Houston Community College was recently chosen as one of the new locations to offer VetSuccess on Campus, a program that helps veterans transition from military service to academic life. HCC is one of 62 new locations opening this fall, which brings the number of VSOC schools across the country to 94.

More than 2,000 students were honored during Houston Community College Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, at NRG Stadium. Watch video, see photos and follow on social media.

Instructor is awarded for his winning business plan.

The HCC Adult Education Program has been recommended for an award of $425,000 to lead a consortium that include Del Mar and Galveston Colleges funded by the THECB Accelerate Texas (ATX) initiative.

The HCC International Business program is the first in the region to offer Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) approved courses in Translation and Interpretation.

Houston Community College Apprenticeship program has been appointed as a gateway college to promote the new U.S. Department of Labor and Department of Education Registered Apprenticeship-College Consortium (RACC).

Scholarships to students attending the HCC Vocational Advancement and Social Skills Training (VAST) Academy was initiated by a gift from HCC Trustee Robert Glaser.

Neeta Sane was among the 300 women nominated for inclusion on the seventh annual “50 Women” list.

HCC Adult Education Partners Awarded to deliver community based job training.

At a special meeting held on Thursday, January 15, 2015, the Houston Community College Board of Trustees elected Zeph Capo as chairman.

Rockets centers Dwight Howard and Donatas Motiejunas joined Rockets Sr. VP of Corporate Development, John Croley and Houston Community College Chancellor Dr. Cesar Maldonado in announcing the launch of an exciting new STEM program that teaches students the fundamentals of rocketry.

Students received hands-on practice in game-changing science course survival techniques such as flashcard making, concept mapping and Cornell note taking, using actual science lecture and textbook materials.

STEM Clubs around the district are gearing up for another very active semester.

Houston Community College students, staff and trustees participated in the parade.

The energy-efficient facility is designed to provide training for high-growth, advanced manufacturing trades, including welding, pipefitting and robotics.

These days, it’s hard to imagine running a business or doing research without the Internet. But when Willie Caldwell first started working at Houston Community College four decades ago, most office workers had to rely on typewriters, telephones and the postal service to communicate. Over the years, her Business Technology students have gone from using floppy disks and dial-up modems to laptops and cloud storage.

So far, an estimated 10,420 students in 523 sections of gateway science courses (BIOL 1406, CHEM 1411 or PHYS 1401) have participated in the QEP case study module experience.

To make life easier for both faculty and students, HCC faculty will be able to submit vetted OERs into a Survey Monkey website. From there, the professor-approved OER information will be entered into a database to be posted on LibGuides in the HCC online library.

County, City, HCC work together to create opportunities in Fort Bend County.

Trained professionals will be available to assist students with health coverage enrollment, appointments and questions.

If you are an HCC college, department or student organization seeking to purchase a table at the 2015 scholarship gala, please know that your reservation and purchase will be classified as "tentative" until February 13.

A new partnership between HCC and Loyola University New Orleans will allow students who complete their core courses at HCC to transfer seamlessly to the four-year university. Students can apply their credits to any field of their choice beginning in the Fall 2015 semester.

The association hopes to raise enough support to establish an emergency assistance fund for alumni and students to help throughout the year.

Nearly 400 middle school students were on hand at Space Center Houston as Houston Community College and the Houston Rockets launched “Rockets Science,” a special spring semester curriculum for 6th-8th grade students.

Professor Jacqueline Giles to discuss groups who are underrepresented in mathematics.

Seven faculty members were recognized by the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence.

Amanda Fisher bested students from two-year and four-year interior design programs.

Nearly 100 guests, including community leaders, corporate executives, elected officials, members of the HCC Board of Trustees, and donors attended the HCC-ASPIRE kickoff event that raises scholarship money for deserving students.

Houston Community College faculty, staff and students are encouraged to apply for this award.

The site is built based on a responsive web design which provides an optimal viewing experience across a wide range of devices from desktop computer monitors to mobile phones.

The KHOU 11 morning news team passed out iTunes gift cards to students.

Jake Freund says he has been retired for 18 years, but his colleagues at the Houston Area Sheet Metal Training Center might argue that. The former Houston Community College Sheet Metal instructor says the training center is his “second home” where he still occasionally pokes his head into a classroom, tinkers in the workshop, and enjoys talking with others in the business.

In an effort to answer the call for more classroom space and enhanced facilities, Houston Community College continues to make progress on its $425 million Groundbreaker Bond Program. On Feb. 24, HCC will hold a town hall meeting for the new Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) facility at the HCC Southeast Felix Fraga Academic Campus.

The Houston delegation of NEWH, The Hospitality Industry Network, recently hosted an HCC Interior Design student at the NEWH Leadership Conference and Product Showcase in Dallas.

The Board of Trustees at Houston Community College has authorized the Chancellor, Dr. Cesar Maldonado, to submit an application to the Commission on Presidential Debates in support of hosting a 2016 presidential or vice presidential debate.

Houston Community College was honored by Preservation Houston at the annual Cornerstone Dinner as one of the 12 winners of the 2015 Good Brick Award for excellence in historic preservation.

Officials will break ground on the new 36,400-square-foot facility in a few weeks.

Magdalena Pamula and Rebecca Grotte competed with students from other colleges across Texas and Louisiana.

As a member of the Houston Community College Board of Trustees it is my privilege to serve you. My goal as your HCC Trustee is to provide easy access to higher education and VOCATIONAL/WORKFORCE training for all district residents. This will lead to more jobs and better jobs for district residents leading to better living conditions and achievement of the American Dream.

Through the agreement, HCC will provide prerequisite training to potential clients who are pursuing subcontracting opportunities with Metro.

The funds will be used to augment current workforce training at Jack Yates and Stephen F. Austin high schools.

The culinary arts program, which has produced numerous locally and nationally recognized chefs, entrepreneurs and restaurateurs, will move from its current location at 3100 Main to occupy its own building on the campus of HCC Central.

The donation will be used to plant a new tree in honor of the school in front of the historic, 100-year-old San Jacinto Memorial Building at HCC Central.

The remarkable journey for Luis Suarez, a native Columbian F-1 student, has been characterized by many successes at Southeast College, leading to admission into the University of Texas at Tyler. He received the University of Texas at Tyler transfer President Scholarship for the fall 2015 semester, an unprecedented accomplishment for an F-1 Visa student

Jesus Martinez, a native of Monterrey, Mexico, received a private scholarship to participate in the International Air and Space Program (IASP) hosted by the NASA Johnson Space Center in November of 2014, along with international students from other countries.

Houston Community College was well-represented at the 77th annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo parade on Saturday.

Students can register and use the online tutoring system at hccs.askonline.net.

As we march forward in 2015, it is exciting to share the growth of Houston Community College, which includes additions to its educational programs and expansions of campuses all across the region.

The Houston Community College Board of Trustees has approved the $3.6 million purchase of 41 acres on Texas Parkway in Missouri City.

The energy-efficient facility is designed to provide training for high-growth, advanced manufacturing trades, including welding, pipefitting and robotics.

The popular professor first started her career at Houston Community College in 1971, which makes her the college system’s longest-tenured employee.

Houston Community College continues to make progress on its $425 million Groundbreaker Bond Program.

Houston Community College held a luncheon at the Junior League of Houston to honor students, faculty and staff and thank donors for supporting HCC-ASPIRE.

Houston Community College participated in a Lift Off party Friday, March 6 prior to the Rockets' 103-93 win over the Detroit Pistons.

