STCC Around is a weekly segment highlighting news & events for the college community. It airs Thursdays at 8:30 am on WTCC 90.7 FM in Springfield, MA.

This week, host Jim Danko speaks with Lidya Rivera Early, Director of Community Engagement at STCC. She announces the College for Kids summer program. Also, Jim discusses STCC GIVES, a fundraising campaign that kicks off on June 3.

STCC Around - June 3, 2021 - Lidya Rivera Early announces College for Kids. STCC GIVES kickoff

STCC Around is a weekly segment highlighting news & events for the college community. It airs Thursdays at 8:30 am on WTCC 90.7 FM in Springfield, MA.

This week, host Jim Danko welcomes Lidya Rivera Early, who shares information about Survive and Thrive, and College for Kids. For more information, email lmearly@stcc.edu

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STCC Around - July 15, 2021 - Survive and Thrive, College for Kids

Today on WTCC's "STCC Around,"  Professor Tom Smith talks about the campus greenhouse and how students in the Landscape Design and Management Technology program are involved. For more information about landscape design and management technology, visit stcc.edu/explore/programs/land.as/

STCC Around - July 14, 2022 - Landscape Program

Today on WTCC's "STCC Around," Professor Phil O'Donoghue and one of his students discuss the upcoming play, "Exit Strategy," which will be performed Dec. 7, 8 and 9 in the theater at Scibelli Hall. The play is about a fictional high school slated for closure at the end of the year.  Visit stcc.io/play for more information.

STCC Around - Nov. 30 - STCC Theater

STCC, together with the Valley District Dental Society and Massachusetts Dental Society Foundation, will host Community Dental Day on April 27. The public can receive free treatment from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Building 20 on campus. Also, Lead and the Center for Access Services are teaming up to organize a Feminine Hygiene Drive from April 22 - May 3.

STCC Around - April 18, 2024 - Community Dental Day

On STCC Around, Professor John Wakelin tell listeners how to turn a passion into a career. STCC’s Digital Media program teaches you to create professional content using industry-standard tools. Whether it’s editing video, running a drone, or becoming the next social media star — it all starts here.

STCC Around - April 24, 2025 - Digital Media Production

On STCC Around, Professor Cindy Fuller shares details about Health Science and Foundations of Nursing. Health Science opens doors to a health career while Foundations of Nursing prepares you for the rigors of the STCC nursing program. Visit stcc.edu to learn more.

STCC Around - May 1, 2025 - Health Science and Foundations of Nursing

On STCC Around, Professor Meaghan Piretti describes the Radiologic Technology program at STCC and how it can lead to a career as an x-ray technician.  Visit stcc.edu to learn more.

STCC Around - May 8, 2025 - Radiologic Technology

On "STCC Around," Professor Zee Haddad, Engineering and Physical Sciences chair, offers an overview of the programs and pathways to four-year institutions. Visit stcc.edu to learn more about these programs.

STCC Around - May 15, 2025 - Engineering Physical Sciences

On "STCC Around," Assistant Professor Lineisha Dominicci-Rosario discusses Mechanical Engineering Technology programs at STCC. She will host an open house on Tuesday, May 27, 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. in the MET lab in Springfield Tech Park, on Federal Street across from the main STCC campus.

STCC Around - May 22, 2025 - Mechanical Engineering Technical

STCC is in the running for MassLive's Reader Raves contest. Vote STCC for best college/university. Visit stcc.io/raves to vote.

STCC MassLive Reader Raves - July 2025

On "STCC Around," Associate Professor Laura Piquette discusses Health Information Technology programs at STCC. Springfield Technical Community College's fall semester starts Sept. 2. Find more information about stcc.edu

STCC Around - Sept. 4, 2025 - Health Information Technology

On "STCC Around," Associate Professor Darlene O'Brien discusses dental programs at STCC. For more information, visit Springfield Technical Community College's website at stcc.edu

STCC Around - Sept. 11, 2025 - Dental Science

Dr. Vanessa Hill, Faculty of the Year and Chair of Mathematics at Springfield Technical Community College, discusses why STCC’s math program adds up to student success. For more information, visit stcc.edu.

STCC Around - Sept. 18, 2025 - Mathematics

Professor Lindsey Snow, Clinical Laboratory Science Program Coordinator, gives an overview of this STCC program. Students train to become Medical Laboratory Technicians who perform tests in all areas of the clinical laboratory, including blood banking, chemistry, hematology, immunology and microbiology. For more information, visit stcc.edu.

