awareness since the pandemic. Mr. Young talks about the collaborative efforts with the city of Houston to aid in crisis intervention for individuals suffering with mental issues. He also talks about accessible and comprehensive systems of care.
Record date: May 13, 2022
Guest: Penny MacCormack, Ed.D.
Chief Academic Officer
Association of College and University Educators (ACUE)
www.acue.org
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: May 20, 2022
HCC takes pride in the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. May is Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and this edition of The Topic celebrates three leaders from that community.
Guests: Muddassir Siddiqi, Ed.D., President, HCC Central College; Zen Zheng, Director of Communication Services, HCC Southwest College; Sandra Gin, Journalist and former HCC Instructor
Web Links, Social, and Contacts:
hccs.edu/central
hccs.edu/southwestcollege
hccs.edu/communication
Free Chol Soo Lee
Theatrical Release – August 12, 2022
Airing on PBS “Independent Lens” – Early 2023
#WeAreHCC
#AAPI
#diversity
#AsianAmerican
#AmericanHistory
#documentary
#FreeCholSooLee
Guest: Scott Sonenshein, Ph.D.
Henry Gardiner Symonds Professor, Jesse H. Jones School of Business, Rice University, New York Times Best Selling Author
Dr. Sonenshein speaks about the "world of work" and the effects the pandemic has had on it. He talks about management and the equity piece and how organizations have now become more focused on mental health issues.
Record date: April 29, 2022
In this episode, Colleen Reilly, Dean, HCC’s Center of Excellence for Media, Visual, and Performing Arts; Melisa Gultan, HCC student and opera singer from Turkey; Allie Danziger, Ampersand Pro, a company that prepares young people to get the most out of an internship experience and matches those students with employers.
hccs.edu/arts
Ampersandpro.com
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#opera
#finearts
#internships
The Houston area has faced an unprecedented series of challenges in the past few years, from hurricanes to freezes to the COVID pandemic. We’ve learned the importance of resiliency. Today on The Topic, we examine a new initiative HCC is spearheading to increase the capacity of citizens, businesses, and community organizations to be resilient in the face of challenges to come.
Guests: Cesar Maldonado, Ph.D., P.E.
HCC Chancellor
Richard Seline
Senior Advisor Resiliency COE and ROC
hccs.edu/embracing-resiliency
Jennifer Holmes, MS
Director, Corporate College
hccs.edu/corporate-college
#resiliency
#EmbracingResiliency
#ROC
#corporatecollege
#disasterpreparation
#WeAreHCC
On this episode of Veterans' Voice, we discuss how stretching can benefit your physical fitness level and learn how HCC is helping veterans join the growing world of real estate.
Guests: Brian Goldstein
Owner, StretchLab
stretchlab.com
Juan Crawford, Ph.D.
Program Coordinator, Real Estate
Houston Community College
Guests: Chiniqua Washington
Volunteer Recruitment Manager, Big Brothers Big Sisters
bbbstx.org
Simone Green
Program Engagement Manager, Big Brothers Big Sisters
bbbstx.org
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Record date: April 22, 2022
One lesson from the pandemic was how quickly the employment market can change and how important being able to learn skills quickly can be. Today we’re talking about HCC’s agile learning options, including micro-credentials, digital badges, and the Corporate College.
Guests: Michael Webster, PhD, AVC, Workforce Instruction; Brenda Quintanilla, PhD, Regional Manager, Innovative Instructional Technology and Learning Services; Jennifer Holmes, MS, Director Corporate College.
Web Links, Social, and Contacts:
Micro-Credentials:
hccs.edu/micro-cred
Fast Track:
hccs.edu/fasttrack
Brenda Quintanilla (Digital Badges):
Email: Brenda.Quintanilla@hccs.edu
Twitter: @bquintanilla
Teaching and Learning Innovation Website: https://www.hccs.edu/departments/division-of-instructional-services/teaching--learning-innovation/
Corporate College:
hccs.edu/corporate-college
#workforce
#lifetimelearner
#reskill
#upskill
#corporatelearning
Guest: Cesar O. Espinosa, Executive Director, FIEL Houston Inc.
Mr. Espinosa talks about the dedication of the Joe Campos Torres Plaza and the apology by city leaders to the Torres family for the killing of Joe Campos Torres. Speakers at the event committed to ensuring that this type of killing did not happen again. "Mutual trust and respect" with honest dialogue must be had to move forward, according to Mr. Espinosa.
Record date: April 8, 2022
Guests: Steve Rosencranz, Retired, Professional Area: Accounting
Patricia Cabrera, Director, Houston East End Communities Collaborative
Graciela Saenz, Political Activist & Advocate, Former Houston City Council Member
Interview focuses on gaining fair representation in Spring Branch School Districts. Guests bring attention to the fact that there have been 75 years of Anglo representation and that there needs to be a change to meet the present make up of Hispanic members. They talk about how the different communities need to come together for conversations to reach a common ground on fair and equitable representation for Spring Branch.
