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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.

Veterans' Voice: June 2025 06/04/2025

Veterans' Voice: June 2025 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36854525

The Topic: English and Communications 05/30/2025

The Topic: English and Communications 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36794010

The Topic: Landscaping 05/22/2025

The Topic: Landscaping 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36681500

The Topic: National Nurses Week 05/08/2025

The Topic: National Nurses Week 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36487745

Veterans' Voice #63: May 2025 05/07/2025

Veterans' Voice #63: May 2025 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36476710

The Topic: Grants - Commercial Truck Driving 04/24/2025

The Topic: Grants - Commercial Truck Driving 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36300090

The Topic – Banking Basics with PrimeWay FCU 04/18/2025

The Topic – Banking Basics with PrimeWay FCU 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36222180

The Topic: VICEROY Scholars 04/10/2025

The Topic: VICEROY Scholars 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36089560

Veterans' Voice #62: April 2025 04/09/2025

Veterans' Voice #62: April 2025 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36069595

It's Your Business: #72 04/07/2025

It's Your Business: #72 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/36041970

The Topic: HCC Coleman College & Prairie View A&M University team up with Bright Futures Summer Day Camp 04/03/2025

The Topic: HCC Coleman College & Prairie View A&M University team up with Bright Futures Summer Day Camp 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 [email protected] 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35997735

The Topic: HCC’s VAST Academy 03/27/2025

The Topic: HCC’s VAST Academy 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35893270

The Topic – Financial Focus: Women and Finances 03/20/2025

The Topic – Financial Focus: Women and Finances 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35796050

Veterans’ Voice: March 2025 03/07/2025

Veterans’ Voice: March 2025 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35580915

The Topic: Career Week 03/06/2025

The Topic: Career Week 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35565235

The Topic: Recreational Sports 02/27/2025

The Topic: Recreational Sports 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35473380

The Topic: Grants/OER 02/20/2025

The Topic: Grants/OER 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35370835

Line By Line: Making Your Mark Through the Arts #13 02/20/2025

Line By Line: Making Your Mark Through the Arts #13 "Line By Line" delves into the Houston Community College Drama programs and checks out last semester's play productions. /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35369455

The Topic: Heart Health Month 02/13/2025

The Topic: Heart Health Month 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35277615

The Topic: Financial Focus – The Behavioral Side of Your Money 02/07/2025

The Topic: Financial Focus – The Behavioral Side of Your Money 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35191580

Veterans' Voice: February 2025 02/05/2025

Veterans' Voice: February 2025 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/35168325

The Topic: Career Fairs and Internships 01/23/2025

The Topic: Career Fairs and Internships 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34986235

The Topic: Respiratory Therapy 01/16/2025

The Topic: Respiratory Therapy 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34886840

Veterans' Voice #59 - January 2025 01/15/2025

Veterans' Voice #59 - January 2025 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: [email protected] 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34869360

It's Your Business: #71 12/18/2024

It's Your Business: #71 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34513840

The Topic: Financial Focus - Holiday Finances 12/05/2024

The Topic: Financial Focus - Holiday Finances 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34307625

Veterans’ Voice: #58 - December 2024 12/03/2024

Veterans’ Voice: #58 - December 2024 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34272655

The Topic: Getting ready for finals 11/21/2024

The Topic: Getting ready for finals 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/34098246

The Topic: Apprenticeships 11/14/2024

The Topic: Apprenticeships 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/ /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/33937527

It's Your Business: #70 11/14/2024

It's Your Business: #70 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 /episode/index/show/hcctvpodcasts/id/33936622

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