Podcasts about community college leadership

Welcome to this inspiring episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, where we dive into the importance and power of community colleges, civic engagement, and mentorship with one of host Jeremy C. Park's closest friends from grade school in Weatherford, Texas, Dr. Molly M. Harris, Vice President of Community Engagement at Grayson College.Dr. Harris has been a beacon in higher education for over 21 years, deeply committed to enriching lives and fostering community ties. Dr. Harris also is the one responsible for introducing Jeremy to his wife, Meredith, so this ChangeMakers episode offers a lot of fun, personal backstories between host and guest.Dr. Harris's academic journey began with a spark of passion for drama at Weatherford College, leading her to earn an Associate of Arts. She expanded her horizon at Texas A&M-Commerce, where she claimed both a BS in Theatre and an MS in Higher Education Administration. Her pursuit of educational leadership peaked with a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Mississippi State University.Today, Dr. Harris is the Vice President of Community Engagement at Grayson College, where she's a major force behind initiatives that range from foundational work and strategic communications to overseeing grants and the South Campus. Her role is crucial in integrating the college's resources with the community's growth, bringing education and community service together.Dr. Harris's dedication stretches into numerous community boards, from the Denison Area Chamber of Commerce to the United Way of Grayson County, showcasing her belief in the ripple effect of civic engagement.Living in Denison with her husband, Mark, and their daughter, Parker, Dr. Harris is a proud community member, a Mississippi State athletics fan, and a devoted family woman.In our conversation, Dr. Harris shares her personal and professional evolution, her pivotal role in shaping community college initiatives, and her insights on how mentorship and civic engagement can dramatically uplift careers. She believes community colleges are not just educational institutions but launchpads for societal contributions and personal growth.Join us as Dr. Harris enlightens us on making significant impacts, both in our careers and communities, through the nurturing grounds of community colleges. It's a journey of empowerment, engagement, and finding one's voice in the vast world of opportunities that community colleges provide.Visit www.grayson.edu to learn more about Grayson College and email harrism@grayson.edu to connect directly with Dr. Molly Harris. The ChangeMakers Podcast is produced by cityCURRENT and powered by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services. Be inspired by more positive media by following cityCURRENT here: www.cityCURRENT.com

Pamela Eddy is a professor of higher education and an affiliate faculty member at the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research. Her research interests include community college leadership and development, organizational change and educational partnerships, gender roles in higher education, and faculty development. Dr. Eddy serves as a consultant for campuses, system offices, and on funded grants regarding strategies to support community college student success and to support leadership development. She does all of this while managing a successful marriage, motherhood, and personal growth. I hope you enjoy her tips and personal insight on how she manages to get it all done with positive results. See below for helpful links and tips from the episode: Honey Stingers - https://honeystinger.com/collections/energy-chews?gclid=CjwKCAjwyY6pBhA9EiwAMzmfwfMlPg0gyEg5It6EREDyDMXr9kG8bLJkehMySWV4ue3wUbMbsURy_hoCEy4QAvD_BwE 5 tips to maintain motivation Pay Yourself First Work With Others - Workout Buddy Goals Grace Education

Cindy Alvarez works in higher education, is a Doctoral Candidate at Kansas State University for Community College Leadership and is a mom of a seven-year-old boy. In 2021, she founded Career Confident Mujer which is designed to empower and coach first-gen women to advance within their careers and learn how to voice their purpose and worth. Cindy offers a confidence coaching program and writes blogs to help first Gen professionals gain career confidence to articulate their value and level up in their careers. Links of your social media platforms https://www.instagram.com/careerconfi... https://www.facebook.com/careerconfid... https://www.tiktok.com/@careerconfide... / @careerconfidentm... https://www.etsy.com/shop/CareerConfi... Chicana & Latina Moms Channel shares live podcast interviews with chingonas/oes who share their knowledge and passion with the community. Unidos crecemos y nos ayudamos a crear una vida mejor. You can listen to this podcast on all podcast platforms: Apple Podcast Anchor Spotify. YouTube: https://youtu.be/Fb23X_a-toY

In Part V of our six-part series on continuing rural postsecondary education and workforce development, produced in collaboration with and supported by the Ascendium Education Group. Michelle chats with three education leaders who are doing some amazing work with rural colleges: Cindy Lopez,  Executive Director of Network Engagement at Achieving the Dream, who oversees designated ATD Network services, such as multiyear transformation initiatives for unique groups of colleges that includes minority-serving institutions and regional groups, as well as ATD's Building Rural Resiliency for the Future of Work project; Meredith Hatch, Director of Network Relations at Achieving the Dream, who provides leadership to identify and scale promising practices for use across the ATD Network of 300+colleges as well as serving as program manager for Building Resiliency in Rural Communities for the Future of Work project; and Monica Clark, deputy director for the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research. Lopez and Hatch discuss how ATD helps colleges build digital skills capacity and supports for low-income rural community college students to enter and have success in earning credentials that prepare them for high-quality jobs, and the importance of equity in college transformation. Clark describes the mission of her organization, the importance of data, the lessons learned from the Rural College Leaders program, and how the Belk Center is building on work that is already happening in North Carolina and nationally to support rural institutions. This episode and the entire six-part series is sponsored by the Ascendium Education Group, whose philanthropy aims to remove systemic barriers faced by certain learners, specifically first-generation students, incarcerated adults, veterans, students of color, and rural community members. For more information, visit ascendiumphilanthropy.org