The chilly, windy weather did not keep supporters away from the groundbreaking ceremony for the new STEM facility on the Felix Fraga Academic Campus of Houston Community College Southeast.

A program at HCC helps students find a way out of homelessness by creating a new career in service to the community as a Community Health Worker.

The Houston Community College Mail/Distribution Centers/Loading Dock will be open to accept mail and packages on select days through the Spring Break Holiday.

HCC CTLE announces Dorsetta Williams as Manager, Instructional Design Services

At the summit, which was emceed by KHOU news anchor Len Cannon, committees throughout the district presented their status on this year’s objectives, which included how they successfully implemented two of the five goals and identified the one goal that needed more work.

Archie successfully defended his doctoral dissertation on Monday, March 23.

Cosey's artwork is being highlighted on the campus as part of Women's History Month.

Ellis successfully defended her dissertation on March 30 at Texas Southern University.

As a member of the Houston Community College Board of Trustees, I am proud to represent District VIII which “runs like a river” through the East End, Galena Park, Denver Harbor, Northside, the Heights, through Midtown and Montrose areas—and where access to higher education is just a walk or METRO ride away.

The $16 million, 36,400 square-foot building will focus on science, technology, engineering and math.

The financial support will be used to purchase and update equipment used to train students in programs offered by the PSI.

HCC Fire Academy graduates two classes of cadets

Jeanette de la Garza, currently enrolled at the Felix Fraga Academic Campus of Houston Community College Southeast, can bear witness to the fact that challenges can help refocus our journeys to success.

Olanrewaju always wanted to be an engineer. His experience at Northeast College is helping him reach that goal.

Every college across the HCC system is working hard to raise money for research to defeat premature birth and birth defects.

More than 300 dedicated employees received special recognition for their contribution to the institution as HCC presented Service Awards to those who have provided five to 40 years of service.

Centers of Excellence will be placed At each college, focusing on key industries.

The $26.5 million project includes a workforce building that will house courses such as welding, machining, HVAC, industrial automation/electrical labs, and general classrooms. The Student Life facility will include student life support services, tutoring, study areas and student lounge areas.

The Board of Trustees publicly and formally invited qualified members of the public to apply to be considered for appointment to the position of HCC Trustee, District IV.

Houston Community College has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities to assist the nation of India in meeting its government mandate to train 150-plus million people by 2020.

High school students, their parents, advisors, mentors and community organizations interested in entrepreneurship are invited to attend a summit at Houston Community College (HCC) on Saturday, May 2 to learn from the experts.

Veterans attending Houston Community College were honored at NRG Stadium for their service on the front lines and in the classroom with scholarships to help support their education and skills training.

To get a better understanding of the community’s needs, HCC gathered four mom bloggers and social media influencers with roots in Katy and young children that are either already in or will soon enter the school system.

The money raised from the event will support lifesaving research, services, education and advocacy that help babies get a healthy start.

For the area middle school students who participated in the inaugural HCC Rockets Science Program, Tuesday was finally blast off day at HCC's Northeast Campus.

The 13-year-old was in the national spotlight last week after his surprise meeting with Houston Texans star J.J. Watt during a Houston Rockets playoff game.

The Robert Garner Firefighter Foundation has pledged $7.5 million to the Houston Community College Fire Training Academy, which will now be known as the Robert Garner Firefighter Academy.

The Texas Workforce Skills Development Grant will allow for 417 new and existing Schlumberger employees to improve their skills, continuing a successful partnership that is already showing great results.

The one-day entrepreneurial experience brought together high school students and their parents from communities all over the greater Houston area to learn about entrepreneurship as a viable career option.

The AWA extends its heartfelt appreciation for the tremendous show of support at the 15th Annual Scholarship Fashion Show and Silent Auction.

HCC to hold groundbreaking for Acres Homes Academic Building

Rodney McLaurin, Program Director of Outreach and Recruitment has taken on the commitment to mentor five HCC male students, who in return serve as mentors in HISD high schools.

From May 8 to May 31, the event will air at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, 10 p.m. on Mondays and noon on Thursdays.

The saying, “with change come new opportunities” is perfect for what is happening at Houston Community College.

HCC is also working with the high school to offer dual credit courses to their students for fall 2015.

The partnership between Houston Community College and Jefferson Davis High School took center stage at the 2015 Texas Association for College Admission Counseling Conference.

Houston Community College is proud to host the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. HCC is one of only 12 community colleges across the country to offer the program designed to help small businesses grow in revenue and personnel.

Progress is being made on the new instructional/multi-use building and parking garage on the Northline Campus of HCC Northeast.Construction crews have laid the foundation and are working on the concrete siding for the three-story, 476-space garage.

Laura Diaz is the first person to graduate from the Middle College High School at Houston Community College Gulfton Center and the 21-year-old mother did it in one semester.

Dr. Nicotera, who is scheduled to begin on May 18, currently serves as the Provost at Caruth Health Education Center at St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The Board of Trustees publicly and formally invited qualified members of the public to apply to be considered for appointment to the position of HCC Trustee, District IV.

Fire Academy will honor the legacy of the fallen firefighter thanks to a generous $7.5 million pledge from the Robert Garner Firefighter Foundation.

An entertaining song and dance from children in the AVANCE Lincoln Park Head Start Center kicked off the groundbreaking ceremony for the Acres Homes Academic Building at Houston Community College. These preschoolers, representing the HCC “Class of 2028,” sent a powerful message about the importance of providing future students with more access to education.

The Parent Academy was designed to provide free workshops as a support system for parents of students enrolled in the HCC dual credit program. Today, a generous grant from The Kresge Foundation makes it possible for HCC to remain committed to improving adult students’ access to higher education.

First Designing Dining event for HCC Interior Design and Culinary Arts programs was a success

Dr. Evans-Shabazz will, according to Texas Election Code, serve as the representative for District IV until the next regular trustee election in November.

Houston Community College has added 11 new digital stories to the series on EduTube.

The Houston Community College Foundation received an Award of Distinction from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The accolade recognizes businesses and non-profits in the Greater Houston Area for their achievements and commitment to overall excellence and quality in the workplace.

The funding supports tuition, fees, books and credentialing exams for students enrolled in the Computer Support Specialist certificate training with accompanying contextualized Adult Education coursework.

Houston Community College campus locations are open Wednesday, May 27.

The partnership offers a high caliber engineering program to support the community and meet the demand for highly skilled workers in the engineering field.

On Friday, May 29, a unique matchmaking-style event, part of the HCC GameChanger Small Business Program, will help ensure the goal of awarding 35% of the program to certified small business enterprises. A speed-dating formatted event allows potential small business enterprise (SBE) subcontractors to meet face-to-face with each of the prime contractors in rotating meetings.

Recognized for marketing efforts on campaigns focusing on student retention, community outreach and engineering partnerships, HCC competed amongst 300 Houston companies for this year’s esteemed awards.

The attendees were part of LINC (Language Institute for Newcomers), which is a program for Alief high schoolers who are recent immigrants to the United States.

The new 65,000 square foot, two-story building will house Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics classes, as well as Machining, Welding, HVAC, CNC, Solar, and electrical laboratories.

Houston Community College is pleased to announce that Janet May, chief human resources officer, has been appointed Chair of the Western Region board of directors for the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR).

The Professional Group's purpose is to provide women of diverse professions with opportunities for building relationships and networks of personal and business associations through informative monthly presentations, professional development programs, educational and social activities and philanthropic endeavors.

