Bobcat Chat

Want to learn more about HCC’s Student Government Association? Our SGA officers sat down with us on this edition of Bobcat Chat to share more about SGA, why it’s great to be involved, and how you will learn some life-long leadership and teamwork skills by being a part of this group.
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2025-2024.php

What is Career and College Promise? Find out in this episode of Bobcat Chat. CCP helps local high school students achieve their collegiate dreams in a unique way. From full pathways to Career and Technical Educational opportunities, there are many benefits to this free program. Discover if this path is right for your 9th-12th grader!
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2025-2024.php

Haywood County’s first multi-town Ice Fest is coming this January. Get ready to chill out at the NC Smokies Ice Festival January 26-28, 2024. Brace yourself for some jaw-dropping ice sculptures and thrilling interactive ice games! This weekend-long event will also feature an ice skating rink, delicious dining specials, shopping deals, and will be capped off with a 5k at HCC! We chatted with the Director of the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority, Corrina Ruffieux, to get all the great details about this event.
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2025-2024.php

Choosing a new career path can be filled with hopes and dreams for the future but can be daunting. We chatted with David and Doug, representatives for the Dislocated Worker Grant to find out more about the grant, who qualifies, and how members of our community can get the support they need to return to the classroom or the workforce. Have a listen to learn more about this grant and how you my qualify. HCC is pleased to partner with their team to share information about the possibilities with our students and the community. https://wncdislocatedworkergrant.com/
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

Ever wonder what RCAC stands for and why it’s so special? The Regional Center for the Advancement of Children is five-star daycare located on the campus of Haywood Community College. We chatted with two of our leaders to understand why socialization is so important for children, the importance of hiring great teachers, and how this facility is a learning lab for our Early Childhood Education students.
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

Do you know what our Financial Aid department does and why it’s so impactful for our students? Hear from our specialists about what they can do to help students make the most of their financial aid application to get as much financial support as possible for their educational journey. 2023 marks an important year with the FAFSA application so give a listen to learn more about the changes coming and how you can be prepared. And a huge shout out and thank you to our financial aid team and all the hard working teams out there that help with the financial aid process for all students, we certainly could not do it without your hard work!
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

Ever wonder what PTK stands for? It’s more than just initials with this student club! Phi Theta Kappa is an invitation-only student club for students looking to be engaged with their college beyond the classroom. From volunteerism and supportive events, this club is one that spans many colleges. Hear from two members of this club and their club advisor (a PTM alum herself) about why this group is so supportive and why it’s important to try something new. As one student stated – you don’t know until you try. So give this a try!
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

You may be a bird person, or not a bird person, but either way this episode is super fun! Andrew Isenhower, one of our Natural Resource instructors sits down with us to share some of his favorite odd bird sounds. You’ll hear from birds such as the Wood Duck, Barn Owl, Acorn Woodpecker, Northern Cardinal, and a very special one only found in Australia. Grab those binoculars and get ready for a great time on Bobcat Chat with a variety of bird calls and learn a little about the birds while enjoying their calls.
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

Haywood Community College will hold the first Dahlia Ridge Trail Run on Saturday, September 16. This 5k is a family-friendly walk/run event open to all levels of runners, walkers, and hikers. Participants will receive a t-shirt and enjoy a post-race party with live music and food available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Haywood Strong Scholarship for displaced mill employees. Online registration is open through September 13, and participants need to register by August 30 to be guaranteed a race shirt.
Haywood Community College has worked hard to expand the on-campus trail system this past year. This project was officially completed in May, and with the trails reaching over 3 miles on campus, coordinating a fun run seemed an appropriate next step.
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php

HCC is planning many exciting events and reasons for students to connect this fall. In this episode we sat down with Ethan Hall, Coordinator of Student Life. He gives us the scoop on planned activities, his hopes for students, and a little about his time here at HCC when he was a student. With the start of the fall semester upon us - welcome to Season 2 of Bobcat Chat!
Transcript: www.haywood.edu/marketing/podcast-2023-2022.php