Today on STCC Around, Springfield artist Kahli Hernandez, AKA "The World Famous Artoonist," talks about the upcoming art exhibit at the Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts Gallery at STCC. The Gallery honors Black History Month in February with an exciting collaborative art workshop and exhibition led by Hernandez. The exhibit is titled “The World Famous Artoonist’s ‘Art Heist,’” which will be on display at the Carberry Gallery from Feb. 8 to April 4.

For more information, visit stcc.io/carberry.

STCC Around - Jan. 30, 2025 - Art Gallery Exhibit

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

Discover how sonography - often referred to as diagnostic medical sonography - prepares students at STCC to operate special imaging equipment to create images or to conduct tests. Graduates will have an opportunity to become a part of a rapidly growing medical field.

STCC Around - Jan. 15, 2026 - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Find out about STCC's Fine Arts program, which introduces students to the technical skills and creative concepts used by today’s artists and designers. Students can transfer to four-year programs, including the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

STCC Around - Jan. 22, 2026 - Fine Arts Program

The General Studies program offers students the flexibility to explore classes and career opportunities while earning credits that are transferable to many colleges and universities. Professor Joshua Carreiro discusses details of the program and how to apply.

STCC Around - Feb. 5, 2026 - General Studies

This "STCC Around" segment features the Director of Nursing at Springfield Technical Community College promoting its Associate Degree in Nursing, hands-on clinical training, and a new accelerated option. The message highlights approval by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing, accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing, and clear pathways to RN licensure and bachelor’s degrees.

STCC Around - Feb. 19, 2026 - Nursing

Hear how business programs at Springfield Technical Community College prepare students for real-world careers—from internships to seamless transfer options—in this "STCC Around" segment.

STCC Around - March 5, 2026 - Business

Discover how the Laser Optics Technology program at Springfield Technical Community College prepares students for high-tech careers in photonics, lasers and advanced manufacturing.  Learn more about the program, including how to enroll, at stcc.io/laser.

STCC Around - March 19, 2026 - Laser Optics Technology

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