Record date: April 8, 2022
In this episode, Dr. Michael Edwards, HCC Northeast College President, discusses his vision for NE College, challenges, and ways he is working through them; Dina Kawerdy, international student from Syria, talks of her struggles to pay for HCC tuition, how she's determined to make it here, and her career goals; Mandy Kao discusses the importance of philanthropy and how to teach young people to start their own Giving Circle or start a donor-advised fund.
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#philanthropy
#syria
Houston Community College works closely with municipalities in its service area. Today we’re highlighting our partnership with the City of Stafford.
Guests: Cecil Willis, Mayor, City of Stafford; Madeline Burillo-Hopkins, Vice Chancellor Workforce and President, Southwest College; Robert Bostic, Superintendent of Schools, Stafford Municipal School District.
Web Links:
staffordtx.gov
Apprenticeship: https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/departments/office-of-work-based-learning--industry-partnerships/
Fast Track Training: https://www.hccs.edu/continuing-education/fast-track-training-opportunity/
Small Business and Community Learning Opportunities
https://www.hccs.edu/hcc-in-the-community/community-learning-program/
Adult Ed and Citizenship classes: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/adult-education/
SMSD
Website: www.staffordmsd.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SMSD82
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StaffordMSD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staffordmsd/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stafford-municipal-school-district/
#cityofstaffordtx
#staffordmunicipalschooldistrict
#smsd
#WeAreHCC
#partnerships
#dualcredit
#workforce
In this episode, Mary Sit explores College Readiness resources at HCC with Dr. Desmond Lewis, talks with Amy Merker, a student from Germany, and talks with Gary Burns, head of the local chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a non-profit that builds beds for children in need.
Web Links:
hccs.edu/podcasts
hccs.edu/international
hccs.edu/departments/division-of-college-readiness
shpbeds.org
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/SHPbeds/
https://www.instagram.com/shpbeds/
https://twitter.com/ShpBeds
https://www.youtube.com/c/SHPbeds
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#collegereadiness
#college
#helpingchildren
#volunteering
Inflation is having an impact on our lives, particularly in the highly volatile area of energy. More people are considering solar power to save money in the long term, and perhaps benefit the planet in the process.
On this edition of Topic, we’ll look at solar energy, and HCC’s contribution to the industry. Guests: Stewart Masterson, President, Texas Solar Outfitters LLC; Matt Adams, HCC Program Coordinator, Electrical Technology; Lynn Brown and Judge Bill C. Littlejohn (Retired), HCC Alumni
Web Links:
Texas Solar Outfitters – texassolaroutfitters.com
Link to Electrical Technology Program : https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology/
Link to the Solar Certificate: https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology/onet5-325006-en.html
Judge Bill: b1cl@aol.com
#solarpower
#greenenergy
#electrical
#tradeeducation
In this edition of The Topic, learn how the Student Life Department can enrich your experience at HCC. Guests: Dominique Brown, Student Life Coordinator, Northwest College; Le’Darion Prevot, President, Northwest National Society of Leadership & Success; Eugenia Ayala, Treasurer, Northwest Student Government Association.
Web Links:
Events: hccs.presence.io/events
Organizations: hccs.presence.io/organizations
Student Awards: https://hccs.presence.io/experienceType/eagle-awards?id=5d9eb87d-29cf-4d45-a228-046b9ef47d42
Student Leadership Opportunities: https://hccs.presence.io/experienceType/eagle-leaders?id=424f4a83-5733-47cb-8ef3-966258c06fd2
Instructional Student Programming Fund https: //hccs.presence.io/form/academic-co-curricular-student-programming-request-form
Student Life Website: hccs.presence.io
National Society of Leadership & Success: nsls.org
Northwest Chapter: https://hccs.presence.io/organization/national-society-of-leadership-and-success-northwest-chapter
Northwest Student Government Association: https://hccs.presence.io/organization/northwest-student-government-association-sga
Social Media:
Instagram @thehccstudentlife
Facebook @thehccstudentlife
#studentlife
#studentleadership
#studentgovernment
#oncampus
#sga
#nsls
Guest: Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale
Gallery Furniture founder and CEO
Host: Germaine Washington
Recorded: Feb. 24, 2022
In this episode, Mary Sit explores learning English Composition with Dr. Amy Tan, talks with Nelson Selekere, a student from Nigeria, and learns about bullying prevention with Linda Kordek-Milton of Best Buddies.
Web Links:
hccs.edu/podcasts
hccs.edu/English
Bestbuddies.org/Texas
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/bestbuddies
https://twitter.com/BestBuddies
https://www.instagram.com/bestbuddies/
https://www.youtube.com/bestbuddies
#globaloutlook
#internationalstudents
#stopbullying
#bullying
#englishcomposition
#abilities
Guest: Shariq Abdul Ghani, Executive Director, Minaret Foundation
Interview focus is on building relationships between Christians, Muslims, and Jews to leverage understanding through ethics, empathy, and equality. Mr. Ghani speaks about food insecurities and food deserts and how they need to be addressed to leverage equalities.