Dr. Joel Bratton Jr. is native of Baltimore, the CEO and Founder of Project Hope Educational Consultants and a fierce champion for underserved and vulnerable populations. Dr. Bratton's research focuses on Black Male Achievement and Community Engagement in P-20 and Underserved Black Male Success in Community College and the Success of Black Male Mentoring Programs at Community Colleges and Universities. In addition to his research, Dr. Bratton has authored and contributed to several books and published peer reviewed articles. While teaching on the collegiate level, Dr. Bratton served as an education reviewer for Education and Urban Society (EUS) to evaluate peer review articles for publication. Dr. Bratton's highly anticipated memoir, Where I Started is Not Where I Will Finish is an engaging exploration of life's journeys and the moments that define us. Dr. Bratton has worked in public education for over 25 years with Baltimore City Public School System in several capacities. In addition, Dr. Bratton has participated in several Black male initiatives, including Baltimore's My Brother's Keeper Initiative (MBK-Baltimore) and programs focusing on fatherhood. Dr. Bratton received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from West Virginia State College (now University), and a Master of Science in Human Service Administration with a concentration in Children and Family Counseling from Coppin State University. He earned his doctoral degree in Community College Leadership from Morgan State University. Dr. Bratton enjoys serving his community with his organization, Project Hope Educational Consultants and his fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Dr. Bratton is involved on several boards, Black Girls Dive and the National Philharmonic Orchestra and a participate in the Board Pipeline Leadership Development Training Program. Dr. Bratton enjoys family time, reading, riding his bicycle attending sporting events, cooking and the outdoors. Recently, Dr. Bratton was on our show. He talked about Black K – 12 Students During And Post Pandemic. During our conversation, Dr. Bratton talked about: – His life growing up in Baltimore – How has his father influenced him – His mother's influence on his education – Where did his passion to help Black students start – How long has been helping Black men – Using his past education for the betterment of his students – If are older generations mentoring kids well – Reducing Baltimore's conflicts – The home environment for Black youth – Black K -12 students during the pandemic – What is he seeing post pandemic with Black youth – The school system falling short – How has this challenge gotten more difficult? – A recent mentorship success story – The toughest part of his Heartwork – If troubled students are becoming part of a lost generation – The impact of this lost generation – The role that government should have in reversing these issues – Who does he believe had more hope growing up? – If the Crime Bill has impacted these students – His message to the education system – His message to Black women – His message to young Black men – His message to Black men Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe 2020 Podcast News Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association 2018 Innovation Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association The Dr. Vibe Show™ At “The Good Men Project” One of the first Brand Ambassador's – Cuisine Noir Magazine Dr. Vibe – Producer And Co-host of Black Men Talking On WJMS Radio Dr. Vibe on HuffPost Live – August 2, 2013 2013 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Winner (Best International Blog) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2011 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best International Blog and Best Podcast Series) Black Blog Of The Day – Black Bloggers Network – June 23, 2011 Twitter Twitter hashtag: #DrVibe The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iTunes The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Spotify Dr. Vibe Media – You Tube The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Stitcher Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – TuneIn Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Google Podcasts The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iHeartRadio The Dr. Vibe Show™ at Anchor Linkedin – The Dr. Vibe Show™ Instagram The Dr. Vibe Show Facebook Fan Page

We welcome YOU back to America's leading higher education podcast, The EdUp Experience! It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #146, YOUR guest is Dr. Quentin Wright, President of Lone Star College-Houston North, YOUR guest cohost is Linda Battles, YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio, & YOUR sponsor is The Charles Koch Foundation! How should institutions of higher education work with the community & create partnerships to help students reduce barriers to degree completion? Listen in to find out! Dr. Quentin Wright is the Founding President of Lone Star College-Houston North. Prior to this position, he served as the Special Assistant to the Chancellor, Interim Vice Chancellor of Academic Success, Interim Vice Chancellor of Student Success, Vice President of Instruction at Lone Star College-Tomball & in the roles as Interim Vice President of Instruction, Academic Dean, & Speech Instructor at Mountain View College. Dr. Wright possesses a doctoral degree in Community College Leadership from the University of North Texas, Denton. His master's degree is from Angelo State University where he studied Communications. His undergraduate work is also from Angelo State where he received a bachelor's degree in Public Relations. Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio ● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! We make education YOUR business! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/edup/message