The Scholarships for Service program provides scholarships for veterans through a partnership between the HCC Foundation and the NFL team.

The event at the HCC West Loop Campus brought out nearly 150 alumni, Goldman Sachs executives, HCC trustees and administrators, industry, community partners and local lawmakers.

A $700,000 block grant from the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department helped make this project possible.

The exemption change should impact over 87,000 homeowners in the College’s taxing district. Approximately 45,000 homeowners in this group will now be completely exempt from payment of taxes to HCC, and the remaining households will save an additional amount of $32 per year, on average.

Through a Memorandum of Understanding between HCC and the Greater Houston Builders Association, the Association will provide students with exposure to member companies through paid internships and recruitment fairs.

The bond credit rating business has adjusted the outlook on the Houston Community College System from negative to stable and upgraded the Junior Lien debt from Aa3 to Aa2.

HCC officials, trustees, students and West Houston business leaders attended a ceremony for the $49 million project that will be developed on the existing HCC Alief Campus on Hayes Road.

Qualified students will be admitted to the Texas A&M Dwight Look College of Engineering, complete the first two years of coursework at HCC, then finish their engineering degrees in College Station.

Houston Community College is partnering with PrintMatters Houston to host Impressions 2015.The West Loop Campus installment is one showing out of 25 of the most prestigious museums and galleries spanning from Houston to Galveston, including the Museum of Fine Arts. It showcases some of the most noted print artists in the Gulf Coast area.

Instructor Kellye Brown worked tirelessly with these students to prepare them for this important employability credential.

We highlight six students who have achieved their goals and continue to follow their dreams.

In a new report from Babson College, Small Business owners who have completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program grow their revenue and create jobs at rates that outperform the broader economy.

The Center for Digital Storytelling held the workshop for district employees at the Central Campus. HCC staffers were trained on writing, editing, recording and adding photos and videos to a piece to create a digital story.

The Korean War is often referred to as "The Forgotten War." Dr. Jesus Esparza is looking to change that.

Campers have rocketed into the world of science this summer and have learned the principles of science, technology, engineering and math.

Houston Community College (HCC) will soon have a bigger presence in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. Members of the medical and local communities saw plans for the new Coleman Healthcare Educational Facility during a town hall meeting.

RPC Global Owner Abe Gonzalez has a massive assembly line of sorts operating in an 11,500 square-foot warehouse on the Southwest side of Houston. Employees take in unwanted computers, dismantle them, scan them for inventory, wipe the hard drives, and recycle the rest.

An Andre Hermann photography class at Houston Community College could definitely be considered outside of the box. He encourages failure due to experimentation as an engine for growth. He likes to see learning photographers get out of their comfort zones, and he doesn’t shy away from one-on-one interaction when teaching in the field.

Community members joined HCC officials in celebrating another step in the growth of the HCC South Campus during the groundbreaking of the new Central South Workforce Center.

Houston Community College ushered students towards careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math during its STEM Academy summer session, a program lead by the HCC Minority Male Initiative.

Houston Community College broke ground on the Central South Workforce Center on the HCC South Campus just off Highway 288 and Airport Boulevard in the Sunnyside Area.

The Houston Community College System for Science and Engineering is in search of students ready to participate in a broad range of interactive labs at the renowned research institutions including Rice University and the University of Houston.

Houston Metro created new bus routes in response to public demand to complement the light rail system. The new routes are planned for Aug. 16. The new planned Coleman Educational Center will Houston Community College with another landmark in the Houston Medical Center. It is being designed with labs to replicate real hospital settings.

HCC participates in a Salute to Minorities in Construction business luncheon at the Junior League of Houston.

The Learning Hub Science Building and the J.B. Whiteley Building reopened at 2 p.m., while the San Jacinto Memorial Building reopened at 3:30 p.m. All three will remain open for the rest of the business day.

Local grade school students learn about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) at the D.R.E.M.E. Foundation Summer Science Camp at the HCC Center of Excellence for Global Energy.

Respiratory Therapists graduating from the HCC Coleman two-year program gather at the West Loop Campus to be honored at a summer ceremony. Respiratory Therapists play a vital role in hospitals, ensuring trauma patients have the ability to breathe as doctors perform other life-saving tasks.

The U.S. Department of State has chosen Dr. Trinidad Hernandez for a 10-month Fellowship project at the National Institute of Education in Sri Lanka.

The Houston Community College Governors Merit STEM Summer Program continues to provide students with unbelievable opportunities. Tenth and 11th grade students from the Houston area got to interact with marine biologists from the NOAA and the animals in their care.

Message from Neeta Sane, HCC Board of Trustees, District VII

The Houston Community College Central Campus put on a special celebration for retiring faculty and staff members. The Central Campus is one of 10 HCC campuses that will host registration events every Saturday throughout the month of August.

The Houston Community College public relations office at the West Loop Campus worked the crowd at BBVA Compass Stadium as the Houston Dynamo clashed against the Los Angeles Galaxy. Houston Community College had a presence at one of the season’s most anticipated games, passing out HCC Dynamo-covered sunglasses and literature to fans as they entered the game.

Students in the Houston Community College Governors Merit STEM Summer program came face to face with some of the brightest engineers and scientists in America. The 10th and 11th grade students spent the day with their heroes at the Johnson Space Center.

Certain jobs in demand today might not exist 10 years from now. Technology is growing and evolving so fast, students need to prepare for jobs that have yet to be invented. Houston Community College Governors Merit STEM Summer Program students did just that. They spent the day building and programming Lego robots. By learning how robots are built and programmed, students learn the basic language that current technology is built upon and its potential growth.

Houston Community College set out to further diversify its enrollment in workforce classes by interacting with potential students at the Chinese Community Center Community Fair. Workforce certificates appeal to community members having a hard time finding employment and want to be trained in another field. To find a program that interests you, visit hccs.edu/apply.

Cadets from the Robert Garner Firefighter Academy at HCC received their certificates after months of grueling physical and mental training. The Class of 2015 Alpha is comprised of 22 members who had to be in top shape and academically sharp in order to meet requirements for graduation.

Students were bused to the NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory, where they used science to identify certain species of fish. They learned about the biology of sea turtles and the techniques used in preserving the endangered species.

Some of the top print artists in the gulf coast region gathered for the PrintHouston 2015 exhibit at the Houston Community College West Loop Art Gallery.

Houston Community College set out to further diversify its enrollment in workforce classes by interacting with potential students at the Chinese Community Center Summer Community Fair in Southwest Houston.

The day's top headlines include news of the recent graduation ceremony for the HCC Robert Garner Fire Academy and an honor for HCC professor Dr. Trinidad Hernandez.

The hands-on exhibit allowed students, clad in lab coat, gloves and goggles, to get up close and personal with cellular biology through nine different experiments.

The day's top headlines include STEM students visiting NASA and HCC taking part in the Chinese Community Center Fair.

Through the program, more than 50 area high school students spent a portion of their summer break learning about robots, solving math problems and visiting science museums.

A message from Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, HCC Board of Trustees, District IV

This Up To The Minute report includes info on HCC Saturday registration for Fall classes.

Students from the HCC Governor’s Merit STEM Summer camp demonstrated a culmination of their work at an exhibition at the West Loop Campus Auditorium. Tenth and 11th graders from Houston area put together various displays that gave a look into problems they solved, while studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) throughout the month of July.