Recorded: March 4, 2022
Guest: Russell Richard, American Thought Leader, Public Speaker, Author
Mr. Richard talks about the message behind the writing of his book, Hindsight: Lessons from COVID-19 Pandemic and how his writing of the book helped him to cope during the pandemic.
Recorded: March 4, 2022
In this episode, we learn about U.S. Steel’s veteran programs, meet an HCC staff member who began her HR career as a military spouse, and find out how veterans can start or grow a business with help from HCC.
Web Links:
Veterans' Voice website
hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS)
hccs.edu/veterans
HCC Entrepreneurial Initiatives
hccs.edu/smallbusiness
Email Contact
maya.durnovo@hccs.edu
March Workshops
English – https://hcc.idloom.events/capital-one-digital-academy
Spanish – https://hcc.idloom.events/capital-one-academia-digital
U.S. Steel
ussteel.com
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/unitedstatessteel/
https://twitter.com/u_s_steel?lang=en
https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-s-steel/
#veterans
#veteransvoice
#ussteel
#infrastructure
#careerplanning
#militaryspouse
#entrepreneur
#smallbusiness
As the COVID pandemic enters a new phase, we are all starting to look back at lessons learned and think about what innovations we can apply to our new normal. In this edition of The Topic, we’re looking at HCC’s Library Services. Guests: Mick Stafford, Executive Director, Library Services; Cynthia Belmar, Northwest College Library Director; Rumela Bose, Public Services Librarian.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Helpful Links
Library URL http://library.hccs.edu/
Library Survey – https://tinyurl.com/hcclib2022
Reading Culture webpage https://library.hccs.edu/reading_culture
Webinar Page URL: https://library.hccs.edu/online_instruction/schedule
#library
#makerspace
#readingculture
#webinars
#libraryresearch
#onlinelibrary
#onlineresearch
On this edition of The Topic, we look at why the study of history is important, and not just the traditional history of names and dates. We also look at HCC’s fashion archive and our art history offerings.
Guests: Samuel Hogsette, Ph.D., Instructor, HCC History Department; Cheryl Whitaker, M.F.A., Fashion Merchandising Program Coordinator; Bethany Herman, MLIS., Public Services Librarian, and Division Chair for Studio Art and Art History, in the Visual Arts program.
Host: Todd Duplantis
hccs.edu/history
hccs.edu/fashionmerchandising
fashionarchive.hccs.edu
www.hccs.edu/arts
https://hcc.events.idloom.com/
https://www.instagram.com/hcc_visual_arts
Subscribe to YAY VPA The HCC Arts on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yay-vpa-the-hcc-arts/id1468289266
https://www.facebook.com/hccfashionarchive
https://www.instagram.com/hccfashionarchive/
#history
#arthistory
#art
#fashion
#library
We’ve seen a lot in the news lately about issues in the global supply chain. One problem is a lack of qualified workers. Today we’re going to look at two programs that prepare students to contribute to the solution.
Guests: Professor James Lejean' Battieste MBA MOS MSSC NEP Divisional Chair Logistics and International Business Center of Excellence, Martin Garsee, Director of Transportation Training, and Ed Cuneo, a recent HCC graduate.
hccs.edu/logistics
hccs.edu/trucking
https://www.apprenticeship.gov/90-day-trucking-apprenticeship-challenge
Host: Todd Duplantis
#supplychain
#logistics
#trucking
#truckdriving
The Topic looks at the Translation and Interpretation program at HCC. For more information about the program, please visit hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/business/translation--interpretation/
Guests: Natalia Noland, PhD
Professor and Program Coordinator
Translation and Interpretation Program
Veronika Demichelis, MA, MBA.
ATA-Certified Translator. President-Elect of American Translators Association (ATA)
Adjunct Faculty, Translation and Interpretation Program
Ludmila Golovine
CEO & President, MasterWord
Ignacio Suarez
HCC Graduate
Translator & Interpreter for The Alliance
Veronica Andrea Garcia
Senior Language Access Coordinator, MasterWord
Host: Todd Duplantis
In this episode, Dr. LaShondra C. Jones, from the City of Houston - Mayor’s Office, Office of Veterans and Military Affairs, discusses how veterans can be involved in shaping public policy. And, Olga Schultz from HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success office introduces their new mentor program.
Helpful web inks:
Veterans Voice website
hccs.edu/VeteransVoice
City of Houston - Mayor’s Office, Office of Veterans and Military Affairs
houstontx.gov/vetaffairs/
Texas Workforce Commission
twc.texas.gov
Goodwill Houston
goodwillhouston.org
BakerRipley
bakerripley.org
HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS)
hccs.edu/veterans
Combined Arms
combinedarms.us
Workforce Solutions
wrksolutions.com
Social Media:
City of Houston - Mayor’s Office, Office of Veterans and Military Affairs
https://www.facebook.com/houston.cohova
https://twitter.com/COHOVA
#veterans
#veteransvoice
#cityofhoustontx
#civicparticipation
#publicpolicy
#supportingveterans
#mentor
Episode No. 31
Recorded January 2022
Guests: Dr. Zachary Hodges, Ph.D
President, HCC Northwest College
Marta Sambo
HCC student from Angola
Runsi Sen
Founder/president/CEO of Ovarcome
Ovarcome.org
Host: Mary Sit
Guests: Stephanie Bright, RN
Texas Forensic Nurse Examiners
Texas Forensic Nurse Examiners Hotline
(281) 306-6893
forensiccenterofexcellence.com
Instagram @theforensiccenter
National Human Trafficking Hotline
humantraffickinghotline.org
1-888-373-7888
Nissi Hamilton, Honorary Doctorate in Humanitarianism
Founder, Nissi’s Network, Inc.