Occupational therapy assistant Amy Mahle is passionate about promoting the occupational therapist/occupational therapy assistant (OT/OTA) collaboration, uniting and motivating OT practitioners, advocating for occupational therapy, and finding solutions. She is the founding OTA Program Director at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in Salisbury, NC and co-author/co-editor of the comprehensive textbook, Adult Physical Conditions: Intervention Strategies for Occupational Therapy Assistants. Amy has been an active member of AOTA and the North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association for her entire career and has served in leadership roles in both, including President of NCOTA. She is currently pursuing her EdD in Community College Leadership at NC State University. Prior to her career as an OTA, she was a small business owner and worked in the social service sector. Connect with Amy: Via email at amy.mahle.cota@gmail.comVia her website - www.amymahle.comOn Instagram: @amyjanemahleOn Twitter @AmyMahleCOTAOn Facebook: Amy J. Mahle (professional page)Resources:The textbook Amy co-authored and co-edited: https://tinyurl.com/MahleBookDallas Herring lecture series: https://belk-center.ced.ncsu.edu/our-impact/executive-leadership-programs/dallas-herring-lecture/

This month's podcast explores how to serve others with integrity and humility. Victor B. Sáenz, Ph.D. is the W. K. Kellogg Professor in Community College Leadership and the Chair of the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy at University of Texas at Austin. He holds courtesy appointments with the LBJ School of Public Affairs, the Center for […]

Although many people see emotional intelligence as a soft skill, Dr. Stevie Dawn thinks the opposite; it is a hard skill for her. And she goes even further. Before anything, she stops and asks herself why her brain is pushing her in that direction? To Dr. Stevie, emotions are a byproduct of a hormonal response to a mental trigger, meaning every emotion has a thought behind it. To understand and have more control over our emotions, we need to step back a bit and look for the thought that triggered that emotion. Our guest, Dr. Stevie Dawn, is a Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Coach, Author, Corporate Trainer, and the CEO and Founder of Stevie Dawn Inspires, LLC. She helps those who have unrealized profits, un-lived aspirations, and underwhelming results. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Small Business Administration from Union University, a Master's Degree in Sociology from Wichita State University, and a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Colorado State University. In this episode, our conversation revolves around a different perspective of what emotional intelligence really is. We travel back in time to the moment Dr. Stevie decided to investigate more about emotional intelligence, a decision that would change her life. We learn to use our feelings to leverage our day rather than letting them put us down, and much more. We also analyze the different relationships men and women have with their emotions; we talk about our mantras, the enneagram, and much more. Some Questions I Ask:Why did you decide to actually focus on emotional intelligence? (7:09)How has studying emotional intelligence impacted your life? (10:17)What does arguing from an emotional intelligence perspective looks like? (10:48)Let's say I want to go for a promotion at my job. How do I do it without having to defend myself? (22:48)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Dr. Stevie's definition of emotional intelligence (3:47)How can we listen to people through their emotions and not ours (6:41)About the difference between how men and women deal with their emotions (15:43)How do I feel today? Take a pulse check at the beginning of the day (32:08)We are in the driving seat. The apex predator mindset to face life (35:13)Resources:Dr. Stevie Dawn websiteAlways Be The SharkMonday Morning Coffee Club podcastBook: Dr. Stevie Dawn - Networking 101: Foundation for SuccessBook: Dr. Stevie Dawn - From 0 to 6 FiguresConnect with Dr. Stevie:LinkedInInstagramTwitterFacebookLet's Connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #TransferNationTalks, we discuss the realities of working full-time while attending graduate school as Judith Bauer with @NISTS delves into conversation with two #TransferChampions who are currently juggling grad school and full-time employment as transfer professionals. Our guests, Krysti Turnquest and Chris Ziemba-Tolbert, discuss their decision behind going back to school, speak on their journey through higher education, and share some strategies and tips to help you manage this ongoing balancing act.Guest Bios:Krysti Turnquest is the Project Director of the Accelerated Transfer Academy (Title V grant) at the University of Houston-Downtown. She is also a 3rd-year Ph.D. student in the Measurement, Quantitative Methods & Learning Sciences program at the University of Houston. Chris Ziemba-Tolbert is the lead instructor for ACA 122 (College Transfer Success) at Gaston College (a community college in North Carolina). She is currently working on her dissertation to complete an Ed.D. in Community College Leadership at North Carolina State University. Resources:The Writing Workshop by Barbara W. Sarnecka - free and comprehensive resource on academic writing https://osf.io/z4n3t/ Writing Your Journal Article in 12 Weeks: A Guide to Academic Publishing Success by Wendy Belcher https://wendybelcher.com/writing-advice/writing-your-journal-article-in-twelve/Qualitative Research in Education - Facebook group (free) hosted by Kakali Bhattacharya. This supportive group includes grad students and more experienced academics. https://www.facebook.com/groups/859037534601518 Prolific (paid) - online community for academics hosted by Katie Linder https://www.drkatielinder.com/work-with-me/ Thrive PhD (paid) founded by Katy Peplin - online community, writing programs, coaching https://www.thrive-phd.com/community2 National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity offers grad student writing groups and resources on productivity (paid, but check to see if your institution is a member) https://www.facultydiversity.org/ #NISTS #TransferChampions #GraduateSchool #TransferNation #TransferSuccess #TransferPride #TNTalksKeep talking with Transfer NationIG: @WeAreTransferNationTikTok: @TransferNationTwitter: @TransferPrideFB Group: Transfer NationEmail: WeAreTransferNation@gmail.comShow CreditsHost | Judith BrauerGuest | Krysti Turnquest & Chris Ziemba-TolbertSound Editing | Abraham Urias

