Campus Connections with Geovanny Mayorga

In Episode 18, host  Geovanny Mayorga  talks with MCC's DSO Team:  Jihoon Doh , Associate Director of SVP Compliance, and  Ethan Archer-Helke , International Student Advisor and Title IX Coordinator at  Midwestern Career College . Jihoon and Ethan explain how DSOs support international students with  F‑1 visas, SEVIS records, domestic and international travel, driver’s licenses, health insuran...

In Episode 17, host  Geovanny Mayorga  is joined by two key MCC staff,  Eric Valdez, Student Services Coordinator, and  Monica Loayza, Career Services Coordinator, to share how Midwestern Career College supports students inside and outside the classroom. From personal wellness to professional readiness, Geo, Eric and Monica walk through the key resources every MCC student should know about. Eric e...

Join host Geovanny Mayorga for an engaging conversation with Patrick Brennan , distinguished ESL faculty instructor at Midwestern Career College. In this episode, Brennan shares his journey from the financial sector to the classroom, the philosophy that guides his teaching, and the transformative moments he witnesses as students find their confidence in a new language. With warmth, humor, and deep...

In this episode of  Campus Connections , host Geovanny Mayorga sits down with MCC Lead Dental Instructor  Rigo Zavala,  who shares his path through clinics, dental labs, and hands-on patient care. Rigo reflects on what first drew him to dental work, the surprising challenges of clinical environments, and the skills that shaped him long before he ever considered teaching. He also talks about life i...

In this episode of the  MCC Campus Connections Podcast , we sit down with  Eric Valdez , Student Success Coordinator at MCC. Eric shares his passion for helping students navigate challenges inside and outside the classroom, from academic support to personal growth. He talks about the importance of community, how MCC’s student services connect learners to the resources they need, and why listening...

Join us for an inspiring look into the lives of Midwestern Career College's student ambassadors, Crystal and Tanjea! In this episode, host Geovanny Mayorga and special co-host Jennifer Green, Academic Manager of MCC's Evergreen Park Campus, join two of MCC's Student Ambassadors for a lively discussion on overcoming challenges to make their dream a reality. Crystal and Tanjea share their personal j...

Campus Connections is back with an insightful discussion on navigating the evolving role of technology in education. Join us as host Geovanny Mayorga sits down with Hamza Mahmood, MCC's Lead IT Instructor, and Dr. Adriana Sabau, Healthcare Program Lead, to explore their personal journeys with technology and how they are leveraging it to enhance student learning. In this episode you'll discover: Th...

Welcome to Season 2 of Campus Connections! In this episode, host Geovanny Mayorga and co-host Monica Loayza engage in an in-depth discussion with Jennifer Green, Academic Manager of MCC's Evergreen Park Campus. Jennifer shares her personal educational and career journey, which took unexpected turns before leading her to a fulfilling role in supporting students. In this compelling interview, learn...

This episode of the Midwestern Career College Campus Connections podcast features an interview with Monica Loayza, the Career Services Coordinator. She shares her journey growing up in Peru and moving to the US to pursue higher education and career opportunities. Monica discusses her role supporting students through services like resume/interview preparation and job placement. She emphasizes the i...

In this episode of the Midwestern Career College podcast, host Geovanny Mayorga and co-host Shaudy Martinez sit down with alumna Estefania Mena to discuss her inspiring career journey as an international artist. Born in Guatemala, Estefania shares her story of pursuing her dreams of acting and singing by moving to Mexico for school, overcoming challenges as an immigrant, and ultimately coming to C...

In this lively episode of Chicago Conversations, hosts Geovanny Mayorga is joined by guests Brittany Burgess and Stacey Bizzieri. They engage in a dynamic dialogue covering a range of topics from sports to music and community connections. From reminiscing about favorite concerts at iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheater to discussing the vibrant sports culture of Chicago, including the enduring...

Join us for Episode 7 of the Midwestern Career College podcast as we delve into the world of ESL education. Host Geovanny Mayorga, joined by today's co-host Shaudy Martinez, leads a captivating discussion with Ryan Mudder, MCC's International Admissions Manager, exploring the unique experiences of students learning English as a second language. From overcoming language barriers to the dive...

Episode 6 delves into the unique career path of Erin Hughes, Director of Admissions at Midwestern Career College. From her beginnings studying fashion design to years spent in retail management, Erin shares her diverse experiences and the pivotal moments that ultimately led her to find purpose in higher education admissions. Discover how Erin's background in art, customer service, and hands-on...

In this episode of Campus Connections, host Geovanny Mayorga interviews Ben Lobpries, the Director of MCC's English as a Second Language program. They discuss Ben's journey from growing up in a small town in Texas to pursuing degrees in theater, creative writing and education around the country. Ben shares how he found his calling in teaching ESL and helping international students at MCC....

This episode hosts an insightful conversation with Dr. Angel Resto, Director of Business Programs at Midwestern Career College, with valuable perspectives on diverse career paths and the importance of education. Dr. Resto shares his fascinating journey from working in finance, banking, and credit unions to pursuing his passion for teaching and education. As the Director of Business Programs at MCC...

Episode 3 explores Shaudy Martinez's passions for music, cooking, and community from the perspective of her journey as an international student in Chicago. Originally from Venezuela, Shaudy discusses her time as a choir soloist and singer in bands back home. She shares her love of cooking shows and passion for cooking savory dishes. As the International Student Services Coordinator at MCC, Sha...

In the latest episode, Geovanny engages in a conversation with Drew Wentzel, a Financial Aid Coordinator with a unique journey in higher education. Geo also reflects on his love for soccer, sharing soccer talk with Drew, including teams, championships, and the World Cup.

In this enlightening episode, we connect with Jessica Karim, an international student and social media creator at MCC. Jessica shares her remarkable journey from Germany to Chicago, emphasizing the importance of embracing new experiences and challenges. She discusses the transformative power of learning a new language, her positive experiences at Midwestern Career College, and the value of interna...