nissihamilton.com
Pam Bluestein, President
Women of Christ - Lamplighters
Christ Church Sugar Land
christchurchsl.org
elijahrising.org
rescueamerica.ngo
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: we explore the awareness and prevention of human trafficking.
Guest: Yadira Trejo, Library Service Specialist, CafeCollege Houston, Houston Public Library
Interview focus is on the free services being offered by the Houston Public Library to aid individuals in career planning and preparing for college. This program has been in existence since 2015 and is designed after a successful program in San Antonio.
Record date: Jan. 14, 2022
Guest: Dr. Zachary Hodges, President at Northwest College, Houston Community College
Dr. Hodges talks about the challenges to public education, the importance of partnerships and what will be needed to move forward in the 21st century. He speaks about the importance of workforce programs and how equity in education is so vital to the future. Dr. Hodges also praises the benefits of having the Early College.
Record date: Jan. 14, 2022
Guests: Fheryl J. Prestage, MBA
Chief Information Officer (CIO) / Vice Chancellor, Information Technology
Antrece L. Baggétt, Ed. D.
HCC Faculty Senate President, 2021-2022
HCC Foundation Board Faculty Representative
Shantay Grays, Ed.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Student Services
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: we highlight the accomplishments of three African American women who have shaped the history of Houston Community College.
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor for Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer
Robert McCracken, MBA
HCC Executive Director of Risk Management
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: we discuss how HCC responded to the Omicron variant, and how we will address COVID moving forward.
Guests: Dr. Becky Hauri
Counselor, HCC Southwest College
Vy Nguyen
HCC student from Vietnam
Becky Chin
Owner/operator Chick-fil-A
Host: Mary Sit
Guest: Valhalla Clack, Director of Business Development at Harvest Natural Market
Interview focuses on the reason and mission of the newly formed, Food Insecurity Board for the city of Houston. Ms. Clack speaks about feeding and caring efficiently for the underserved communities, utilizing brick and mortar stores, mobile grocery stores and food deserts. She says that one of the main challenges is the "how, what and when to donate."
Guest: Dr. Christopher J. Wolfe, Assistant Professor, Political Science, University of St. Thomas
Dr. Wolfe speaks about his philosophy on "Unalienable Rights" and the role they play in the dignity of humanity. He speaks about how some rights are always protected, which is the "core of American government," and how "dignity has to be grounded."
Guests: Samuel G. West, Ed.D.
HCC District P-16 Director
Desmond Lewis, M.A.
HCC Dean of College Readiness
Zachary Hodges, Ed.D.
HCC President, Northwest College.
Joan Otten, Ed.D.
Director, GT/Advanced Academics
Katy ISD
Brandi Brotherton
Principal
Alief Early College High School
Shawn Calvert
Dean of Innovative Academies, Alief ISD
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Dr. Hossein Askari
Lead Faculty, Division of College Readiness
Jennifer Okafor
HCC student from Nigeria
CeeJay Joseph
Actor/performer
Host: Mary Sit
Guests: Margaret Ford Fisher, Ed.D.
President
HCC Online College
Camisha T. Broussard, M.F.A.
Professor, English
Rita Punch-Lagard, MOS, MBA
Professor-Business Technology
Loris Bradshaw, MA
Faculty, Medical Office Specialist Program
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: We discuss how HCC faculty provide opportunities to take both academic and workforce classes, and even entire degree programs, online.
Key links:
hccs.edu/online
hccs.edu/English
hccs.edu/businesstechnology
Guests: Clayton Kahan, MA
History Professor
Luisa Rochez, B.S. M.ED
Advisor, Case Management and Pathways
Natalie Garza, PhD
History Professor, Program Coordinator of the Bridge (Puente) Program.
Kacie Hicks
Student
Shane Kuimets
Student
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: The Topic looks at the Bridge (Puente) Program, designed to give students a community, or familia, to pursue excellence at HCC.
hccs.edu/bridge-program
Guests: Michael Webster, PhD
HCC Associate Vice Chancellor of Workforce Instruction
Alberto Urbina, CWI/CWE, ASNT Level II, EIT
HCC Dean, Material Science & Smart Manufacturing
Sidney Morris
Director of Training
Houston Area Plumbing Joint Apprenticeship Committee
Juliette Manning, MBM, CPP
Apprenticeship Navigator Coordinator
Elvia Sinay
Walgreens Pharmacy Technician
Renee King
Walgreens Pharmacy Technician
Host: Todd Duplantis
The Topic of conversation: A discussion of apprenticeships, how they fit into programs at HCC, and new industries using apprenticeships today.
hccs.edu/apprenticeships
Guests: Colleen Reilly, Ph.D.