The Houston Community College public relations office at the West Loop Campus worked the crowd at BBVA Compass Stadium as the Houston Dynamo clashed against the Los Angeles Galaxy. Houston Community College had a presence at one of the season’s most anticipated games, passing out HCC Dynamo-covered sunglasses and literature to fans as they entered the game.

Armed with Sharpies and a feeling of excitement, Houston Community College (HCC) administrators and staff joined the construction crew and project managers for a ceremonial beam signing at the site of the Workforce Training Center on the Stafford Campus.

Officials from Houston Community College and Tellepsen Builders congregated around the construction site of the new Workforce Training Center at the Stafford Campus to take part in a ceremonial beam signing.

This episode of “Food Without Borders” teaches Houstonians how to make a Bayou City favorite – sushi.

Houston Community College (HCC) Chancellor, Dr. Cesar Maldonado, is joining leaders from public and private sectors across Houston to support and educate more area Hispanics.

Houston Community College is undergoing transformation in order to better enhance the student experience at every campus.

International students received valuable information at the event, which was held at the Bayou City Event Center.

If you are wondering how art and science work hand in hand, then you might want to see the newest exhibit at the Houston Community College (HCC) West Loop Campus Gallery

The HCC Foundation has raised about $32,000 at the midway point of its 2015 campaign, nearly 40 percent of its overall goal. Proceeds raised by the HCC Foundation go to benefit students via scholarships, grants and financial aid.

Houston Community College techies took to Galveston armed with flat screens, 3D printers and multiple science experiments to entertain and recruit at the 2015 Gamecon Tropical Gaming Convention.

Houston Community College is the leading college in the nation in terms of international student enrollment. In an effort to help its diverse group of students adjust to American higher education, HCC offers customized international student orientations.

The Debakey Cell Lab at the Houston Health Museum gives visitors an up close view of cellular biology, and Governors Merit Program HCC Summer Camp students got the chance to explore the test tubes and microscopes on a recent field trip.

HCC Program Advisor Karl Mayes provides the steps to follow when registering for classes.

Houston Community College information technology and technical support staff from the West Loop and Stafford Campuses wowed gamers of all ages with 3D printers and other high-tech gear and projects at the 2015 Gamecon Tropical Gaming Convention.

The new show named after the phrase, “Once Upon A Time," represents a new educational tool. Houston Community College and other higher educational leaders across the country are using Digital Storytelling to help faculty and students communicate more clearly in our rapidly changing technological world.

Houston Community College Chancellor Dr. Cesar Maldonado joined the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and committed to invest in the education of Hispanic students. This goal is to serve over 350,000 students in the Houston area

Focusing on the history of gospel music, HCC Northeast held a workshop and concert on the popular music genre on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015. National recording artist and choir clinician Chester D.T. Baldwin put his 34 years of music experience to work as he led the workshop and provided vocal coaching tips.

Guest speaker Frans Johansson, the author of the Medici Effect, connected with Houston Community College faculty and staff at the Fall 2015 Convocation.

It may be difficult for a student going off to college to accept that they still need to follow the safety tips they received in elementary, middle or high school but it is just as important.

Enrolling can be a daunting task for new students, but Houston Community College is here to help with an enrollment checklist.

As Houston Community College continues to transform, the engineering, design, architecture firms, and construction companies involved in the HCC Groundbreaker Bond Program are building career opportunities for HCC students.

All Southeast College classes will resume Friday, Aug. 21, at the normal scheduled hours.

Houston Community College did its part in saving lives thanks to its participation in the Be the Match Bone Marrow Registration Drive.

Houston Community College recognizes these current and former students for their hard work, determination, dedication, and leadership on and off campus.

The conference will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12 at the M.D. Anderson Library at the University of Houston, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Houston Community College sophomore Ron Muchaca knows first hand how books can enrich experiences and impact ideals. The Student Library Council Vice President is all in on the #HCCshareabook campaign and recommends others follow suit.

The Houston Community College Student Library is looking for book recommendations that will add more books to the West Loop Campus Library and spark more active readers on campus. So it has launched the #ShareABook campaign.

James is a nationally-recognized prop master who presents regularly on special topics in prop design and construction.

The symbiotic relationship between innovation and diversity took center stage during the first annual system-wide Convocation for Houston Community College. The purpose was to inspire HCC faculty and staff about the new academic year and the ongoing transformation of the institution.

The Katy Rotary fund presented HCC with a $30,000 check for to provide scholarships and financial aid for Katy Students attending HCC to pay for tuition books and fees.

Fashion Design student Valencia Gillespie talks about her inspirations and why she chose this exciting career path.

At the August meeting of the HCC Board of Trustees, The Katy Rotary Fund presented the HCC Foundation with a check for $30,000, which will provide scholarship support to current and former Katy Independent School District (KISD) students who attend HCC.

Dr. Nicotera discusses the new Coleman Healthcare Educational Facility, which is being built as part of the HCC Bond Program.

Ask Online is a service provided to all HCC students to provided academic support in an online environment. By visiting hccs.askonline.net students can receive personalized tutoring for classes free of charge.

Houston Community College students get the unique opportunity to work in Rice University’s renowned research labs thanks to a national science foundation grant.

Dr. Fisher joins the program and discusses the Gospel master class workshop and concert that was recently held at the Northeast Campus. She also talks about the uniqueness of the Public Safety Institute at the Northeast Campus.

Houston Community College kicked its recruiting efforts into high gear leading up to the start of the Fall 2015 semester. With previously planned activities and the implementation of Operation Eagle, one HCC recruiter hit five events in five days.

Martin Teddy Obosu lives by one mantra and he advises others to do the same – work hard and never give up. The Houston Community College student’s hard work and dedication are definitely paying off, as he earns his way into an elite society. Obusu’s high grade point average got him nominated for the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS).

The Fall semester is under way, and that means students are roaming Houston Community College's many area campuses.

Dr. Garza joins the program to discuss the various construction projects that are under way at HCC's Southwest campuses, including the new WorkForce Building on the Stafford Campus.

Houston Community College photography professor Andre Hermann earned an induction into the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society thanks to his involvement in the community and as an instructor.

As Houston Community College continues to transform to meet the changing demands of the workforce of the future, Dr. Cesar Maldonado, chancellor, has tasked each president with making substantive change to six major processes within the institution.

Houston Community College did what it could to make sure students were comfortable through the first few days of school as classes kicked off for the fall semester.

Citing “drastic changes in external factors such as the precipitous drop in oil prices and a gradual slowdown in the economy,” the Houston Community College Board of Trustees voted unanimously to rescind their February decision to apply for an opportunity to serve as a host for the presidential/vice presidential debates in 2016.

The Houston Community College Central Campus is the longest running campus in the HCC district. It welcomed students back to school last week and alleviated some of the growing pains from incoming freshman and transfers with its New Student Orientation Program.

Houston Community College has partnered with communications company Constant Contact to give entrepreneurship students and interested community members a leg up against the competition.

HCC is taking innovation to new platforms to make it more convenient for current and prospective students to find about programs and courses offered across the district.

Houston Community College faculty and staff band together to make the first week back to school for students less stressful.

Artist Natasha Hovey showcases her exhibit "One of Two or More" at the West Loop Campus Art Gallery.

Houston Community College did its part to help fill 3,200 backpacks for students at the Baker-Ripley Back-to-School Fair with pencils and other school supplies. It also handed out literature and gave information on classes available for upcoming semesters.

Representatives from Houston Community College and eight partnering colleges in the Community College Petrochemical Initiative recently joined ExxonMobil to present 43 selected students with more than $60,000 in scholarships.