This episode features an interview with Rogue Community College (RCC) student Lynne Hamblin who returned to school to get her GED and enroll in the college's award winning co-enrollment/integrated education and training program that offered simultaneous access to credit courses and additional wraparound supports.  Lynne was honored as the selected student speaker for the 2021 College Commencement ceremony last spring.RCC College President Dr. Cathy Kemper-Pelle talks about the importance of adult education programs and how the co-enrollment model directly supports the college mission, strategic plan priorities, and the college shifting to being student ready. She also discusses the recent passage of Oregon HB2835, the Benefits Navigator Bill, and other critical resources.  Dr. John E Roueche, Executive Director of the John E Roueche Center for Community College Leadership at Kansas State University, and nationally recognized higher education leader and scholar, shares insightful community college history and reflects on the importance of being open access institutions that are also equally focused on student success. Dr. Roueche emphasizes the importance of faculty and staff taking a human-centered and holistic approach to supporting students.

Dawn Person is Professor Emeritus in the Educational Leadership Department at California State University, Fullerton. She serves as the Director of the Center for Research on Educational Access and Leadership (C-REAL), a solution-focused, data-driven research center that serves community partners in Los Angeles and Orange county as well as national and international associates committed to issues of educational leadership and student achievement. Throughout her tenure at CSU Fullerton, she served as coordinator of the higher education programs, the doctorate in Community College Leadership and the masters of Science in education with a concentration in student affairs. Prior to her decade of college teaching, Dawn served as a counselor, advisor, and administrator in student affairs, coordinator of programs and services in support of students of color, international students, first-year students, and student athletes. She serves as a consultant to colleges and universities on program evaluation, student retention, organizational change, and equity issues. Dr. Person has co-authored books and written numerous articles and book chapters on student retention for African Americans, and women and student athletes of color. Among her many honors and awards, Dawn received the American College Personnel Association's Diamond Honoree Award, a lifetime achievement award and the Most Valuable Professor Award. She remains active with the ACPA, NASPA, and other professional associations.

Melissa is joined by Dr. Todd Cimino-Johnson, a fellow ODU Monarch to discuss his dissertation research into the LGBTQ Community College student experience in Appalachia.   Todd graduated from Old Dominion University in Spring 2021 with his Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Community College Leadership.   

Roberta “Robbie” Teahen's professional experiences include secondary and postsecondary teaching and leadership roles.  Dr. Teahen most recently served as Associate Provost at Ferris State University and as founding director of the Doctorate in Community College Leadership.  Effective January 2021, she will continue teaching and dissertation advising in this nationally recognized leadership program.  Prior to joining Ferris as a dean and her subsequent associate provost role, Dr. Teahen spent more than 30 years at Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City, Michigan, where she began as an adjunct faculty member and concluded her career as the Dean of Workforce Development.  Throughout her long administrative career, Dr. Teahen has consistently taught in the areas of business, education, and leadership.  Teaching assignments have included undergraduate and graduate teaching for Northwestern, Ferris, Western Michigan University, and Michigan State University. She earned her doctorate in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education at Michigan State University in 2000.  Professional endeavors include extensive service to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as a team chair, assessment mentor, and member of the Institutional Actions Council.  She is also a long-serving board member of the Community College Baccalaureate Association and serves on a committee of the Association for the Advancement of Learning in Higher Education. Recent recognitions include the Athena Grand Traverse Award in 2014, the Distinguished Woman in Higher Education recognition by the Michigan chapter of the American Council on Education (ACE) in 2015, and being selected as a Fellow of Northwestern Michigan College, the college's highest honor, in 2020. Robbie is committed to the value of education and learning and regularly helps others to advance their educational and professional careers.  In her personal life, she has been married for 50+ years, has two beautiful and intelligent grown daughters, and three amazing grandchildren.  For fun, she enjoys theatre, travel, golf, cooking, and time with many good friends.     

