Everything RVC

In this episode, we talk to RVC alumna, Dawn Dundas.  Dawn's RVC story is packed with examples of both positive and challenging experiences that led her to a career in social work, specifically working with trauma and the LQBTQ+ community.  Her warrior spirit is evident in each unexpected story that speaks to how her time at RVC shaped her personal values.

Pat Young and Tricia Wagner talk about the amazing impact RVC’s Adult Education programs have on our region and the ways they feel we could be doing even more. They share personal stories of seeing lives change before their eyes, and educate us on the diverse Adult Education programs offered at RVC. By the end we learn about Pat’s happy place, and an exciting side venture of Tricia’s that just might make her famous one day.

In this episode,  RVC Foundation Board Vice-President, LoRayne Logan, talks to us about how dreaming bigger for others helps people dream bigger for themselves.  You'll learn how her life has been defined by service to those who have had the odds stacked against them and why she believes that education is the vehicle to empowerment.  Special Feature:  Find out why LoRayne named the Educational Resource Center (ERC) after Estelle M. Black.

In this episode, Adjunct Professor of Computer Information Systems, Paul Newell,  teaches us about his careers in programming and accounting.  Learn about his fascination with first-generation technology, including cell phones and digital cameras.  Stay until the end to find out how he overcame his fear of public speaking and took his talents on the road.

Love. Justice. Compassion. Grace. Join us for an unforgettable hour with Dr. Michelle Rotert and discover what it takes to feel fully alive. No exclamation points. Bonus feature: You'll learn which musical artist makes Michelle bop in her seat.

In this episode, Amanda is the sole host and David takes the "hot seat" as the guest as Amanda guides David on a narrative journey using Dr. Mark Savickas' coveted  "Career Style Interview."  Listen in to see if David has chosen the right career path and find out how our earliest memories can inform our career choices.  To learn more about Dr. Savickas' "Career Style Interview," visit alfredadler.edu.

Working at Rock Valley College was always on Christine’s “bucket list.” Find out why it meant so much to her, and what she and her team in Records & Registration do every day to help students and faculty. We also uncover her passion for music and how it led to a magical moment at Disney World.

RVC Alumna Gretchen Beaman shares her personal story of resilience and how RVC, and specifically support from RVC faculty and staff, helped her overcome tremendous adversity and self-doubt.

VP of Student Services Dr. Patrick Peyer takes us on a historical journey detailing his career path and passion for on-boarding students into college life.  Find out what it takes to create "golden moments" for new students and learn about his leadership philosophy and orientation strategies. He also shares what class he wants to take at RVC when he finds the time.

RVC Alumna Elizabeth Branney-Gant floors us in this intellectually stimulating conversation about how attending RVC shaped her life. Learn how she credits numerous faculty members, Model United Nations, and Kohl's for leading her on the path to become an expert in fraud prevention. Stay until the end to hear her talk about her passion for peace and fighting injustice. She is an RVC star and we are so proud of who she has become.