The Houston Community College Interior Design program will dedicate the collection of more than 1,000 interior design books belonging to legendary Houston home furnishings editor and antiques dealer Madeleine McDermott Hamm.

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to Houston Community College System by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).

Students headed back to school with pencils sharpened and backpacks filled. Faculty and staff graciously helped students through the hustle and bustle of the first week of school and wished them a successful fall semester.

The eight artists in this exhibit present new works inspired by fragments of wood salvaged from the old buildings torn down in Houston on almost a daily basis.

Houston Community College's ongoing transformation process is in progress. As part of the changes, the school system's six college presidents will report monthly on the improvements being made to enhance student success.

Houston Community College joins the state of Texas to take a moment to mourn the passing of Harris County Sheriff Deputy Darren H. Goforth.

The HCC Foundation raised $92,104 to surpass its 2015 campaign overall goal by two percent. Proceeds raised by the HCC Foundation go to benefit students via scholarships, grants and financial aid.

The HCC Central Art Gallery opens the fall season by headlining the “With the Grain” art exhibit, featuring local artist whose work focuses on using material from abandoned, demolished or historical buildings.

Houston Community College is among colleges and universities chosen to receive a portion of an exploratory grant totaling more than $1.5M from the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The grant is intended to catalyze innovative thinking in one of two themes:

HCC’s STAR Parties are back at the West Loop and Stafford campuses this fall.

The CCI program is a program of the U.S. State Department that provides participants with quality educational study at U.S. community colleges and is designed to build technical skills, enhance leadership capabilities, and strengthen English language proficiency.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has awarded Houston Community College $4.2 million to fund registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in the emerging Healthcare and IT industries, as well as upgrade an existing program in plumbing occupations. HCC is the only college in Texas to receive the DOL American Apprenticeship Grant.

Houston Community College Chancellor Dr. Cesar Maldonado and HCC Board of Trustees members Dr. Adriana Tamez and Eva Loredo were on hand for the Fiestas Patrias Breakfast, which is dedicated to honoring the area's Hispanic leadership.

HCC, the official Education Partner of the Texans, was on hand to celebrate the team's first game of the 2015 campaign.

HCC is one of the most diverse community colleges in the nation with Hispanics making up 35 percent of the student population.

Houston Community College Students learned from renowned ceramic artist Natasha Hovey, getting the chance to pick her brain at an art reception hosted in the West Loop Campus Art Gallery.

The HCC Northeast Art Hub Gallery is featuring "Sole Souls: Works by Hilda Rueda."

Houston Community College has received the 2015 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education

The greater Houston community is stepping up to help Houston Community College create a Strategic Plan that will guide the college to 2019. Business executives, leaders of community organizations, and members of the HCC Board of Trustees, as well as students, faculty, and staff have taken the initial steps in creating the multi-year plan.

The debut episode of the newscast features a story on why HCC won't be hosting a presidential debate next year and includes an update on the college system's transformation process.

The day's report features a look at Houston Community College's Strategic Planning Advisory Council and its ideas for the future.

The HSI STEM Research Program is funded by a five-year grant from the Department of Education in partnership with the University of St. Thomas.

The Houston Community College (HCC) Center of Excellence for Digital & Information Technology further distinguished itself from the competition after being granted program recognition by the Texas Skills Standards Board (TSSB) for two degrees.

Houston Community College (HCC) is committed to doing its part for National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, September 22. HCC has teamed up with Neighborhood Centers Inc. to provide Harris County residents an easy and efficient way to register to vote.

In partnership with Houston Community College, CVS Health will develop and launch a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship program for 385 pharmacy technicians in the Greater Houston area. CVS Health will hire and train hundreds of HCC students over the next five years.

For many, college life isn’t easy. Juggling between school, work and other activities can lead students to ignore overall wellness. The Recreational Sports and Fitness Department at Houston Community College took action and hosted its semi-annual health fair at the Stafford and West Loop Campuses, and the theme was “The Healthy College Student”.

Houston Community College Financial Coach Shanell Foster shows students the ins and outs of financial success during her Financial Bootcamp series held at the West Loop and Stafford Campus.

Students in the Houston Community College Bank Teller Training Program and programs within the Centers of Excellence for Manufacturing and Digital and Information Technologies — are getting much-needed financial support from Wells Fargo Bank.

Ever wonder what it takes to get put on an art exhibition? This Up to the Minute Report gives an inside look of the West Loop Art Galley being prepared for its latest exhibit "In the Blood."

Houston Community College representatives were on hand prior to the Houston Dynamo game with Real Salt Lake on Sept. 12 to spread the word about HCC and the importance of higher learning.

Houston Community College began its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month with a kickoff event at Talento Bilingüe de Houston on Sept. 15.

On Tuesday, November 3, 2015, Houston Community College (HCC) will hold elections to fill four (4) Trustee positions on the HCC Board of Trustees. The election will fill expired terms in Trustee Districts III, VI and VIII and the unexpired term in Trustee District IV.

With a proven track record of student success, Houston Community College has been recertified as an Achieving the Dream (ATD) Leader College. ATD is a national initiative dedicated to increasing success of community college students

Houston Community College received a $4.2 million American Apprenticeship Grant for programs in healthcare, information technology and plumbing.

he first annual Student Photographer Annual Collective Exhibit (SPACE) recently opened at the HCC Northwest Spring Branch campus.

HCC representatives were on hand Saturday, Sept. 19 for the 47th annual parade in downtown Houston.

Tracie Benton, a community engagement representative for Be The Match -- a Gulf Coast Bone Marrow Donor Program, joins the program to discuss Be The Match's recent partnership with HCC.

Houston Community College participated in the Hispanic Heritage Luncheon Kickoff, celebrating scholarships and financial opportunities given to Hispanic area students for higher education.

HCC financial coach Shanell Foster joins the program to talk about her free Financial Bootcamp workshops where she shares her financial knowledge to help you stay out of the red.

Houston Community College has the right workshop for those feeling the stress of financial strain – the Financial Boot Camp Series, hosted by HCC Financial Coach Shanell Foster.

If you’re interested in astronomy, then you should head to Houston Community College for an out of this world experience.

Houston Community Colleges uses its signature service Edutube to introduce professional quality video into online classes for faculty and students.

Classes will resume on Thursday, Sept. 24.

Online Tutoring Manager Deborah Hardwick joins the program to talk about the free tutoring service offered to HCC students.

Houston Community College teamed up with Neighborhood Centers Inc. to provide Harris County residents an easy and efficient way to register to vote at the West Loop Campus.

Join your friends and colleagues on Friday, October 16 for the Houston Community College 7th Annual Minority Male Initiative Golf Classic. The HCC Minority Male Initiative supports Houston area youth who are historically underserved and underrepresented.

The Male Minority Initiative prepares to kick off its annual golf tournament to raise funds for the Houston Community College Foundation.

HCC representatives gathered at the 2015 HCC Diversity & Inclusion Retreat on Sept. 25 to discuss best practices that work for the benefit of the students, faculty and staff.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, Houston Community College featured local artist and HCC instructor Rolando Reyna as its September artist reception.

Among the sea of orange at BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston Community College staffers distributed information and orange wristbands to Houston Dynamo fans as they prepared to cheer the home team on against Sporting Kansas City. Houston Dynamo Executive Vice President Steven Powell dropped by the HCC booth to show his support for the partnership between HCC and the Dynamo.

