NISOD Virtual Expo: College Showcase

NISOD's Virtual Expo

College Showcases

Baton Rouge Community College
College Showcase
Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) services an eight-parish area in Louisiana. The mission of BRCC is to identify and meet the educational needs of its community through dynamic programs. BRCC first opened its doors on August 20, 1998 with 1,866 students. Since that time, BRCC has grown to almost 7,200 students, received full accreditation, authorized to award Pell Grants, and approved to construct the campus with a $65 million bond. BRCC will celebrate its 10th year anniversary.

For additional information:
Erica C. Sherrard
Executive Assistant to the Chancellor
Baton Rouge Community College
5310 Florida Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Ph: 225.216.8364
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College of Southern Nevada
College Showcase
Serving Southern Nevada for more than three decades, the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is America’s fourth largest single college, multi-campus community college. CSN is Nevada’s largest institution of higher education with approximately 40,000 students in 200 degree and technical programs and a four-year degree in dental hygiene. The college’s three main campuses and multiple academic centers spanning four counties serve two-thirds of the state’s population. CSN also has the state’s most ethnically diverse student body.

For additional information:
Darren Divine
Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
College of Southern Nevada
3200 East Cheyenne Avenue, Sort Code Z2A
North Las Vegas, NV 89030-4228
Ph: 702.651.4554
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Cuyahoga Community College
College Showcase
Opened in 1963 in Cleveland, Ohio, Cuyahoga Community College is Ohio’s first community college and remains the state’s largest, serving over 55,000 students each year. More than 700,000 county residents have come through Tri-C’s doors. The college offers two-year associate degrees, certificate programs, and the first two years of a baccalaureate degree. Courses are offered at three Cuyahoga County campus locations and numerous off-campus sites.

For additional information:
Cuyahoga Community College District
700 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Ph: 800.954.TRIC (8742)

Dallas County Community College District
College Showcase
Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is the largest undergraduate institution in Texas (63,000 credit, 25,000 non-credit students at seven colleges). DCCCD follows open search procedures for soliciting the best candidates to provide a balanced workforce that reflects Dallas County's ethnic makeup. DCCCD offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, challenging opportunities, and a great work environment.

For additional information:
Toni Scott
Human Resources Analyst
Dallas County Community College District
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El Paso Community College
College Showcase
El Paso County Community College District continues its service to the city of El Paso and the surrounding region. A multi-campus district with five campuses and four Early College High Schools, the college serves more than 25,000 students each semester. The college's mission is “to provide educational opportunities and support services that prepare individuals to improve their personal quality of life and to contribute to their economically and culturally diverse community.” Please visit our booth to see literature and videos about EPCC and its initiatives, including student success, dual credit, College Readiness Consortium, distance education, Achieving the Dream, Leadership and Teachership Academies, faculty development, Salute to the Arts, Students in Technology, and much more. There will be prizes for visitors who are interested in learning more about the innovative, exciting, and dynamic projects underway in El Paso. We look forward to seeing you!

For additional information:
Janet Eveler, Special Projects Assistant
Office of the Vice President of Instruction
El Paso Community College
P. O. Box 20500
El Paso, TX 79998
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Fayetteville Technical Community College
College Showcase
Established in 1961, Fayetteville Technical Community College is the third largest community college within the 58-college North Carolina system. Created with the goal of providing affordable education in the areas of vocational, technical, general, college transfer and continuing education, FTCC offers two-year associate degree programs (Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Science, Associate in Fine Arts, and Associate in General Education), one-year vocational programs, college transfer programs, adult basic education programs, community service programs, and a large variety of special interest courses through the continuing education program which is the largest in the state. FTCC is a leader in delivery of cutting-edge technology, serving as the “hub” educational center for a new certificate program in Interactive 3D Simulation Modeling with a world-class visualization center focused on learning how to create, build, and deliver 3D objects to any person at any time in any location. Through the Interactive 3D Education Center at FTCC, North Carolina is positioned as the leader in i3D education, training, and content development, with expansion of interactive 3D education being delivered into all levels of education throughout the state. With over 800 combined full- and part-time faculty members serving over 14,000 curriculum and 22,000 continuing education students, FTCC not only meets the needs of its students but also serves the community by improving the educational base of the workforce. At FTCC, curricular programs reflect the needs of the community and surrounding areas, and lifelong learning is not only encouraged but also delivered through quality, affordable education and leading-edge technology within a caring environment.

For additional information:
Barbara Tansey
Vice President of Academic and Student Services
Fayetteville Technical College
2201 Hull Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
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Florida Community College
College Showcase
Florida Community College is dedicated to meaningful learning and excellent teaching, enabling individuals to achieve their hopes, dreams and full potential, and to being a leading partner in creating a dynamic, prosperous community of enlightened leaders and thoughtful, effective, global citizens.