Dean, Media, Visual & Performing Arts Center of Excellence
Suzette M. Brimmer, B.S., M.B.A.
Dean, Consumer Arts & Sciences Center of Excellence
Cheryl Whitaker, M.F.A.
HCC Fashion Merchandising Professor, Program Coordinator
Julye Newlin, M.H.
HCC Professor, Film
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Dr. Patrice May
Campus Director, Premier High School - Responsive Education Solutions
Kimberly Clayton
Director of Career Technologies, Responsive Education Solutions
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Guests: Dr. Patrice May
Campus Director, Premier High School - Responsive Education Solutions
Kimberly Clayton
Director of Career Technologies, Responsive Education Solutions
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Guests: Dr. Patrice May
Campus Director, Premier High School - Responsive Education Solutions
Kimberly Clayton
Director of Career Technologies, Responsive Education Solutions
Host: Margaret Ford Fisher
Guests: Ravi Brahmbhatt
HCC Director of Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Dr. Paul Lopez
Co-Chair TiE University
Monica Lee
App-A-Thon Spring 2021 Participant/HCC Alum
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Irene Greaves, Lovescaping.org
Ms. Greaves speaks about the role of unconditional love in the quest to survive and flourish. She talks about how love is a "basic need, an action, and how it transcends all actions." Ms. Greaves also speak about her 15 pillars of Lovescaping and the "need to re-humanize education."
Guests: Mark B. Amelang, Ethical Leadership, University of St. Thomas
Rev. Sandra Hall, Ethical Leadership. University of St. Thomas
Interview focuses on "Ethical Leadership and Social Justice" and the important role education plays in obtaining equitable results. Collaboration, social change, and equality , must be exhibited in the "change person" to push forward and pass boundaries, reaching a better understanding to equitable results in education. "Today's whole education system needs revamping," was the consensus of the guests.
Guests: Donald Parker, M.D.
Biology Instructor, HCC Inclusive Access Coordinator
Nathan Smith, Ph.D.
Philosophy Instructor and OER Coordinator
Veronica Amaku, Ph.D.
Biology Professor
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Erica Stevens, Ph.D.
HCC Instructor, English
Mary Lawson, Ph.D.
HCC Department Chair, English
Gisela R. (Bennie) Ables, Ph.D.
HCC Division Chair, History
Sharon Worley, Ph.D.
Adjunct Instructor, Art
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kelly Frels
Of Counsel, Bracewell LLC
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor for Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer
Abe Jim Bryant, Ed.D
Director of Auxiliary services and Campus Operations for NE college
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kelly Frels
Of Counsel, Bracewell LLC
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor for Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer
Abe Jim Bryant, Ed.D
Director of Auxiliary services and Campus Operations for NE college
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Marisol Montemayor, Ed. D.
Interim Dean, Division of College Readiness
Alberto Urbina, M. Ed.
Dean, Material Science & Smart Manufacturing
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor of Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Marisol Montemayor, Ed. D.
Interim Dean, Division of College Readiness
Alberto Urbina, M. Ed.
Dean, Material Science & Smart Manufacturing
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor of Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Cheryl Peters, Ph.D.
HCC Executive Director, Honors & Weekend College
Maya Durnovo, Ed.D.
HCC Chief Entrepreneurial Officer
Gwendolyn Drumgoole
HCC Risk Manager
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Samir Saber, MS-IT Sec, CISSP
HCC Program Director, IT Continuing Education
Raymond Keller
Professor/Camp Director
Shilpa Phanse, M.S.
Program Coordinator/Faculty: Computer Programming/Apple Fellow
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Jay Coppock
Executive Director, SERVE
setexasheroes.com
R.G. Ruelas
Post Commander, VFW Post 8790
vfwpost8790.org
James Mable, M.Ed.
HCC Director, Career & Job Placement Services
Guests: Han Tun Bala
HCC student from Myanmar
Anna Koshy, Ph.D.
HCC Associate Chair & Professor, Biology
Bennie Flores Ansell, MFA
HCC Professor, Studio Art & Photography
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Bob McCracken
HCC Executive Director, Risk Management
Janet May
HCC Chief Human Resources Officer, Talent Engagement
Rodney Nathan
HCC Interim Director, Talent Relations
Sean Fitzpatrick, Ph.D., LPC
Executive Director, The Jung Center
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Ranjana Varghese, MFA, Ph.D.
HCC Professor, English & Humanities
Elisa Diehl, MFA
HCC Instructor, Drama
Loc Tran, MBA
HCC Professor, International Business & Finance
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Amanda Materre
Educator, Author & Entrepreneur
Former HCC student
Host: Germaine Washington
Guests: James Mable, M.Ed.