During this conversation, Dr. Shaun L. McKay showed his depth of knowledge and range of expertise in everything education. Not only will every student resonate with this, but every faculty person, teacher, administrator, politician should too. There is great gold in what is said during this conversation. Dr. McKay is an accomplished leader in post-secondary education, who, from 2010 to May 2019, served as President of Suffolk County Community College, the largest community college in the State of New York, with an annual enrollment of over 30,000 credit-earning and 8,000 continuing education students. Before that he served as Executive Dean, CEO of Suffolk’s Grant Campus, serving the western communities of the county. Prior to joining Suffolk, Dr. McKay served as Director of Planning for the Community College of Baltimore County and spent eight years in various positions at Morgan State University. He has also taught both undergraduate and graduate courses at several institutions. With a slew of degrees, Dr. Shaun McKay is knowledgeable in the following: Ed. D. in Higher Education Administration with a specialization in Community College Leadership from Morgan State University in Baltimore, M.A. in Management and Communication from the College of Notre Dame in Baltimore and B.S. in Business Management from the University of Maryland, College Park. Lastly, Dr. McKay created an integrated planning model when at Suffolk County Community College. His work helped engage students and also teachers to perform at their best. Keep in mind that around the 58 minute mark there is one cut. That was only due to a technical issue. Other than that, enjoy this conversation with Dr. Shaun McKay! Attached Things/Links Mentioned: Dr. Shaun McKay’s Background Dr. Shaun McKay’s Journey Faith The Importance of Detachment Google Education Skilled-Based Training Education at Large Suffolk Community College Work Leadership Leadership - “Don’t do the same, do different.” (Dr. Shaun McKay) “The day you stop learning is the day you cease to exist [metaphorically].” (Dr. Shaun McKay) “Leadership is really followership. I’m following you as you innovate and improve.” (Dr. Shaun McKay) “The baseline is education.” (Dr. Shaun McKay) Achieving the Dream Foundation Great Communication is Great Listening Technology Emerging Markets Growth Mindset Dr. Shaun McKay’s Facebook Dr. Shaun McKay’s Twitter Dr. Shaun McKay’s LinkedIn Dr. Shaun McKay’s Website #DreamBIG #ImproveYourselfImpactLives To see what we are up to and what is going on around the Dream BIG & Co community you can follow us on the following platforms: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook Vimeo Snapchat Tik Tok LinkedIn Medium Our Spotify Playlist

✨Congratulations to Valarie White on being our PowerUp Hero of TeachingSuperpowers: Empowerment and ResilienceLISTEN ONLINE: www.poweruphero.org Valarie White’s passion is people development. She was educated at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. She earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development and a Master of Education with a concentration in Adult Education. She is currently completing a Doctorate in Community College Leadership with Ferris State University. The focus of her research and dissertation is equity and inclusion in a Hispanic Serving Organization. Valarie is the owner of FOCUS Consulting Services. She founded this company to support organizations to develop employee’s professional skills, including soft skills, customer service, and corporate team-building. Valarie's expertise in leadership development has allowed her to travel globally to share that knowledge while fulfilling her mission to "Go and teach all nations." In addition, Valarie’s team at the Alamo Colleges District has earned the Association for Talent Development (ATD) Best award. They are also the two-year recipient of the Chief Learning Officer Learning Elite Award. Find out more about Valarie via email: valarie@focus2accomplish.com Congratulations on being our PowerUp Hero of Teaching!Nominate our next hero here: www.poweruphero.orgPowerUp Your Life.#PowerUpHero #WorkHuman #NextGen#EliminateTechPoverty #PowerUpWork#WakeUpToPowerUp #PotentiaSursum#TimeToWork #Herowww.powerup.org

There are lots of colleges across the United States to choose from and community colleges are one of the best kinds. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher about what makes community colleges so special. Eboni is currently at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she holds three important roles as Professor of Higher Education and Community College Leadership, Director of the Office for Community College Research and Leadership, and Executive Director of the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC).Dr. Zamani-Gallaher has received numerous awards for her work, including the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) Senior Scholar Award, the American College Personnel Association Senior Scholar award, and the Founder's Service Award from the Association for the Study of Higher Education's Council on Ethnic Participation to name a few.Eboni holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with a specialization in Community College Leadership and Educational Evaluation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her teaching, research, and consulting activities largely include psychosocial adjustment and transition of marginalized collegians, transfer, access policies, student development and services at community colleges.The Did You Know segment suggests a website to help students with financial aid planning. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about what to do when your first college choice is too expensive.Time Markers01:25-Welcome Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher05:50-The Basics about Community College09:15-The Types of Credentials One Can Earn in Community College10:30-Common Misconceptions about Community College15:45-Did You Know: student aid.gov16:27-Ask the Expert: Eboni's Advice for How Students Can Navigate Community College40:45-Ask Dr. P: What To Do When Your First College Choice Is Too ExpensiveResources Mentioned in this EpisodeArticle: New Research on Reverse Credit Transfer and the Value of an Associate's Degree by Jason TaylorWebsite: studentaid.gov Dr. Zamani-Gallaher's BioGot a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

In January 2020, Ron Slinger became the 9th President of Miles Community College located in Miles City, Montana.  Prior to taking this position, he served as Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Strategic Partnerships, and Workforce Solutions at Red Rocks Community College in Colorado.  During his career, he has raised over $36 million dollars in capital needs, scholarships, academic program support, and student support services.  Ron has a long track record of building strategic partnerships that benefit the community, employers, and the faculty, staff, and students of the college he is working for. Ron has been elected to four public offices: County Commissioner, Mayor, City Council, and School Board.  He is currently in the final stages of completing his Doctorate in Community College Leadership from Ferris State University (Michigan).  He holds a Masters Degree in Higher Education Student Affairs from Bowling Green State University (Ohio)and a Bachelors Degree in Communications from The Defiance College (Ohio).  At Defiance College, he was a four-year starter and three-time captain on the football team as well as a four-time national qualifier on their speech team.

