MONTCO ON THE MOVE

Wendy Erhardt, English Senior Lecturer, is the recipient of the 2026 Barnes & Noble Part-Time Faculty Teaching Excellence Award. Erhardt talks about the student nominated award and what it means to her, as well as her career in teaching and what it takes to be successful as a student at Montco.  Recorded and edited by Isabel Schweizer, Nicholas Katits and Baph McIver from the College's So...

Loujain Ahmed , ’26, the 2026 Commencement student speaker talks about her time as a student at the College. Among the many clubs and activities she was involved in, she served as president of Student Government Association, was as a member of the President’s Advisory Council on Equity and Social Justice, the President’s Leadership Council, interned at the Challenger Learning Center at Montco Pott...

English Lecturer Dr. John Lynskey and English Faculty Diversity Fellow Dr. Sean Weaver discuss how the lives of those in the LGBTQ+ community have been impacted over legislation enacted over the last 250 years. The conversation is part of “The American Mosaic,” the ongoing series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.  Montco’s A “More Perfect Union”: Voices of the...

Rebecca Thompson, ’10, talks about how her time as a student at Montco put her on the path to success that ultimately led to career as a certified financial planner and wealth advisor.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Yaniv Aronson, Assistant Professor of Mass Media Studies, and mayor of Conshohocken, talks about the role local government plays in improving the lives of citizens and how its essential to a functioning democracy.  The conversation is part of “The American Mosaic,” the ongoing series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.  Montco’s A “More Perfect Union”: Voices of...

Pennsylvania State Senator Maria Collett (D-12) talks about her career in Harrisburg, her work as a nurse, her advocacy to improve healthcare and support higher education statewide and why college students should be civically engaged.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Jessica Dalcanton, Theatre Assistant Professor, reflects on the role theatre plays in telling the story of America as part of “The American Mosaic” the ongoing series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.  Montco’s A “More Perfect Union”: Voices of the American Past, Present, and Future, a 250th U.S. Anniversary project, has been made possible in part by a major g...

Sarah Rudich, ’00, Senior Director of Institutional Advancement at Montgomery County Community College, talks about the Montco (PA) Legacy Fund, the official and only MCCC-affiliated philanthropic arm established to advance MCCC’s mission and strategic priorities. She’ll also talk about the importance of donating to the College and ways you can give. For more information, visit mc3.edu/LegacyFund....

Katie Esmaili, Coordinator of Equity Diversity and Belonging, joins Jared to talk about the 2026 Presidential Symposium on Diversity and the keynote speaker Dr. Omekongo Dibinga. Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Dr. Jill Meehan continues the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence by discussing the roots of American classical music and the composers who helped form the American style.  "Montco’s A “More Perfect Union”: Voices of the American Past, Present, and Future, a 250th U.S. Anniversary project, has been made possible in part by a major grant fro...

Dr. Stephanie Allen, Director of Equity, Diversity and Belonging returns to talk about the Tri-Alpha National Honor Society for First Generation College Students and how you may be able to become a member.  Recorded by Quinn Szente and Dominic Hernandez and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

For students looking to get involved in a club or activity on campus, Dr. Tyler Steffy, Director of Student Life, talks about five different ways students can get involved and the benefits of signing up.   Recorded by Quinn Szente and Dominic Hernandez and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, Montco is holding a yearlong celebration during the 2025–2026 academic year featuring a vibrant series of events, activities, and reflections that connect our past to our present and future. Dr. Suzanne del Gizzo, Dean of Liberal Arts, will give an overview of the 250th anniversary commemor...

Takisha Mundy, Director of Career and Alumni Engagement, talks about the work her office does to support students and alumni meet their professional goals and stay connected to the College.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Dr. Margaret Bryans, Biology Professor and coordinator of the Biotechnology Program at MCCC, talks about her recent BioBuzz Workforce Champion of the Year Award , and gives an overview of her work to educate and train biotechnology and biomanufacturing of students for the Philadelphia region’s science workforce. Recorded by Quinn Szente and Ian Meranus, edited by Quinn Szente from the College&apos...

Community college graduate Patrick Howell talks about his long career and the pathway that led to him opening a successful chain of Jamaican food restaurants and food trucks. He also talks about his career as a police office, doctor, teacher and school administrator.  Recorded and edited by Ian Meranus, from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

The Hospitality Institute’s two new food options,  Bistro 1964 and Bakery 340 , are now open for the fall semester for students, employees and community members. Dr. Anthony Ginexi, Dean of Business and Professional Studies, and Jackie Faillace, Operations and Events Manager at the Hospitality Institute, talk about what customers can expect if they stop by for a meal.  Recorded and edited by Ian M...

Engineering Science recent graduate Tom Quinn,'25, who recently transferred to Lehigh University talks about his experiences as a student at Montco including a Physics independent research project, his visit to the Green Bank Observatory and his internship at NASA.   Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente, from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Kicking off a year of events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as Constitution Day, Montgomery County Community College will host “Give Us Liberty and the Right to Vote: The Journey to the 19th Amendment” a panel discussion on the 19th amendment, which guaranteed women the right to vote. Judge Carolyn T. Carluccio will be among the panel...

S eptember is National Suicide Prevention Month and Dr. Nichole Kang, the Wellness Center Director, and Ally Arthur, the Wellness Center Manager, discuss the events and activities happening on campus to commemorate the event. Plus, they’ll talk about the signs and symptoms of suicide and the resources available to help.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente, from the College's Sound Recording...

The fall semester is right around the corner! Kimberly Logan, Academic Support Manager, talks about how Montco’s free tutoring services can help students in all subjects. Tutoring is available 24/7 for all students in-person in the libraries on the Blue Bell and Pottstown Campuses and online through Brainfuse.  Recorded by Quinn Szente, Brett Mitchell, and Dylan Thomas Edited by Quinn Szente from...

In this milestone 100th episode, Montco on the Move welcomes Donald Lyons, Chair of Montgomery County Community College’s Board of Trustees. Donald shares his inspiring educational journey, overcoming academic challenges to achieve his goals. Now a financial professional and community leader, Donald reflects on the transformational power of education, the value of community college, and what it me...

Professional voice actor Talia Genevieve, ’11, talks about how her time in Montco’s Sound Recording and Music Technology program helped launch a career as a voice actress. You can see her work on the animated series “Universal Basic Guys.”  Recorded by Kyle Ziebis & Dylan Thomas, edited by Matt Frankl from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

Wellness Center Director Dr. Nichole Kang and Resilient Students Network Engagement Coordinator Erin Cassidy talk about the grocery program and housing resources available to students to combat food and housing insecurity.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program

High school Dual Enrollment student Cat Crutchfield describes her experience as a student in the program. The recent graduate received her associate’s degree in Liberal Studies and is headed to Temple University’s Honors program in the fall.  Recorded and edited by Quinn Szente from the College's Sound Recording and Music Technology Program