The Southwestern Career Connection

Hosted by Mike Despeaux, SCC's Director of Career Services, today’s episode focuses on how students leverage the strong partnership between SCC and Western Carolina University to succeed in the workforce. Featuring Dr. David Kinner, WCU's Dean of Arts and Sciences, as well as Dr. Jonathan Howle, SCC’s own Dean of Arts and Sciences.

Hosted by Mike Despeaux, SCC's Director of Career Services, today’s episode focuses on educating new healthcare professionals and features Clint Kendall, the CEO of Angel Medical Center, as well as Dr. Timothy Dean, SCC’s own Dean of Health Sciences.

 Hosted by Mike Despeaux, Southwestern Community College's Director of Career Services, today’s episode features the Southwestern Commission's Jake Gottloeb. They will be discussing the WNC Dislocated Worker Grant, which provides financial assistance and can help determine eligibility for those who live in Haywood, Jackson, Macon, Swain, Clay, Graham and Cherokee Counties.  Learn more ab...

Hosted by Mike Despeaux, Southwestern Community College's Director of Career Services, today’s episode features Pre-Health Science Success Coach, Pamela Judson. They will discuss topics such as SCC's health sciences programs, assistance for health science students and updates on the upcoming job fairs.

Hosted by Mike Despeaux, Southwestern Community College's Director of Career Services, today’s episode features 2015 graduate Gabrielle Beam-Hiatt, who’s now working for HIGHTS of Jackson County.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, English instructor Jennifer Brooks will go over the best critical thinking skills.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Human Resources Administrator Amanda Allen will discuss the importance of cultural awareness and sensitivity. 

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Human Services Technology/Substance Abuse Treatment Program Coordinator Lori Clancy will go over various interpersonal skills.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Vice President for Information Technology Scott Baker will discuss ways to be a problem solver and a decision maker.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, E-Learning Specialist Erin McCully will go over ways to be reliable and dependable.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Outdoor Leadership Program Coordinator and instructor Paul Wolf will discuss how to be a team player.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Vice President for Financial & Administrative Services William Brothers will go over time management skills.

SCC faculty and staff talk about "Soft Skills!" In this episode, Communications instructor Susan Cain will be discussing the best methods of communication.

Join us for this special episode as we speak with representatives from Harrah's Cherokee Casino and Resort about various available job positions, and learn how to apply!

In this episode, we speak with representatives from Cherokee Indian Hospital to discuss a variety of job opportunities, as well as the requirements and benefits of working at the hospital!

Join us for this special three-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on February 18, discussing opportunities in various fields. In this episode, Stephanie Edwards from the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce co-hosts as we speak with the following representatives (with timestamps): 0:46 - Nantahala Outdoor Center - Chris Aldridge 10:17 - Camp Illahee - Lindsey G...

Join us for this special three-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on February 18, discussing opportunities in various fields. In this episode, Julie Spiro-Donaldson from the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, and Stephanie Edwards from the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce, co-host as we speak with the following representatives (with timestamps): 0:51 - NC...

Join us for this special three-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on February 18, discussing opportunities in various fields. In this episode, Julie Spiro-Donaldson from the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce co-hosts as we speak with the following representatives (with timestamps): 10:19 - Harrah's Cherokee Casino & Resort - Jan Stubbs 17:18 -...

Join us for this special two-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on February 16, focusing on the healthcare field. In this episode, Wendy Buchanan co-hosts as we speak with the following representatives (with timestamps): 1:23 - New Hope Home Care - Morgan Owen 8:47 - Harris Regional Hospital - Lori McDougall 17:35 - Emergency Medical Services - Todd Dos...

Join us for this special two-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on February 16, focusing on the healthcare field. In this episode, Wendy Buchanan co-hosts as we speak with the following representatives (with timestamps): 7:51 - Donna Conner 11:11 - Mission Health - Erika Citak 22:03 - Mission Health - Linda Anderson 23:30 - Advent Health - Judy Torres 2...

Join us for this special edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a three day virtual job fair, beginning with the Big Job Reveal on February 15. In this episode, we speak with Paula Alter, who partnered with us from NCWorks to discuss the different jobs and resources available right now! Tune in to learn more!

Interview with Joshua Erickson, PMG's Market and Innovation Development Associate, co-hosted by Kelly Robinson, SCC's welding instructor.

Interview with Janina DeHart, SCC's Student Disability Services Coordinator.

Join us for a special three-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on October 14 where we spoke with several area employers in all kinds of employment sectors. In this episode, we'll speak with representatives from the following: North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Echo Hill Outdoor School, High Hampton Inn, Western Carolina University, Methodi...

Join us for a special three-part edition of the Southwestern Career Connection! SCC held a virtual job fair on October 14 where we spoke with several area employers in all kinds of employment sectors. In this episode, we'll speak with representatives from the following: Liberty Corner Enterprises, AdventHealth Gordon Murray, Willins & Associates, Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort and W...