Geoffrey started his early years wanting to be a Pediatrician. The problem? He didn't excel in science only because he didn't realize the full visuals biology presented. It was not for him. A mentor came along and explained there were different ways to be a doctor.Today Geoffrey is following that path. Learn more about his passion for students' succeeding with encouragement, and tough love!Learn more about his program PRIDE - Pupose, Respect, Initiative, Determination and Excellence, and why it was named that.Thank you Geoffrey!You can reach out to Geoffrey at geoff.colbert1@gmail.comMore about Geoffrey:Geoffrey Colbert is the Senior Director of Athletics, Student Conduct and Executive Associate to the VPSS. Geoffrey, a North Carolina native, previously held the position as the Associate Director of Howard PRIDE, the colleges black male leadership program. He brings a wealth of experience working with diverse populations of students that includes his tenure as Program Manager of the Year Up program at Baltimore City Community College, and with the federal TRIO programs, Student Support Services at Radford University and Upward Bound at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Geoffrey holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from Radford University, a Masters in Higher Education with a concentration in Higher Education Administration, and is in a doctoral program in Community College Leadership at The Morgan State University.#entrepreneurmind #succeeding #entrepreneurspirit #successminded #inspiration #change #education #lifelessons #buzzsprout #podcast #podcasting #Spotify #GooglePodcast #TuneIn #stitcher #ApplePodcast #iHeartRadio #Pandora #PodcastAddict #Podchaser #Deezer #Listennotes #Overcasat #Pocketcast #Castro and #CastPost #iamthatgal #liftyourstory #liftyourstorypodcast #education #educationalsuccess #GeoffreyColbert #students

Community colleges have always served students and their surrounding municipalities and counties in ways that other educational institutions do not, and crisis conditions only amplify their impact. Amy and Mike invited Cuyahoga Community College Director Heidi Nicholas to highlight the crucial role of community colleges in the time of COVID-19.  What are five things you will learn in this episode? How did the COVID crisis affect operations at community colleges in spring 2020? What does summer 2020 look like at some community colleges? What is the best guess about fall 2020 conditions at community college? Why do community colleges present such great educational opportunities during times of crisis? Why might community college be the smartest choice for college students in fall 2020? MEET OUR GUEST Heidi Nicholas is currently the District Director of Enrollment Management and Dual Enrollment at Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland, Ohio. Prior to assuming this role, Heidi served in several positions at Tri-C; Completion Manager, Interim Assistant Dean of Students at both Eastern and Metro Campus, and Student Success Specialist. Prior to working at Tri-C, Heidi held positions in admissions and recruitment at several private colleges. Heidi’s most notable achievements include the 2018 Cuyahoga Community College, President’s Award for her contributions in increasing the IPEDS graduation rate and the 2013 Innovation of the Year Award by the League of Innovation. Heidi is active in the Kent State University Alumni Association and is a College Now Greater Cleveland professional mentor. Heidi graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University and her Master’s Degree in Adult Learning and Development from Cleveland State University. She has completed coursework toward a Doctorate in Community College Leadership from Ferris State University and is currently A.B.D. Find Heidi at Heidi.Nicholas@tri-c.edu RELATED EPISODES ATTENDING A COMMUNITY COLLEGE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS DURING A GLOBAL PANDEMIC FAMILY CONVERSATIONS ABOUT COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page.

For this episode, you'll hear from Audrey Jaeger — executive director of the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State University. She covers the mission of the center, its impact, and their biggest opportunity to amplify all 58 community colleges in the next few years. Jaeger was also recently awarded the NC State University's 2020 Alumni Association Outstanding Research Award.

Topics Discussed in this Episode:Kim’s leadership in community colleges and the opportunities for women to lead in this space. The importance of leadership affinity groups in our careers.A.C.E.’s Women’s Network and the Moving the Needle initiative focused on getting more women into the college presidency role. The crucial role that community colleges play in higher ed. Resources Discussed in this Episode:Kimberly LeeACE Women's NetworkGeorgia Association of Women in Higher Education (GAWE)ACE Women's Network: State Networks DirectoryMusic Credits: Magic by Six UmbrellasSound Engineer: Ernesto Valencia