Houston Community College, Young Invincibles, and Texas Representative Gene Wu from District 137 in Southwest Houston hosted a roundtable discussion that centered around career paths and how to get jobs. This was part of the Young Invincibles Tour, which focuses on empowering the millennial generation with finding jobs in a competitive market.

The Houston Community College Fashion Image Class and its talented designers drew the attention of Fox 26 anchor Melinda Spaulding. Spaulding made the trip to HCC to feature the fashion image instructor and students on her Empire Wednesdays segment.

HCC has been re-certified as a Achieving The Dream Leader College, a national organization dedicated to the mission of community college student success. The HCC Foundation also received a check from Wells Fargo to support students in the bank teller training program.

Free parking is available in the garage with the first floor reserved for employees. Handicapped parking is available along side the Felix Morales building.

The HCC Fashion Image Class and its talented designers drew the attention of Fox 26 anchor Melinda Spaulding.

This summer, area high school and middle school students got a sneak peek of some STEM careers during the HCC Summer Camp.

No one understands women’s issues better than a woman. Combine those issues with innovation and you have the makings of a new competition called InnovateHER 2016. Houston Community College and the City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity are the local sponsors of this national initiative through the Small Business Administration (SBA).

The day's report includes information on the construction that is under way at the Eastside Campus and a look at the HCC and Houston Texans VanderQuiz contest.

The 15-mile tour, which featured over 300 bike riders, traveled through some of the most vibrant spots in the Northside portion of the city.

Houston Community College teamed up with Safe Kids Greater Houston and Texas Children's Hospital to show proper car seat safety to parents.

In this episode, host Ana Calvo discusses several adaptive sports that can transform people with disabilities from spectators to participants.

The Vice Chancellor of Instructional Services and Chief Academic Officer joins the program to discuss how the student services and instructional services divisions are working hand-in-hand to enhance the student experience.

Houston Community College pushes female entrepreneurs to innovate with its partnership with the City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity. "InnovateHer" is a national initiative through the small business administration in which contestants must develop a product or service that positively impacts the lives of women and their families and has potential for commercialization.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the Houston Community College Southwest Student Life Office hosted an event at the West Loop Auditorium that featured two key elements of Hispanic culture: food and music.

Among the sea of orange at BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston Community College staffers distributed information and orange wristbands to Houston Dynamo fans as they prepared to cheer the home team on against Sporting Kansas City. Houston Dynamo Executive Vice President Steven Powell dropped by the HCC booth to show his support for the partnership between HCC and the Dynamo.

The event brought local non-profit organizations on campus with the purpose to inform students about the programs and services they offer.

Katie Mehnert, an alumna of Shell and BP, provided tips on how to gain an edge to be the best you as you develop a career in STEM.

This week's newscast features a report from the 2015 HCC Diversity & Inclusion Retreat and information on the school system's free tutoring program.

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) chose an HCC training site at the Houston Food Bank to host a roundtable discussion on Prison Reform and how the HCC Correctional Education Program fits into the new bipartisan Sentencing Reform and Corrections Act.

Local artist Laura Lopez Cano hosted and provided art-driven activities at HCC Campuses to encourage students to visualize goals and values in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month during an interactive art event.

As part of the Hispanic Heritage month, many events took place to celebrate the rich Hispanic culture.

The Houston Community College Hispanic Scholarship Council Luncheon raised scholarship funds for Hispanic students from low-income families who are interested in attending HCC. It also recognized the community leaders that support the effort.

The event raised scholarship funds for Hispanic students from low-income families who are interested in attending HCC.

Ryan Foley joins the program to provide some helpful tips for the job interview process.

HCC Central recently hosted an event where students from several different nations met to talk about their countries of origin and to discuss their adjustment to the United States and Houston.

A key component of the transformation process at Houston Community College is revising the Instructional Leadership model. With the ultimate goal of student success, the Faculty Senate at HCC formed a task force to make recommendations to revise the current policy and procedures.

Houston Community College hosted a reception for former longtime Houston Chronicle Life and Style editor Madeleine McDermott Hamm. Hamm recently donated a large collection of books to the HCC Interior Design program.

Houston Community College Chancellor, Dr. Cesar Maldonado met with U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), Brian Green, CEO of the Houston Food Bank, and a host of community leaders for a roundtable discussion on prison reform.

The Houston Community College Westchase Rotaract Organization will partner with the Alief YMCA to put on the "Trunk or Treat Fall Festival." The goal is to create a festive environment for the community and lend a helping hand to area families.

Local artist Laura Lopez Cano hosted and provided art-driven activities at HCC Campuses to encourage students to visualize goals and values in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month. She led students, faculty and staff, who decided to use the session as a lunch break, to trace body parts and label them with certain passions and ambitions.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Houston Community College featured local artist and HCC instructor Rolando Reyna at its September artist reception. Reyna’s exhibit, titled “In the Blood,” features art that stems from culture and experiences growing up in a small town south Texas.

Houston Community College filled 110 tables with company representatives at three career and employment fairs at its southwest Houston locations, connecting over 1000 people with employers.

Houston Community College and the Texans teamed up to raise awareness for breast cancer. HCC handed out 1,000 pink logoed bandanas to fans as they entered NRG Stadium for a Thursday night contest against the Indianapolis Colts.

The day's Up To The Minute report features a look at the West Loop Campus' Cultures & Conversations Club.

Students from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Ghana, South Africa and India are spending the next several months at Houston Community College.

Houston Community College students do their part in raising awareness for breast cancer. Multiple HCC campuses have hosted events for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and students and staff have worn pink in their support.

The project’s goal is to shine a light on literacy and in the process break the world record for the most kids read aloud to by adults in a 24-hour period.

The HCC Career Planning Resource Center Southeast coordinator joins the program to talk about how HCC can help veterans navigate through their college career and into the workforce.

Two Houston Community College interior design students took home awards for Best Residential and Commercial Design and Best Interior Design by the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers.

Houston Community College partnered with Tour De Northside to promote bicycle safety and give people a chance to explore the north side of Houston in a controlled environment.

The fifth-annual Houston Community College Hispanic Scholarship Council Luncheon raised over $72,000 in scholarship funds for Hispanic students.

The October meeting of the Houston Community College Board of Trustees was filled with emotion when the chancellor, board members, and the HCC Police Department honored the men and women who saved HCC Police Officer April Pikes from a personal attack.

College night event at Bellaire High School proved to be a success. Houston Community College representatives were on hand to provide information to prospective students.

The organization brought a virtual reality driving simulator to the Central campus to show students the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol and texting while driving.

Houston Community College connected students and the public with employers. Free job fairs at the West Loop, Stafford and Missouri City Campuses gave potential hires the chance to interact with employers in a relaxed setting and for employers to fill vacancies at an improved rate.

The Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society recognizes the academic achievements of two-year college students and promotes growth and improvement. Houston Community College students got the chance to see what it takes to earn Phi Theta Kappa recognition.

The only community college in the heart of the Texas Medical Center is about to make an even bigger footprint in the world-renowned medical complex. Chancellor Maldonado, HCC Trustees, faculty, staff, and students along with members of the medical community, broke ground for the new Coleman Educational Healthcare Facility. It is the tenth groundbreaking under the $425M HCC Groundbreaker Bond Program.

In observance of October being Substance Abuse Prevention month, Houston Community College hosted workshops throughout the month featuring guest speakers to prevent, understand, and recognize substance abuse.