STCC Around - Sept. 25, 2025 - Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Professor Shana Perez, Department Chair for the Medical Assistant program, gives an overview of this STCC program. Medical assistants perform administrative and clinical skills in a variety of health care settings such as physicians’ offices, outpatient clinics, laboratories and hospitals. For more information, visit stcc.edu.

STCC Around - Oct. 2, 2025 - Medical Assistant

Sarah Royston, program coordinator for Surgical Technology at STCC, offers details about the program, which combines intensive classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience in local hospitals and surgical centers.

STCC Around - Oct. 9, 2025 - Surgical Technology

Professor Chris Atwater discusses how a business degree from STCC can lead to opportunities. Graduates can transfer to a four-year institution or find a career pathway after earning a two-year associate degree.

STCC Around - Oct. 16, 2025 - Business Administration

Discover STCC’s Health Science and Foundations of Nursing programs in this "STCC Around" segment featuring Professor Cindy Fuller. Learn how these two-year degrees provide hands-on training, professional certifications, and a strong foundation for careers in healthcare and nursing.

STCC Around - Oct. 23, 2025 - Health Science Foundations of Nursing

Discover a rewarding career helping people live their fullest lives. In this "STCC Around" segment, Professor Cristy Wassung, Chair of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Springfield Technical Community College, shares how Occupational Therapy Assistants support clients of all ages in becoming more independent at home, school, work, and in the community. Learn about STCC’s accredited OTA program, flexible scheduling options, and the pathway to national certification. Visit stcc.edu

STCC Around - Oct. 30, 2025 - Occupational Therapy Assistant

On "STCC Around," hear from Nathan Andary, Director of Career Services at Springfield Technical Community College, as he shares how Career Services supports students and alumni in exploring interests, building skills, and launching successful careers. For more information, visit stcc.edu/resources/career-services

STCC Around - Nov. 6, 2025 - Career Services

Center for Access Services at Springfield Technical Community College provides critical support. Director Jose Lopez-Figueroa discusses how CAS supports students facing housing instability, food insecurity and other life challenges — and how to donate to support students.

STCC Around - Nov. 20, 2025 - Center for Access Services

STCC men's basketball coach Alfredo Cardona urges the community to come out on Saturday to support the team during a match with Northern Essex Community College. The women's team starts play at 1 p.m. in Scibelli Hall at STCC. The men's game starts at 3 p.m.

STCC Around - Basketball Game on Nov. 22, 2025

Discover STCC’s Lead – Female Leadership & Mentoring Program, designed to support and empower female-identifying students through mentoring, leadership development, academic guidance, and community-building opportunities. Learn how Lead helps students build confidence, connect with mentors, and grow as leaders—inside and outside the classroom.

STCC Around - Dec. 4, 2025 - Lead

Discover how the MILE Program—Male Initiative for Leadership and Education—at Springfield Technical Community College is empowering male students to succeed in the classroom and in life. On "STCC Around,"  Academic & Transfer Counselor Melvin Tejada shares how MILE provides inclusive academic support, dedicated mentoring, community engagement, and monthly skill-building workshops designed to help students thrive.

Learn how MILE connects Black and Latino male students with professional and faculty mentors, strengthens leadership and financial literacy skills, and builds a strong sense of community on campus. Meet the MILE team, hear about the program’s mission, and find out how students can get involved.

Whether you’re a current STCC student or someone interested in joining a supportive and transformative college community, this short feature gives you an inside look at one of STCC’s most impactful initiatives.

Take the first step. Learn about MILE. Become a leader.

STCC Around - Dec. 11, 2025 - MILE

STCC Around is a weekly segment highlighting news & events for the college community. It airs Thursdays at 8:30 am on WTCC 90.7 FM in Springfield, MA.

This week, hosts Andrew Cade and Jim Danko welcome Josh Carreiro, professor of sociology at STCC. Prof. Carreiro shares about the amazing opportunities available with a degree in Urban Studies, ranging from community organizing to regional planning.

Prof. Carreiro blogs about the Urban Studies program at
notes.stcc.edu/urban-studies-a-dynamic-and-eclectic-program-option/

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STCC Around - August 13, 2020 - Urban Studies

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