For many students, community college represents the path to academic and career success, while others only see a stop on a longer educational journey.  County by county and state by state, these institutions truly focus on community. Amy and Mike invited Cuyahoga Community College Director Heidi Nicholas to describe the experience and advantages of attending a community college.  What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is distinctive and great about attending community college? What is campus life like at a community college? How does the community focus of these schools benefit students? Are there programs community colleges offer that cannot be found anywhere else? What kinds of students thrive at community colleges and which do not? MEET OUR GUEST Heidi Nicholas is currently the District Director of Enrollment Management and Dual Enrollment at Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland, Ohio. Prior to assuming this role, Heidi served in several positions at Tri-C; Completion Manager, Interim Assistant Dean of Students at both Eastern and Metro Campus’, and Student Success Specialist. Prior to working at Tri-C, Heidi held positions in admissions and recruitment at several private colleges.  Heidi’s most notable achievements include the 2018 Cuyahoga Community College, President’s Award for her contributions in increasing the IPEDS graduation rate and the 2013 Innovation of the Year Award by the League of Innovation. Heidi is active in the Kent State University Alumni Association and is a College Now, Greater Cleveland professional mentor.  Heidi graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University and her Master’s Degree in Adult Learning and Development from Cleveland State University. She has completed coursework toward a Doctorate in Community College Leadership from Ferris State University and is currently A.B.D. Find Heidi at Heidi.Nicholas@tri-c.edu ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page.

Today we rethink Technical and Vocational Education and Training. Instead of looking at it from a human capital approach, my guest, Leesa Wheelahan, looks at it from a productive capabilities perspective. Together with Gavin Moodie and Eric Lavigne, Leesa Wheelahan has recently co-written a new report for Education International entitled Technical and vocational education and training as a framework for social justice: Analysis and evidence from World Case Studies. Leesa Wheelahan is Professor and William G. Davis chair in Community College Leadership at the Ontario Institute for Education Studies at the University of Toronto. This episode was put together in collaboration with Education International. www.freshedpodcast.com/wheelahan/ ‎ Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

One of the most exciting public policy projects going on in North Carolina is the report of the My Future NC Commission. It is a report setting an “attainment goal” for our state of how many people we think we need to have at what level of education if our state is going to be successful. The dramatic increase in our attainment rate goal is not going to just happen, but will take our 58 community college organizations across the state that are within easy reach of just about everybody. This week’s First in Future guest Audrey Jaeger, the head of the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State, talks about how the community college presidents are able to listen carefully to the specific needs of their communities and form the real partnerships to make a difference. She works with their leaders daily on how they will help NC achieve the attainment goal from the report of reaching 67% of the adult population equipped with more than a high school degree in the next 10 years.

Dr. Natalie Harder has dedicated her professional career to making education available to everyone. Whether you have achieved a third grade education or a doctorate in philosophy, the open access policy at South Louisiana Community College ("SLCC") provides the opportunity to pursue the education you desire at an affordable price. Adult education is now a key focus for SLCC. Harder believes that the low educational attainment rate in Louisiana is holding our state back. Backed by statistics showing that low socioeconomic indicators and poor quality of life are directly related to a lack of education, Harder is determined to change this dynamic. Dr. Harder assumed the post of Chancellor of SLCC in February 2012. The first in her family to attend college, Dr. Harder earned her doctorate in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University in Norfolk VA. Jokingly referring to the fact that she majored in economics in undergraduate school with no prospect for a job, Harder emphasized that certification for marketable skills is what many employers are looking for in candidates who can show up ready to work, not necessarily a four year diploma. And, in today's world, some type of college/certification is necessary to keep up with rapidly changing workforce requirements. During her first year of service, Dr. Harder oversaw the merger of SLCC and Acadiana Technical College. A second merger on July 1, 2018 with Young Memorial Campus of South Central Louisiana Technical College (SCLTC). now enables SLCC to serve a South Louisiana region totaling more than 6200 square miles from Houma to Ville Platte. The average age of an SLCC student is 26 to 27. They are working while attending classes and typically not eligible for financial aid through programs such as PELL grants. Keeping costs down for the students is imperative, and Harder is a proponent of Open Educational Resources which offers online books and study materials the students can download at no cost. In the past year, this initiative has saved students $1.9 million in textbook expenses. The #1 reason students don't finish college is "life" according to Harder, and events such as a shortage of money, lack of transportation, and other roadblocks can short circuit the best laid plans. Harder still teaches a class each semester so that she can stay in touch with the students' lives and challenges. Sixty percent of SLCC students graduate without debt, and for those with debt, it is typically under $7,500.00. The top jobs in the region that keep SLCC busy teaching relevant certification courses are commercial truck driving, nursing, healthcare related fields, accounting and IT/application software techs. These jobs may be obtained without piling on credits that are not directly related to the skills needed to have a successful career. With a majority of adults in Louisiana lacking college degrees, Dr. Harder is a proud spokesperson for the "55 by 25" initiative with the goal to increase the proportion of working adults in Acadiana with postsecondary degrees, certificates, or other high-value credentials to 55% by 2025. Acadiana is the first region in Louisiana to back this initiative which was launched by One Acadiana and backed by other community partners such as SLCC, UL - Lafayette and business leaders. For more information on South Louisiana Community College, visit https://www.solacc.edu.h SLCC has had a 95% increase in their maritime program.SLCC's Crowley campus offers the in-demand commercial truck driving certification.SLCC covers a 6200 square mile area from Ville Platte to Houma.