HCC Director of Career and Job Placement Services
Ysa Abraham
Business Development Manager, AfroVibes TV and Radio
Cara Soleil White
Creative Director, AfroVibes TV and Radio
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Heather Melton
Outreach Specialist
Easter Seals of Greater Houston
Cornelius Blackshear, CRS
Senior Manager
Service Delivery Mission United
UnitedWayHouston.org
Christine Sato-Yamazaki
Executive Director
National Veterans Network
NationalVeteransNetwork.com
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph.D.,
HCC Vice Chancellor, Strategic Planning & Institutional Effectiveness
Shantay Grays, Ed.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Student Services
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services and CAO
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph.D.,
HCC Vice Chancellor, Strategic Planning & Institutional Effectiveness
Shantay Grays, Ed.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Student Services
Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services and CAO
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Phillip Nicotera, MD, MS.Ed.
President, Coleman College for Health Sciences
Patricia Pereira, MD, RMA BS
Instructor, Medical Assistant Program
Christopher Segler, MD
Doc On The Run
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Michael Webster, Ph. D
HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
JoEllen Price
HCC Executive Director of Financial Aid
Michelle Castrow
Strategic Planning Manager, Workforce Solutions
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Kelly Störmer
Executive Director
Combined Arms Institute
CombinedArms.us
Barbie Parker
Vice President of Fund Development
Goodwill Industries of Houston
GoodwillHouston.org
Juan Zane Crawford, Ph.D.
HCC Program Coordinator
Real Estate Department
Guests: Catherine O'Brien, Ed. D.
HCC Associate Vice Chancellor of College Readiness
Scott Godley, Ed.D.
HISD Senior Manager of Post-Secondary Programming
Jennifer Chadwick
FBISD Assistant Director of College Career and Military Readiness
Deborah Nordt, M.Ed.
SMSD Director, College and Career Education
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Zachary Hodges, Ed.D.
President, HCC Northwest College
Jay Neal, Ph.D.
University of Houston-Katy Associate VP, Academic Affairs
J.R. Rao, Ph.D.
University of Houston Associate Chair, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering
Brian Metrovich, Ph.D.
Director of Engineering Programs, University of Houston-Katy
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Elizabeth Singleton
United Student Council Vice President
Ashley Rhodes
Student Life Liaison
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Madison Cunningham
Special Events Manager
Easter Seals of Greater Houston
WalkWithMeHouston.org
Kevin Woods, USN Veteran
Mentoring and Wellness Coordinator
Mental Health America - Texas
mhahouston.org
Olga Schultz
HCC Certifying Officer, VMASS
Ana V. Canek, LPC
HCC Counselor, VMASS
Guests: Dr. Madeline Burillo-Hopkins, Ed.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor for Workforce Education
Michael Webster, Ph.D
HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Ruth Burgos-Sasscer, Ph.D.
Former HCC Chancellor, 1996-2000
Host: Zachary Hodges, Ed.D.
President, HCC Northwest
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Diane Nemecek
Regional Development Manager
Folds of Honor
FoldsOfHonor.org
Crystal Lee Laramore
Executive Director
Wheelchairs for Warriors
WheelchairsForWarriors.org
Heidi Hansing
Director of Partnership Development
Wheelchairs for Warriors
WheelchairsForWarriors.org
Ned Mueller
Entrepreneur in Residence
Center for Entrepreneurship HCC SE
Ravi Brahmbhatt
HCC Director of Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship
hccs.edu/vep
Guests: Ravi Brahmbhatt
HCC Director of Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Patrick Woock, Ph.D.
Director, McNair Center for Entrepreneurship & Free Enterprise
David Regenbaum
Entrepreneur in Residence, Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship
Maggie Peterson, MBA
Founder & Executive Director, Camp Shield
Host: Todd Duplantis
Director, producer, storyboard artist and author Mark Simon joins the show to discuss his new book "Attacked!" and talk about his career in the TV & film industry, including his work on hit shows like "The Walking Dead" and "Stranger Things."
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph.D.,
HCC Vice Chancellor, Strategic Planning & Institutional Effectiveness
Shantay Grays, Ed.D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Student Services
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Grenita Lathan, Ph.D.
Interim Superintendent, HISD
HD Chambers
Superintendent, Alief ISD
Dawn DuBose, Ed.D.
Chief of Schools, Stafford MSD
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Mehmet Argin, Ph.D.
Dean, HCC Global Energy Center of Excellence
Azita Ahosseini, Ph.D.
HCC Program Coordinator, Process Technology
Christopher Nickerson
HCC Student, AAS - Engineering & Technology in Instrumentation and Controls
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Natasha Pickard
Keystone Coordinator-Houston
Yellow Ribbon Fund
YellowRibbonFund.org
Donny Daughenbaugh USMC (retired)
VP - Field Operations
Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
SaluteHeroes.org
Luis Polanco De Leon, MBA
HCC Coordinator, Veterans Affairs
Guests: Colleen Reilly, Ph.D.
