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 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
1/16/25 • 29:45
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
1/15/25 • 28:32
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
12/18/24 • 28:31
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
12/5/24 • 29:45
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
12/3/24 • 28:32
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
11/21/24 • 29:45
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/
11/14/24 • 29:46
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
11/14/24 • 28:31
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
11/7/24 • 29:45
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
11/7/24 • 28:32
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.
10/30/24 • 28:42
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
10/24/24 • 29:45
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
10/23/24 • 28:31
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.
10/17/24 • 30:02
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
10/10/24 • 29:45
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
10/8/24 • 28:32
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.
9/30/24 • 29:46
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
9/18/24 • 28:31
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
9/12/24 • 29:45
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
9/10/24 • 28:31
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
9/5/24 • 29:45
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
8/26/24 • 28:31
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
8/22/24 • 29:45
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
8/20/24 • 29:45
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
8/6/24 • 28:32
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
8/2/24 • 28:31
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
8/1/24 • 29:45
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
7/30/24 • 28:31
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
7/29/24 • 29:45
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.
7/29/24 • 29:57
