Episodes

  • S2Ep5: Movember
    Nov 27 2023

    What is the "Movember" movement? Why talk about men's physical and mental wellness? Listen to Dr. Johnny Scott, Mr. Ron Carson, Ms. Jennifer Drum, LCMHC, and CVCC student Obadiah Jillcha as they reflect on the importance of men's health.

    TW: Mentions suicide

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    31 mins
  • S2E4: SkillsUSA
    Nov 16 2023

    If you've taken a course at CVCC, chances are you've seen a SkillsUSA banner in the classroom! SkillsUSA is a national competition that encourages the academic, professional, and personal skills of each student.


    On this episode, we are joined by CVCC's very own Tammy Muller, Executive Director of Strategic Business Partnerships and SkillsUSA. Tammy speaks on the ways that "Skills" impact and influence students--not just in the classroom, but also throughout the rest of their lives.


    To inquire about SkillsUSA at CVCC, contact Tammy at tmuller@cvcc.edu. To learn more about the organization, please visit www.skillsusa.org.

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    27 mins
  • S2E3: Stay Near, Go Far
    Sep 25 2023

    CVCC Alumna Heather talks about her unique educational journey and the ways a CVCC Foundation Scholarship impacted her student leadership roles and her career goals! Plus, Heather shares info on the "Art of Compassion", a local movement which brings together several resources and organizations for the benefit of our community.


    Visit https://theartofcompassion.net/ to learn more!

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    23 mins
  • S2 Ep. 2: Giving Back in the Classroom
    Aug 23 2023

    What is it like gaining field experience in Health Information Technology and then returning to CVCC years later to teach it? In this episode, we'll hear from two CVCC instructors who did just that--and wouldn't choose any other career path.

    “It’s about giving back…[Health Information Technology] has been a good life for us, and if we can help students find that avenue, it’s a blessing.” – Barbara Beatty, Director of Health Information Technology at CVCC


    Learn about CVCC's Health Information Technology program

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    23 mins
  • S2 Ep1: Workforce Connectivity
    Aug 14 2023

    Welcome back, Red Hawk Nation!

    Today, our host Cassidy Collins sits down with members of the latest CVCC Workforce Connectivity team--Tammy Buff, Christy Lefevers, Sia Moua, and Teresa Ray--to discuss what Workforce Connectivity is, how students can utilize their resources, and, most of all, how the community can participate!


    Upcoming Workforce Connectivity Events:

    Resume Presentation--Thurs. Sept 14th, 3:00 pm (location: WSC 1001)

    Interview Tips Panel--Thurs. Oct 19th, 3:00pm (location: WSC 1001)

    Career Fair--Thurs. Nov 9th, 1:00pm (location: West Wing Commons)



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    29 mins
  • Ep. 17: Introducing SOAR Commons
    Jun 26 2023

    Student Opportunities and Academic Resources (SOAR Commons) is CVCC's one-stop shop for all things learning! Located in the 2nd floor of the CAD Building (aka the Library), SOAR Commons is open year-round to students of any age or degree program. Listen to staff members Staci Wilson and Krysten Buchanan share some of the terrific aspects of the Library, Academic Success center, and other new happenings!


    Check out some of the resources mentioned in this podcast:

    Hoopla

    Digital Theatre+

    Libby

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    24 mins
  • Ep. 16: Work-Study At CVCC
    Jun 12 2023

    A Wingin' It behind-the-scenes, all about Work-Study: What it is, why you should participate, and who qualifies at CVCC. Plus, a current Work-Study student tells how this experience shaped her ambitious goals for a career in marketing & graphic design!

    Find out more - CVCC Work-Study program


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    28 mins
  • Ep. 15: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
    May 9 2023

    Mulan Lee, HR Generalist and Sia Moua, Work-Based Learning Coordinator come to chat about CVCC's CommUNITY Day event, the significance of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage month, and share the significant traditions of the local Hmong community.


    *DYK? CVCC can connect you to professional language-learning resources. Check out "Transparent Language", which includes courses in Hmong as well as a variety of other languages.

    Instructions to login with CVCC Credentials

    NC Live Online/Transparent Language

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    28 mins