It’s hard to believe 2018 has come and gone. As we wrap another year, this is a great opportunity to reflect on what I’m most grateful for as president of Tallahassee Community College. I’m grateful for our institution, the opportunity TCC provides for a better future for our students, and our legacy as one of the top two-year colleges in the nation. I am grateful for those that came before us and made us what we are today. I am…
I want to invite you to join me at a special event happening this Sunday, November 11 at 5 p.m. in Cascades Park. Hope Healing Harmony Candlelight Vigil and Community Gathering was created from the desire to bring our community together in the wake of the tragic shooting on November 2. This will be our opportunity to join together to support one another and share a message of courage, compassion and unity in the face of terrible loss. A Facebook…
As we continue with our post-Hurricane Michael recovery efforts, I wanted to provide you with an update on everything that’s happening here at TCC. First and foremost, I will again reiterate that if any of our students, faculty or staff have any issues they still need assistance with, please don’t hesitate to contact my office at tccpres@tcc.fl.edu and we will make every effort to connect you with the resources you need. Students can also contact the Dean of Student Services…
Florida voters will have the opportunity in November’s general election to decide the fate of 13 constitutional amendments, including Amendment 7, which includes first responder and military member survivor benefits, along with public colleges and universities. A “yes” vote on Amendment 7, also known as the First Responder and Higher Education Amendment, will recognize and protect the role that Tallahassee Community College and the 27 other Florida College System institutions have in the state’s workforce training, economic development and academic…
In the wake of Hurricane Michael, we are aware that many of our students, faculty and staff are facing significant damages to their homes and are without power, water, supplies and more. TCC is here to help. Students who have been impacted by the storm can contact the Dean of Student Services office at DOS@tcc.fl.edu, or stop by the Student Union, Room 154 for drop-in hours which are Thursday, 3-4 p.m.and Friday, 9-11 a.m. The dean’s office is assisting students…
Today is National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day and I just want to take the opportunity to share my gratitude for our custodians here at Tallahassee Community College. A campus is often a new student or visitor’s first impression of a college. Their feelings about the institution and whether or not they want to attend are directly influenced by their perceptions of the level of quality and cleanliness of the facilities. Fortunately, we have one of the most beautiful main campuses…
Each August, as we prepare for the new academic year, TCC suspends operations for professional development and a campus-wide welcome back event, Eagles RISE. This year, the theme of the event centered around WHAT, HOW, and WHY – what we do, how we do it and why we do it – based on a popular TED Talk by Simon Sinek. While the “what” and “how” of TCC is fairly straightforward, it’s the “why” that makes any organization special and our…
Budgets are more than numbers; they are a reflection of an organization’s values. When planning TCC’s budget, we have always prioritized areas that reflect our core values of preserving access for students, providing for core academic and student support programs, protecting our employees and maintaining our commitment to the service district, especially Gadsden and Wakulla counties. But first and foremost, a budget must be balanced. You may recall that last year’s budget came in the wake of a $2.9 million…
Higher education, especially community colleges, embrace equity of opportunity. We have the privilege of welcoming students from all walks of life to our campuses each year. Once here those students enter a learning environment that purposefully exposes them to new ideas, challenges their preconceived notions and expands their perspective. This allows, and sometimes forces, them to grow both intellectually and personally. It’s why I say that we aren’t just granting degrees and credentials, we are preparing our students to be…
You may or may not remember your high school graduation speaker. However, I hope this year’s TCC commencement speaker sticks with you. James Arinaitwe is from rural Western Uganda, where HIV/AIDS orphaned him at the age of 10. He was raised by his grandmother and was able to attend high school thanks to his own persistence and belief that education could change his life. Then he met the Drs. Cheri and Russell Rainey from Tallahassee, who offered to sponsor his college…