Dean, HCC Visual & Performing Arts Center of Excellence
Michael Flanagan, MFA
Instructor, Drama
David Sharma
Adjunct Professor, Audio Recording Technology
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Samir Saber Program Director, Continuing Education, Digital Information & Technology Center of Excellence
Fidelis Ngang, Ed.D. Professor & Division Chair, Computer Systems, Networking & Telecommunications
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Sandra Louvier
Director, Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship
Sarah C. Mercier
Owner/CEO, Learning Ninjas
LearningNinjas.com
Rachel Cevallos
President, Identity Plus, LLC
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Jay Coppock
Executive Director, SERVE
SETexasHeroes.com
info@setexasheroes.com
Katy Thorstenberg
Housing Counselor
Easter Seals of Greater Houston
James Mable, M.Ed.
HCC Director of Career & Job Placement Services
Guests: David Cross
HCC Director of EEO/Compliance, Office of Institutional Equity
James Mable, M.Ed.
HCC Director of Career and Job Placement Services
Robert Williams, M.Ed.
Director, Transition & Employment Services, Easter Seals of Greater Houston
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Amy E. Harris Tan, Ph.D.
HCC Dean, English and Communications
Jess Holland, MSA
Development Director, Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Norma Perez, Ph. D.
HCC Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services and CAO
Indra Paola Pelaez
HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Enrollment Management
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Jenny Lopez-Martinez
THRIVE Financial and Housing Coach & Case Manager
June Cartmill
Senior Case Manager
Semper Fi & America's Fund
TheFund.org
Carrie Grose
Case Manager
Semper Fi & America's Fund
TheFund.org
Ned Mueller
HCC Entrepreneur in Residence
Center for Entrepreneurship - HCC Southeast
Ravi Brahmbhatt
HCC Director of Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Guests: Catherine A. O'Brien, Ed.D., HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, College Readiness
Michael Webster, Ph.D, HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
Trent Middleton, HCC student recruiter
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Vanessa Grover
HCC Program Director, Outreach & Development
Melba Martin
HCC librarian, Public Service
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kelly Batterson
Executive Director, Bayou City Art Festival
Alex "Donkeeboy" Roman, Jr.
Artist and HCC alum
Jeryn Woodard Mayer, M.A.
HCC Professor, Art History
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale, Gallery Furniture
Michael Webster, Ph.D, HCC Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction
The Topic of Discussion: HCC's partnership with Gallery Furniture. Learn more at www.galleryfurniture.com/work-texas-trade-school.html
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Maggie Peterson
Executive Director, Camp Shield
CampShield.org
Jeff Pickard
Dive Instructor, WAVES Project
WAVESProject.org
Olga Schultz
HCC Certifying Official, VMASS
Guests: Nithy Sevanthinathan
Director of International Student Services
Tadia Diallo
HCC Alumnus
The Topic of Discussion: The reversal of the federal announcement regarding international student study visas.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Dan Hamilton
Special Assistant
Texas General Land Office
glo.texas.gov
Ariel Lara
Community Development Director
The Warrior's Refuge
TheWarriorsRefuge.us
Sonya Scott King MSED
HCC Advisor
Pathways and Case Management, VMASS
Guests: Edmund "Butch" Herod, Ph.D.
Director, West Houston Institute
Jordan Carswell
HCC Program Director, IDEAStudio and IDEAS Academy, West Houston Institute
The Topic of Discussion: The West Houston Institute and its role in helping the community during the pandemic.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Henry Yau
Public Relations & Promotions Director, Children's Museum Houston
Jackie Wallace
Senior Director, Public Relations, Houston Zoo
Caroline Goeser
Chair of Learning & Interpretation, MFAH
Latha Thomas
Senior VP of Marketing & Retail, HMNS
The Topic of Discussion: The reopening plans for Houston's museums and the zoo.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Henry Yau
Public Relations & Promotions Director, Children's Museum Houston
Jackie Wallace
Senior Director, Public Relations, Houston Zoo
Caroline Goeser
Chair of Learning & Interpretation, MFAH
Latha Thomas
Senior VP of Marketing & Retail, HMNS
The Topic of Discussion: The reopening plans for Houston's museums and the zoo.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Kurt Ewen, Ph.D., the HCC Vice Chancellor of Strategy, Planning & Institutional Effectiveness
Norma Perez, Ph.D., HCC Vice Chancellor of Instructional Services & CAO
The Topic of Discussion: HCC's plan for safe learning options for the fall
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Alberto Urbina, M.Ed., HCC Dean, Material Science Center of Excellence
Jeff Gricar, Ed.D., CPhT, PhTR., HCC Dean, Health Sciences
Carol Rosborough, JD, Professor, Business Technology
Rita Punch-Lagard, MOS, MBA, Professor, Business Technology
The Topic of Discussion: Material Science, Health Science/Business Technology programs
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Lucy Gonzales
President, Houston Lady Lions Club
Debra Marshall
1st Vice President, Houston Lady Lions Club
Facebook.com/HoustonLadyLions1
Joe Garcia
Director, Mission Possible
Career Gear Houston
CareerGearHouston.org
Ashley Gonzalez
HCC Veterans Academy
Guests: Dana Sturdevant, HCC Program Director, Community Education Beverly Hopson, HCC Yoga Instructor, Community Learning Program at Spring Branch Suzette M. Brimmer, B.S., MBA, Interim Dean, Consumer Arts & Sciences
The Topic of Discussion: Community Learning programs at HCC
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest: Dr. Michael Webster, HCC Associate Vice chancellor, Workforce Instruction
The Topic of Discussion: JobsNowHouston website
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Mohamad Tlass, HCC Interim Dean, Natural Science and Horticulture
Emmanuel Ewane, Ph.D., HCC Chair, Chemistry
DaeJan-Elizabeth Grigsby, HCC Chair, Biology
Kumela Tafa, Ph.D., HCC Chair, Natural Sciences
The Topic of Discussion: HCC Natural Sciences programs
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Zachary Hodges, Ed.D., President of HCC Northwest College
Javier Kypuros, Ph. D, Dean of the College of Engineering at UT Tyler
Andres Garcia, Ph.D, Director of the Houston Engineering Center for UT Tyler
The Topic: Discussion of the HCC Engineering partnership with UT Tyler.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge Al Tareen, President of the HCC Computer Science Club Samir Saber, HCC Division Chair, Computer Networking
Host: Todd Duplantis
Dr. Mahnaz Kolaini, HCC Director of Counseling and Ability Services, joins the show to provide some advice on how to face the next phase of the COVID-19 crisis.