This week, CCVoice talks to Dr. Walter Bumphus, Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton and Dr. John Roueche about community college leadership.

Glenda Barron stopped by last week and we had the best conversation about her background growing up in deep east Texas-not northeast Texas, she said. It's "deep east" Texas-in the little town of Joaquin. She talked about her educational journey, her time working for the Texas legislature and the Higher Education Coordinating Board, and her current role as President of Temple College. Resources mentioned on today’s episode: What Excellent Community Colleges Do: Preparing All Students for Success, Joshua Wyner   Redesigning America’s Community Colleges: A Clearer Path to Student Success, Bailey, Jaguars, Jenkins   Gone with the Wind, Margaret Mitchell   To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee  

I met Dr Tia McNair at the Research Symposium at the University of Michigan. She is highly intelligent and knew her stuff and I, along with the audience, was intrigued. She discussed diversity, equity and inclusion and broke it down so that it was easy to follow along. Dr Tia Brown McNair is the Vice President in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Student Success at Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) in Washington, DC.  She oversees both funded projects and AAC&U's continuing programs on equity, inclusive excellence, high-impact educational practices, and student success, including AAC&U's Network for Academic Renewal series of yearly working conferences.  McNair also directs AAC&U's Summer Institute on High-Impact Educational Practices and Student Success. McNair serves as the project director for several AAC&U initiatives: "Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation," “Committing to Equity and Inclusive Excellence: Campus-Based Strategies for Student Success,” and Purposeful Pathways: Faculty Planning and Curricular Coherence.” She directed AAC&U's projects on "Advancing Underserved Student Success through Faculty Intentionality in Problem-Centered Learning,” "Advancing Roadmaps for Community College Leadership to Improve Student Learning and Success,” and "Developing a Community College Roadmap. McNair chaired AAC&U's Equity Working Group that was part of the General Education Maps and Markers (GEMs) project that represented a large-scale, systematic effort to provide “design principles” for 21st-century learning and long-term student success. She is the lead author of the book Becoming a Student-Ready College: A New Culture of Leadership for Student Success (July 2016). McNair is a co-author on the publication Assessing Underserved Students' Engagement in High-Impact Practices.  Prior to joining AAC&U, McNair served as the Assistant Director of the National College Access Network (NCAN) in Washington, DC. McNair's previous experience also includes serving as a Social Scientist/Assistant Program Director in the Directorate for Education and Human Resources at the National Science Foundation (NSF), Director of University Relations at the University of Charleston in Charleston, West Virginia; the Statewide Coordinator for the Educational Talent Search Project at the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission; and the Interim Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment Services at West Virginia State University. She has served as an adjunct faculty member at several institutions where she taught first-year English courses. McNair earned her bachelor's degree in political science and English at James Madison University and holds an M.A. in English from Radford University and a doctorate in higher education administration from George Washington University.   To connect with Dr Tia McNair: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/aacu  * Website: http://www.aacu.org/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Association-of-American-Colleges-and-Universities-48308128458/

Gordon talks with Dr Troy Swanson, an Associate Professor / Teaching and Learning Librarian at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, IL. In December Troy completed his PhD in Community College Leadership at Old Dominion University. His dissertation was titled The Administration of Community College Blogs: Considering Control and Adaptability in Loosely Coupled Systems. In the podcast, Troy discusses some of his findings.Here’s some dissertation background from Troy:Web 2.0 technologies present an unlimited potential for outreach to the public by college employees. This presents a conundrum for community college administrators that David Weinberger calls "the conundrum of control." This conundrum is that organizations need to find a way to organize people around technology to ensure that it is used to further the organization’s mission. Yet, in terms of 2.0 technologies, the more controls that are put in place, the less useful the tools become.  There is also a second conundrum around technology that challenges mangers. This is that the more controls that are in place around a technology, the easier it is to communicate and transfer that technology across the organization. But, the more difficult it is for organization members to adapt the technology to meet new needs. As one of oldest form of 2.0 technology, the management of blogs presents lessons that we can use for other, newer, 2.0 technologies. I interviewed administrators and blog authors at community colleges across the US to see how colleges were managing their blogs. The focus was on administrative blogs as opposed to course-related or faculty blogs that discussed their research.  The larger purpose of the study was to see how easily the technology could adapt to new needs and whether campuses were restricting the use of blogs. What kinds of guidance were campus leaders giving to bloggers who were representing the college? The study’s findings offer a peak into how the administrative structures of community colleges impact technology and Web 2.0. Links:Troy’s Email: swanson@morainevalley.edu Troy on Twitter: http://twitter.com/t_swanson Moraine Valley Library Link (includes blogs, podcasts, Facebook, etc): http://www.morainevalley.edu/library/