Houston Community College Financial coach Joel Philistin offers advice to students on how to manage and monitor their credit scores and how student loans will modify credit reports.

Houston Community College hosted a large group of students from Bellaire Senior High School and delivered invaluable information about programs offered, as well as gave a tour of the West Loop Campus.

Houston Community College hosts Small Business Breakfasts monthly at the West Loop Campus. They give local small business owners opportunities to connect with each other and large corporations, public entities or government sectors looking to hire vendors.

Houston Community College partnered with the Fort Bend YMCA for its Annual Fall Festival in Missouri City. HCC staff and Phi Theta Kappa student volunteers decorated the trunk of the HCC Nissan Cube with cobwebs and spiders. They handed out candy, sunglasses and pencils to over 300 trick-or-treaters.

Houston Community College Students show off design skills at the annual Flash and Trash Fashion show.

In an effort to help students become more financially educated, HCC Central Financial Coach Joel Philistin recently conducted a seminar -- Understanding How Credit Works -- which focused on credit.

The Texas State Board of Education is researching better ways to access and document our accountability in our educational system.

During its 30th Anniversary celebration, Golden Bank, N.A. toasted a new partnership with the Houston Community College Foundation (HCCF) designed to support student success. The bank recently established the Golden Bank Scholarship through the Foundation to help low-income students pay for tuition, books and fees.

As you travel throughout Houston, please be careful. Your safety is our greatest concern.

The event gives students an opportunity to voice their concerns, ask questions and hear what Central College President Dr. William Harmon has to say about the state of the campus.

Students in the Houston Community College Culinary Arts program took a trip to the kitchens at NRG Stadium to see what the Houston Texans players, staff, and fans eat. The "Taking the Class to the Field" event was all made possible through the partnership between HCC and the Houston Texans.

The report for Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, takes a look at Election Day 2015.

As the country becomes more global each day, Houston Community College is proving to be a player on the world’s stage.

HCC Culinary Arts students recently took a trip to NRG Stadium and saw firsthand what the players, staff and fans eat on a daily basis and during game time.

Houston Community College employees held on to their hearts, brains, and shiny red shoes as they walked on the yellow brick road of success. The 2015 HCC Bedichek-Orman auction brought its “Wizard of Oz” theme to life inside the West Loop Campus Auditorium.

The day's report features a look at the HCC Foundation's seventh annual Minority Male Initiative Fall Golf Classic.

Set in a gorgeous gold display of decadence, chocolate truffles created by the Houston Community College Culinary Arts program, shined at the Taste of the Texans.

The day's report features a look at the Fort Bend YMCA fall festival. Houston Community College staff and student volunteers were in the Halloween spirit as they passed out candy to over 300 kids.

Everyday more than 1,000 donations are needed to maintain a healthy blood supply in the Texas Gulf Coast Region, and Houston Community College contributed 70 units of blood to support the surrounding community.

Listen up students - your life-saving ideas could help you win money for college. The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s Commit for Life Scholarship is open to students whose school hosted multiple blood drives in the 2014-2015 school year. Luckily for Houston Community College, nine blood drives were held at the West Loop, Stafford and Gulfton campuses during this time frame to qualify.

Area residents flocked by the hundreds to the Galleria area to celebrate Latin culture at the Latin Women’s Expo and Houston Community College came out to support this vital sector of the community.

On a field with four bases, three strikes and two teams, one goal was a uniting factor – building relationships. The Houston Community College Coed Softball team took the field hoping for a win, but scored more than just points on the board.

The day's report features a look at the recent groundbreaking for the Coleman Educational Healthcare Facility.

HCC students can become recipients of All-USA Community College Academic Team scholarships at $5000 per student.

The 18-year HFD veteran joins the program to talk about the Operation Stocking Stuffer 2015 toy drive and he explains how you can get involved at several HCC campuses.

Charles A. McClelland Jr. talked about his humble beginnings in small-town Center, his rise from local Houston police officer to chief of police, his accomplishments as chief of police, his perspective on the campus carry law, the use of body cameras, and the recent school shootings throughout the country and how we can all play a role in preventing such tragedies in our city.

The competition is open to any woman who has an idea to impact the lives of women and families. InnovateHER is designed to identify products and services that improve the lives of women and families.

Accelerate Texas is an instructional model that allows learners to enroll in career pathway training programs and contextualized Adult Education classes simultaneously so they can more quickly earn industry recognized credentials and enter employment.

The coveted award recognizes a president or CEO at a two-year community or technical college who has demonstrated leadership and support in the area of college communications and marketing.

The day's report features a look at the Arrive Alive Tour, which recently made a stop at Houston Community College. The organization brought a virtual reality driving simulator to the Central campus to show students the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol and texting while driving.

HCC recently celebrated the academic success of its T-STEM Scholarship Challenge recipients at the Fall 2015 Award Ceremony and Orientation at the Southeast Campus.

More than 50 companies were present at the Houston Community College Eastside Campus to offer job opportunities to veterans at the United We Stand Veteran Job Fair and Resources.

The Eastside Campus at Houston Community College held a book signing event for John Quiñones, author of "What Would You Do? Words of Wisdom About Doing the Right Thing". Quiñones also met recipients of the John Quiñones Scholarship Fund which was established through the HCC Foundation.

The day's report takes a look at the Substance Abuse Prevention events HCC hosted during October. The workshops featured guest speakers who talked about how to prevent, understand and recognize substance abuse.

The day's report takes a look at the recent Stafford Municipal School District's Parent Partnership Night. Dual credit courses, which allow high school students the opportunity to earn college credit and high school credit at the same time, were a key topic of discussion.

In observance of Veterans Day, Houston Community College paid tribute to those who have served to protect the freedoms of the United States with an event at the HCC District building.

The day's report takes a look at the HCC Southwest men's soccer team -- a squad that is scoring on the pitch and in the classroom.

The day's report takes a look at Houston Community College's recent Veterans Day celebration.

The Middle College High School at the Houston Community College Gulfton Campus has proven to be a success. The program started in Fall 2014 with 135 students from freshman to seniors. This high school partners with the Houston Independent School District (HISD) to help at-risk students achieve a high school diploma.

Leaders from education, government, business, and the community came together at the Houston Community College (HCC) Stafford Learning Hub to discuss the importance of enhancing post-secondary education with a group of roughly 50 students and adults.

Houston Community College knows a little something about diversity. It is the No. 1 college in the nation in terms of international student enrollment and ranks in the Top 5 in several categories in graduating minority students.

The day's report features a look at the recent HCC Central College President Forum. The event gave students an opportunity to voice their concerns, ask questions and hear what Central College President Dr. William Harmon has to say about the state of the campus.

HCC recognizes these current and former students for their hard work, determination, dedication, and leadership on and off campus.

With speed and precision Jonathan Martinez and Carlos Guevara made the nylon strings on their flamenco guitars sing. Rhythmic, vibrant and technically sound – this Houston Community College student duo mixed the elegance of Spanish guitar melodies with the fast paced bravado of metal shredding on the fret board.

The last free training session held at the Houston Community College West Loop Campus consisted of women, some students, and business professionals from different backgrounds. They gathered in one room with a similar mission – to learn how to deliver a compelling one-minute business pitch.

There are 3,139 members of the veteran student community currently enrolled at Houston Community College. The veteran community includes spouses, spouses of active duty military personnel and their dependents. HCC has several programs that support the veteran community.

The day's report takes a look at the Fort Bend Astronomy Club, which recently met at the HCC Stafford campus.