For additional information:
B.J. Schukis-Smith
Administrative Assistant
Florida Community College at Jacksonville
501 West State Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Ph: 904.632.3105
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Guilford Technical Community College
College Showcase
Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) offers lifelong learning opportunities to more than 10,000 curriculum and 25,000 non-curriculum students each year. GTCC ranks as the fourth largest of the 58 community colleges in North Carolina. With signature programs, such as the Larry Gatlin School of Entertainment Technology, it is evident that GTCC places heavy emphasis on the research and development of innovative programs and technologies. The 50-year-old institution has a history of successful business and industry partnerships throughout North Carolina and brings training and leadership opportunities in-house through a variety of professional development programs provided to faculty and staff.

For additional information:
Marcia McClaren
President’s Office
Guilford Technical Community College
P.O. Box 309
Jamestown, NC 27282
Ph: 336.334.4822 x2319
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Johnson County Community College
College Showcase
With more than 34,000 students enrolled in credit and continuing education classes each semester, Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas, is the state’s third largest institution of higher education and the largest of its 19 community colleges. Nationally known for excellence in programming and teaching, JCCC offers students a full range of undergraduate credit courses and more than 50 one- and two-year career and certificate programs that prepare students to enter the job market.

For additional information:
Julie Haas
Executive Director, Marketing Communications
Johnson County Community College
12345 College Blvd.
Overland Park, KS 66210
Ph: 913.469.8500
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Lone Star College System
College Showcase
Lone Star College System serves nearly 50,000 students in credit classes each fall. The system consists of LSC-CyFair, LSC-Kingwood, LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North Harris, LSC-Tomball, LSC-University Center, and six satellite centers. It is the largest institute of higher education in the greater Houston area, and the third largest community college district in Texas.

For additional information:
Maria Anderson
Lone Star College System
5000 Research Forest Dr.
The Woodlands, TX 77381
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Maricopa Community Colleges
College Showcase
The district consists of ten nationally accredited colleges, two skill centers, and multiple campus sites. It enrolls more than 277,000 culturally and ethnically diverse students annually. The district offers 933 occupational programs, seven academic associate degrees (arts, applied science, science, business, elementary education, general studies, and transfer partnership).

For additional information:
Eric Leshinskie
Interim District Director, Academic Affairs Support Programs and Services
Maricopa Community College District
2411 West 14th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281
Ph: 480.731.8300
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Northern Wyoming Community College District
College Showcase
The Northern Wyoming Community College District serves a tri-county area in Northern Wyoming including Sheridan, Johnson, and Campbell Counties. The District operates both Sheridan College and Gillette College, as well as outreach centers in Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming. Sheridan College is located at the base of the Big Horn Mountains and includes over 140 acres featuring modern facilities and attractive grounds. Gillette College is growing exponentially and is in the heart of the “coal capital” of the country.

For additional information:
Doug Parrott
VP of Academic Affairs
Northern Wyoming Community College District
Gillette College/Sheridan College
3059 Coffeen Avenue
Sheridan, WY 82801-1500
Ph. 307.674.6446 x2835
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Richland College
College Showcase
For more than 35 years, Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District has focused on teaching, learning, and community-building. Richland helps students build their future through courses that can be applied to the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, associate degrees, or certificates in a number of career fields, and training in the latest technology for students who want to advance in their current careers.

For additional information:
Carole Lester
Dean, Academic Enrichment
Richland College
12800 Abrams Road
Dallas, Texas 75243
Ph: 972.238.6110
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San Jacinto College
College Showcase
San Jacinto College has been serving the communities of east Harris County for more than 46 years. SJC offers over 140 various academic and technical programs and has articulation agreements with numerous Texas universities. At each of its three campuses and 11 extension centers, students receive quality education in multiple areas, guaranteeing a solid foundation for a successful career.

For additional information:
San Jacinto College
4624 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, Texas 77504
Ph: 281.998.6150

Sinclair Community College
College Showcase
Located in Dayton, Ohio, Sinclair is a comprehensive community college with an enrollment of 24,000 students. Innovation is a key part of the Sinclair culture, and it is through this innovative spirit that a new organization, Sinclair Solutions, has been developed. Sinclair Solutions exists to create and deliver software tools to address challenges facing colleges nationwide. Our areas of focus are retention, student success, early alerts, case management, curriculum development, and curriculum dissemination.

For additional information:
Russ Little
Manager, Web Systems
Sinclair Community College
Ph: 937.512.2696
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Tarrant County College District
College Showcase
Tarrant County College District is the sixth-largest community college or university in Texas, enrolling over 37,900 students during the last fall semester. The district has four campuses located throughout Tarrant County and a district office located in Fort Worth, Texas. The institution is an open-admission, two-year comprehensive community college offering associate degrees, certificates, academic preparation, workforce training, and continuing education opportunities. Committed to meeting the needs of the community, Tarrant County College District is in the process of constructing a fifth campus to be located in the downtown Fort Worth vicinity. Come by our booth and learn more about the many programs and employment opportunities available at Tarrant County College District.

For additional information:
Lily F. Tercero
Associate Vice Chancellor for Planning and Budgeting
1500 Houston Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Ph: 817.515.5171
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