For this episode on College Matters we had a chance to talk to Juliet Stipeche the director of the Mayor's Office of Education!  Juliet tells us about their Hire Houston Youth program which offers youth ages 16-24 opportunities for internships and jobs throughout the Houston area. All positions are from public and private employers and are even compensated! This allows for both the benefit of experience and time. 

To learn more visit the website at 

https://hirehoustonyouth.org/

For this episode of College Matters we had the chance to interview Ms.Sangeeta at the University of Houston-Downtown. Ms.Sangeeta is the program director for Houston Prep which helps middle and high school students participate in a hands on summer program. This program gives a glance of STEM education and even SAT prep. The Houston Prep program is provided at no cost to accepted students

To learn more visit the website at https://www.uhd.edu/academics/sciences/houston-prep/Pages/default.aspx

For this episode of College Matters we had the chance to interview Nakia Edwards at Houston Community College! Nakia Edwards is the director of workforce and career training under adult education at HCC. We were informed of a grant that they offer which could change your life for only $20. You can get certified in construction management or even in healthcare academics. 

To learn more visit the website at https://www.hccs.edu/programs/adult-education/career4u-academy/

For this episode on college matters we  Ariel; a robotics mentor for the Innovation laboratory. Ariel is an alumni and has been working with the robotics team this passed year. He has put in a lot of determination and technical skills into his mentorship. Ariel and his team members have even qualified to compete in the robotics team World Championships! In this episode Ariel talks about how the robotics team has gotten where they are today. 

For this episode of College Matters we had the chance to interview Caitlin Fuller at the University of Houston Hilton College! Caitlin currently serves as the recruitment manager at Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management 

We had the chance to speak to Caitlin about different programs they have to offer and scholarships that can awarded towards their students.

For this episode of College Matters we had the chance to interview Dr. Schoger at the University of Houston! Dr. Schoger currently serves as the Human Development & Family Studies Program Area Coordinator. 

We had the chance to speak to Dr. Schoger about stress and how to build coping mechanisms to overcome stress. 

Director of Career and & Job Placement Services James Mable informed us about amazing services at the Houston Community College. Houston Community College offers various degrees and courses to serve the needs of its individual students. HCC offers multiple education facilities and seven state-recognized Career and Technology/ Business programs. HCC is not only a place where you can take core classes but also a college where you can pursue a career. More information is at https://www.hccs.edu/support-services/career-planning/

Executive Director Marsha Lindsay at the Job Development, External and Employer Relations informed us about amazing services. Lone Star College is the Texas' largest and nation's 4th biggest community college system. Several partnerships with other institution makes your transition smoother. More information is on http://www.lonestar.edu/career-services.htm

We had the chance to record a podcast with Elsa Schieffelin at Rice University! 

Elsa Schieffelin presented to us the resources that Rice University offered, as well as the changing of the job market to reflect a new reality: New employers are looking for skilled college graduates then those with titles, that internships are paramount to the needs of the 21st century workforce. 

Click here to access Rice Universities Center for College Readiness!

During this episode of College Matters we had one of Harmony's first Alumni who has begun her practice as a dentist in the United States! 

Ilka shares her experience in Dentistry School, her job experience, what she may have done differently if she could re-do her educational experience and gives pointers to aspiring dentistry and medical students!