Host: Todd Duplantis
HCC Economics professor Richard Gosselin joins the show to discuss the college's transition to online instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Host: Todd Duplantis
HCC EMS Program Director Vicki May joins the show to discuss how the college is training the next line of medical personnel that will help save lives during the pandemic.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Dr. Maya Durnovo, HCC Chief Entrepreneurial Officer, Rudy Cavasos, President & CEO, The BridgePath, and Austin Tenette, HCC Entrepreneur in Residence, join the show to discuss how businesses can weather the storm brought on by COVID-19.
Host: Todd Duplantis
The guests are Dr. Phillip Nicotera, President of the HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences, and Dr. Carla Tyson-Howard, Program Director, Health Information Technology.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals of Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Jimmy Rogers Jr. Founder & President, Boots For Troops Boots4Troops.org
Amy Harkins, Ph.D. Military & Veterans Family Services Easter Seals of Greater Houston
Kapree Thomas HCC Acting Director, VMASS
Guests: Velbert Lewis, President, F2F Music Foundation
Colleen Reilly, Ph.D., Dean, HCC Center of Excellence Visual & Performing Arts
Matias Garza, HCC Southwest College Dean of Student Success
The Topic of Discussion: Art Education at HCC
Host: Todd Duplantis
Actor John Feltch joins the show to discuss his time working at the Alley Theatre and in the Houston market.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Representatives from the Phi Theta Kappa honor’s society at Houston Community College discuss the powers of connection and how A.I. will revolutionize relationships.
Representatives from the Phi Theta Kappa honor’s society at Houston Community College discuss the powers of connection and how A.I. will revolutionize relationships.
Representatives from the Phi Theta Kappa honor’s society at Houston Community College discuss the powers of connection and how A.I. will revolutionize relationships.
Host Tim Stroud of Easter Seals Greater Houston, welcomes guests:
Jan Potts Vice President, Paws for Heroes PawsForHeroes.com
Fidencio Leija President & Founder, Operation HOLV HonorLocalVeterans.org
William (Bill) Foster HCC VA Assistant
Bianca Matlock HCC Director of Financial Aid Operations hccs.edu/EmergencyHelp
Guests: Katie Rangel, Culinary & Pastry Arts Program Coordinator Alex Chapman, HCC Fashion Professor Principal Costume Curator Bethany Herman, HCC Fashion Liaison Librarian Stacy Welcome, Ph.D., Dean, Student Success at HCC Central
The Topic of Discussion: Programs at the HCC Central College
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Norma Perez, Ph.D., HCC Vice Chancellor, Instructional Services & Chief Academic Officer Faiza Khoja, Ph.D., Senior Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, UHD Akif Uzman, Ph.D., UHD Dean, College of Sciences & Technology Michelle Moosally, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Programming & Curriculum, UHD
The Topic of Discussion: HCC’s partnerships with four-year universities
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guests: Glenna Nija, Chair of the International Student Committee, HCC Northwest SGA, international student from Cameroon Lateefah Adedeji, Co-chair of the International Student Committee, HCC Northwest SGA, international student from Nigeria Kiara Saravia, HCC Northwest SGA Secretary, international student from Chile Lyndee Le, International Student Ambassador, HCC Central, international student from Vietnam
Host: Christine Mompoint, President of the HCC Northwest SGA
Guests: HCC District IX Trustee Dr. Pretta VanDible Stallworth, and former HCC District II Trustee Bruce Austin.
Host: Dialogue Houston’s Laurence J. Payne
Guests: Bianca Matlock, HCC Director of Financial Aid Operations
Dominique Candley, HCC Financial Coach at Northwest College
The Topic of Discussion: Financial Aid for students. Visit hccs.edu/emergencyhelp for more information.
Host: Todd Duplantis
Guest is Scott E. Berrett, former television journalist for KRIV Fox26, CNN, and other organizations.
Host: Todd Duplantis