The day's report takes a look at Houston Community College's recent celebration of the academic success of its T-STEM Scholarship Challenge recipients at the Fall 2015 Award Ceremony and Orientation at the HCC Southeast Campus.

The day's report features a look at the recent United We Stand Veterans Job Fair. More than 50 companies were present at the Houston Community College Eastside Campus to offer job opportunities to veterans at the event.

Houston Community College students will get more help achieving the dream of an education in the United States thanks to a generous gift from the Consulate of Mexico in Houston. The $63,000 donation is the largest ever given from the Mexican Consulate to an educational institution.

As Houston Community College continues to transform into the College of the Future, the engineering and architecture firms, and construction companies involved in the Groundbreaker Bond program are building career opportunities for HCC students. These students are paid interns chosen by project construction managers to work in their offices and/or out in the field.

The day's report takes a look at a recent speaking engagement by HCC History professor Nicholas Cox at the Fort Bend Libraries. Cox spoke about how the great hurricane of 1900 shaped Galveston.

The RigOne program at Houston Community College (HCC) was a topic of discussion during a hearing regarding the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). This is the first time in the past decade a representative from HCC has testified on Capitol Hill.

"Normal is Boring", an art exhibition at the Houston Community College Eastside Learning Hub Gallery, consists of works by 80 students enrolled in studio art classes. The showcase features a variety of media expressing the students’ energy, sensitivity, humor, and intelligence.

The day's report takes a look at the recent Latin Women's Expo. HCC had staff and student volunteers on hand to educate attendees on what programs the college offers.

HCC Student Government hosted a "Give Thanks Celebration" at Central Campus on Friday, November 20th.

During this time of the year, we reflect on the things for which we are thankful. As Chairman of the Houston Community College Board of Trustees and representative of District 1, I am most appreciative for the support of the constituents and community partners who are helping HCC transform into the college of tomorro

Houston Community College graduate Wendi Hay made the decision to change her life and apply for college while living at the Star of Hope with her four daughters.

The day's report features a look at the second annual "The World's Got Talent" International talent show. HCC students from all over the globe showcased their skills at the recent event.

The day's report takes a look at the recent VIP Global Luncheon hosted by the HCC Office of International Student Services and Study Abroad.

Hundreds of Houston Community College (HCC) students and graduates can credit the David and Jean Wiley Foundation for giving them the priceless gift of a college education.

The day's report takes a look at the new 60x30TX Plan, which was created by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The stated goal of the plan is for at least 60 percent of Texans ages 25-34 to have a certificate or degree by 2030.

The day's report takes a look at the recent People For Purpose pep rally at the Stafford Campus Learning Hub. The program, created by the HCC Southwest Student Government Association, promoted college camaraderie and student safety.

Years of talks about building a new Houston Community College (HCC) campus in Missouri City turned into action with a much anticipated town hall meeting for the HCC Missouri City Center for Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Health (CETH).

The HCC Southwest soccer team dominates in the classroom and on the field. It boasts a 3.1 cumulative GPA and is a constant threat to go deep in regional and state post-season tournaments.

Waiting until after the holiday season to register for Spring semester courses? There’s still time at Houston Community College as January is peak registration month.

The day's report takes a look at the campus-by-campus Listening Tour that Dr. Cesar Maldonado, Houston Community College chancellor conducted this fall.

The Gathering of Eagles veteran organization recently held its annual STEM Symposium at the Houston Community College Southeast Campus. More than 400 elementary and middle school students were on hand to learn fun facts about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education.

To honor cancer survivors and to help in the fight against breast cancer, the HCC South Campus recently hosted a Pink Christmas Celebration. The event raised funds for the Pink Ribbon Project.

The day's report takes a look at the strategic plan that members of the Houston Community College family are developing for 2019.

The day's report takes a look back at the collaboration between Houston Community College and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center this fall. HCC contributed 70 units of blood to support the surrounding community.

The VAST Academy at Houston Community College was honored as a finalist during the 2015 Star Awards in Austin

The day's report takes a look at a recent seminar on internet addiction that was conducted by the Houston Community College Omega Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa.

The day's report takes a look at a recent faculty recital that was held at the Fine Arts Center on the Houston Community College Stafford Campus.

Following the direction of Maggie Lasher, the Houston Community College Central Dance Ensemble recently presented its annual Student Choreography Showcase, "On The Edge.”

The day's report features a look at a recent performance by Houston Baroque at the Fine Arts Center on the Houston Community College Stafford Campus. The group played classical music written from the late-1500s to the mid-1700s.

iDesign, the Interior Design student organization at Houston Community College, helped make this an unforgettable holiday season for a mother and her two children.

People dream about finding a career they are passionate about. Finding that passion is something most students search for in college. That was the case for Houston Community College (HCC) student Jimmy Lazo.

The day's report takes a look at the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s Commit for Life Scholarship. The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will award 20 students with $1,000 Commit for Life scholarships.

The day's report takes a look at a recent trip to the Toyota Center that a pair of Houston Community College Culinary Arts students took. The students were given the unique opportunity of shadowing the Toyota Center's director of operations, Anthony Lopez, before a Houston Rockets game.

Meredith Massey, the Souper Bowl of Caring South Texas Field Director, joins the program to discuss the national organization's work to provide canned foods and funds to local charities to help those in need.

HCC recognizes these current and former students for their hard work, determination, dedication, and leadership on and off campus.

A pair of Houston Community College Culinary Arts students were recently given the unique opportunity of shadowing the Toyota Center's director of operations, Anthony Lopez, before a Houston Rockets game.

The day's report provides some valuable information about the 2016 presidential primaries.

Houston Community College teams up with the Houston Fire Department to collect hundreds of toys for children in the southwest Houston area. The toys will be donated to children in need so they can receiver Christmas presents during the holiday season.

People of all ages build their own webpages thanks to what they learn at CodeFest, which was held at the HCC West Loop Campus in conjunction with the Center of Excellence for Digital Info. & Technology.

The Houston Community College (HCC) Financial Aid Office has implemented the Financial Aid Exchange Program, an innovative way to bring district and campus Financial Aid Associates together to learn both sides of the financial aid process. The ultimate goal is to make the process smoother for the students who receive financial aid.

Houston Community College (HCC) celebrated the accomplishments of Trustee Sandie Mullins during a special ceremony at the December meeting of the HCC Board of Trustees. Mullins, who represented District VI, served on the board for six years.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) is helping educate the next generation of first responders at Houston Community College (HCC) with a generous gift. During the December meeting of the HCC Board of Trustees, rodeo officials presented the HCC Foundation with a $146,000 check to support programs at the HCC Public Safety & Automotive Center of Excellence and the expansion of technical programs.

The day's report takes a look at a recent production of William Shakespeare's "Comedy of Errors" by the Houston Community College Drama department at the Stafford Campus Theatre.

The day's report features a look at the Houston Fire Department's Operation Stocking Stuffer Toy Drive. For the second consecutive year, Houston Community College donated toys to support the cause.

The day's report takes a look at a recent concert performance by the Houston Community College Choir at the Stafford Campus's Fine Arts Complex.

The day's report takes a look at the recent Pink Christmas Celebration at the HCC South Campus. The event honored cancer survivors and raised funds for the Pink Ribbon Project.

The day's report features a look at a recent student art exhibition at the Stafford Campus Gallery.

The day's report features a story on Jimmy Lazo, a Houston Community College student who is also an intern at NASA.

The day's report shares some New Year's resolutions from Houston Community College students.

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