The digital divide has existed for decades, but it came into sharp relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. HCC responded by planning Digital Access Centers across the system. On October 24, Coleman College for Health Sciences will open its center. 

Host: Darin LaMar Baskin, Ed.D. Director, Quality Enhancement Plan, Strategy Planning and Institutional Effectiveness

Guests: Diana Castillo, Ed.D. Chief Operations Officer HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences

Amanda Guerrero, MBA Director of Instructional Support, Academic Instruction

Mick Stafford, MLS Executive Director, Library Services   Web Links: https://library.hccs.edu/home https://www.hccs.edu/locations/coleman-college/

#digitalaccess #library #HCCcoleman #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation

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 President, Bradlink LCC, PermitUsNow

Host: Veronica Douglas, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CTCM Manager, Small Business Development Program

When something goes wrong and we need help, we turn to our first responders. HCC is helping educate the next generation of public safety professionals. Today, we’ll learn about our Public Safety Center of Excellence and take a closer look at our 911 Dispatch program.

Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications, Instructional Services

Guests: Vedron Bordeaux Fire Protection Technology 

Jessica Snead Lead instructor, 911 Emergency Dispatch Academy

Mia Lynn Brousard Master TCOLE, Field Train Officer, Instructor Development

Web Links: https://www.hccs.edu/centers/public-safety/

#publicsafety #firstresponders #dial911  #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation

In this episode, we learn about how Harris County helps veterans navigate the criminal justice system, how HCC supports veteran entrepreneurs and how veterans can get “hands on” for growth.

Guests: Jason Williams Deputy Director, Harris County VSD

Ravi Brahbhatt, MBA Director of Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Initiatives.

Rod Lopez President, Future Operations Base (FOB)

Web Links: hccs.edu/Veteransvoice hccs.edu/veterans harrisvets.com hccs.edu/smallbusiness futureoperationsbase.org

#veterans #veteransvoice #entrepreneurship #hobbies #skilledtrades #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation

A healthy and safe water system is essential to life, especially in a city as populous as Houston. HCC has a program to train students to keep that water flowing.     Guests: Andrew Johnson III Director, Industrial Technology and Energy

Brandum Pierson, D.M. Adjunct Instructor, Basic Wastewater Operations

Taylor Escamilla HCC Student   Web Links:  hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/basic-wastewater-operations/

#water #nontraditionalstudents #WeAreHCC #HoustonCommunityCollege #RealWorldEducation

September is Workforce Development Month. We’ve been looking at some of HCC’s excellent workforce programs all month, but today we’re going to zoom out for a strategic view.  

Host: Darin LaMar Baskin, Ed. D. Director, Quality Enhancement Plan, Strategy, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness

Guests: Dr. Madeline Burillo-Hopkins, Vice Chancellor, Workforce and President, Southwest College; Dr. Michael Webster, Associate Vice Chancellor, Workforce Instruction; and Mohamad Tlass, Director, Workforce Quality and Development.

#wkdevmonth #workforce #labormarket #apprenticeships #workforceeducation

September is Workforce Development Month. On today’s Topic we’re looking at unusual and fascinating careers that you can pursue with a degree or certificate at HCC.  

Host: Amy Tan, Ph.D. Dean, English and Communications

Guests: Shenesse Britton Chair, Cosmetology

Adelaida Mayorga, NCCER Master Trainer FT Faculty, Continuing Education Instructor & Acting Program Coordinator

Scott James Meyer, JD, Ph.D. Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal Technology   Web Links and Contacts: hccs.edu/cosmetology https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/public-safety-transportation--consumer-services/cosmetology/

hccs.edu/continuing-education/ce-programs/occupational-safety-and-health-administration-osha/

Industrial Technology & Energy  713.718.2070  [email protected]

hccs.edu/paralegal https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/business/paralegal-technology/

scottjamesmeyerlaw.com

#workforce  #wkdevmonth #careers #cosmetology #OSHA #workplacesafety #paralegal

In this episode, we look at career opportunities in the Veterans Health Administration and how to access benefits and services through Harris County. We also remember 9/11, and its impact on veterans and first responders.

Guests: Eric J. Osterbeck Senior Strategic Business Partner VISN 16 Human Resources

Jason Williams Deputy Director, Harris County VSD

Captain Richard Ponce Chaplain, Houston Fire Department

Web Links: Veterans’ Voice website hccs.edu/VeteransVoice

HCC’s Veteran and Military Affiliated Student Success Office (VMASS) hccs.edu/veterans

usajobs.gov

HR-STAR/VA Careers: vacareers.va.gov/hr-star/ https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Nonclinical-Professionals-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Pathways Internship Program: usajobs.gov/StudentsAndGrads

Pathways Recent Graduates Program: opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/

harrisvets.com

houstontx.gov/fire

#veterans #veteransvoice #VA #veteransadministration #chaplain #firefighters #9-11 #9/11 #September11

The last few years have seen some incredible challenges: Hurricane Harvey, COVID, winter storms, and now searing heat. Once-in-a-lifetime events are now no longer once in a lifetime. We all have to be more resilient. Today we’re talking about the resilient workforce.

Host: Nakia Edwards HCC Executive Director, Adult Education

Guests: Michelle Castrow Senior Manager, Employer & Community Engagement  Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions

Robert McCracken, MBA, ARM Assoc. Vice Chancellor, Risk Management & Resilience

Web Links: hccs.edu/resilience wrksolutions.com

#resiliency #workforce

Guest: Christoper Jones, Ph.D., Durham University UK

Interview is a continuation of show A. This episode focuses on society's ongoing challenges and how "love" has to be brought into the DEI equation. Dr. Jones talks about "understanding the love factor" and then "loving self first." He talks about how one can write his/her own story, which is the challenge. "Learning comes from the processing of experiences," says Dr. Jones.

Record date: Sept. 8, 2023