https://simplecast.com El Camino College's "ElCo Chats" podcast series shares inspiring stories of student success as told by our own students, alumni, faculty, and staff members. Discover what El Camino has to offer through the experiences of those who achieved their goals or are continuing their journey, and hear from those who helped guide them on a path to success. 2023 El Camino College en Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:16 +0000 https://elcochats.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/4f2b77f1-b710-4078-84ea-a0934b1f9cf4/494d2978-90a6-4b81-abb7-26733b010bd9/3000x3000/ecc-podcastart-3000x3000-c01.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://elcochats.simplecast.com episodic El Camino College's "ElCo Chats" podcast series shares inspiring stories of student success as told by our own students, alumni, faculty, and staff members. Discover what El Camino has to offer through the experiences of those who achieved their goals or are continuing their journey, and hear from those who helped guide them on a path to success. El Camino College false https://feeds.simplecast.com/3UqjXWfZ california, college, community college, education, higher education El Camino College prosales@elcamino.edu 7cb1defc-cb5a-494e-9dd5-a33100505b82 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/mocan-initiative-zzm01fqp Building Brotherhood with MOCAN El Camino College 00:18:26 El Camino counselor Diego Rodriguez and student Reginald Jackson discuss the impact and mission of the ECC Men of Color Action Network. Also known as MOCAN, this network is dedicated to closing achievement gaps, identifying specific challenges students face, building peer-to-peer support, and providing leadership opportunities. As Reginald says, “MOCAN is a brotherhood, a family – not just a resource.” El Camino counselor Diego Rodriguez and student Reginald Jackson discuss the impact and mission of the ECC Men of Color Action Network. Also known as MOCAN, this network is dedicated to closing achievement gaps, identifying specific challenges students face, building peer-to-peer support, and providing leadership opportunities. As Reginald says, “MOCAN is a brotherhood, a family – not just a resource.” false full 27 18e2bd15-35b4-4718-8738-d3e8af99c9f7 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/hbcu-aNOdzDQ1 El Camino and HBCUs El Camino College 00:28:56 A dynamic trio of student success Warriors gathered at El Camino to talk about their role in creating a first-ever HBCU transfer guarantee pathway 10 years ago. Elaine Moore, Dr. Regina Smith, and Dr. Helen Young share how the innovative program started at ECC and became a model for the entire California Community Colleges system, increasing opportunities for students statewide to continue their education at an HBCU. A dynamic trio of student success Warriors gathered at El Camino to talk about their role in creating a first-ever HBCU transfer guarantee pathway 10 years ago. Elaine Moore, Dr. Regina Smith, and Dr. Helen Young share how the innovative program started at ECC and became a model for the entire California Community Colleges system, increasing opportunities for students statewide to continue their education at an HBCU. false full 26 9a6e29ec-d17e-439b-83ad-9216748e19b6 Wed, 3 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/ecc-president-first-gen-experience-kRlbIEN7 ECC President Shares First-Gen Experience, Career Journey El Camino College 00:26:41 El Camino President/CEO Dr. Brenda Thames talks about her experience as a first-gen college student, which guided her career dedicated to helping students succeed. Also sharing the positive impact of mentors who believed in her, she wants students to know that a team at El Camino is ready to help them get where they want to be, from assistance with the higher education process to learning how to get the most out of their college experience. El Camino President/CEO Dr. Brenda Thames talks about her experience as a first-gen college student, which guided her career dedicated to helping students succeed. Also sharing the positive impact of mentors who believed in her, she wants students to know that a team at El Camino is ready to help them get where they want to be, from assistance with the higher education process to learning how to get the most out of their college experience. false full 25 9814e156-1d37-475d-bc8f-89d6b3a0f7d2 Thu, 6 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/finding-community-veterans-services-l7vJK9nx Finding Community with Veterans Services at El Camino El Camino College 00:17:14 When student veteran Daniel Contreras decided to enroll in college after serving in the U.S. Army, he started by taking a walk around El Camino. He found the Veterans Services Office and realized he would not be alone on his academic journey. Through the Veteran’s Resources Center, he found assistance with his education benefits, along with a welcoming community where he is among others with similar experiences. When student veteran Daniel Contreras decided to enroll in college after serving in the U.S. Army, he started by taking a walk around El Camino. He found the Veterans Services Office and realized he would not be alone on his academic journey. Through the Veteran’s Resources Center, he found assistance with his education benefits, along with a welcoming community where he is among others with similar experiences. college, military, us army, community college, veterans, higher education false full 24 377137ec-49e5-4d73-9729-2f1be9bbdd5b Wed, 1 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/career-change-LvO7oZun Returning to El Camino for New Career El Camino College 00:16:28 Alexis returned to El Camino for a career change. After earning two degrees at ECC and a bachelor’s degree, she landed a great job in media. Soon, she recognized her passion for working in education. She is back at El Camino pursuing a degree and career in teaching. Her advice to others in the same position? “Switch it if you need to! You want something that's going to bring you a lot of joy to keep you going every day.” Alexis returned to El Camino for a career change. After earning two degrees at ECC and a bachelor’s degree, she landed a great job in media. Soon, she recognized her passion for working in education. She is back at El Camino pursuing a degree and career in teaching. Her advice to others in the same position? “Switch it if you need to! You want something that's going to bring you a lot of joy to keep you going every day.” false full 23 21c76d77-8d0d-461c-945d-d528104c96d8 Wed, 3 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/jason-barquero-wM_xb5U_ Level up with Career Services at El Camino El Camino College 00:27:41 Jason Barquero, El Camino’s dean of workforce readiness & student life, is focused on putting students to work. A big part of this is providing access and opening doors to employment options in all kinds of businesses and industries so students can pursue the career of their dreams. He also shares information about Intern South Bay, ECC’s first signature internship program that launched in summer 2025. Jason Barquero, El Camino’s dean of workforce readiness & student life, is focused on putting students to work. A big part of this is providing access and opening doors to employment options in all kinds of businesses and industries so students can pursue the career of their dreams. He also shares information about Intern South Bay, ECC’s first signature internship program that launched in summer 2025. false full 22 f3b53bd3-4227-4206-bd38-b7d1cea19e93 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/brittany-hubble-sru_xb3r From Student to Professor at El Camino El Camino College 00:26:08 El Camino alumna, professor of communication studies and assistant director of forensics Brittany Hubble shares her experiences at the college, with a focus on her involvement with the powerhouse speech and debate team. With her unique perspective as both a student and an instructor, she advises students to experience as much as possible outside of class and get to know others in the college community. El Camino alumna, professor of communication studies and assistant director of forensics Brittany Hubble shares her experiences at the college, with a focus on her involvement with the powerhouse speech and debate team. With her unique perspective as both a student and an instructor, she advises students to experience as much as possible outside of class and get to know others in the college community. community college, debate team, forensics, speech and debate, higher education false full 21 8e862e42-2489-47c7-94c9-c35a2f59247d Thu, 29 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/ecc-mana-GHT_Ibjo Building Bridges with the MANA Program El Camino College 00:29:26 MANA coordinator Mele Makalo and alumna Fine Tuitupou share how the program guides Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Asian, and Native American students through the college experience, from enrollment through graduation. Community is key, they said – MANA offers a place to call home. Mele added that one-on-one services such as academic and social interactions, career development, graduation/transfer assistance, and mentorship make all the difference. Fine, also a recent UC Berkeley grad, said MANA helped shape her future; she appreciated being a part of a community where she felt seen and heard. MANA coordinator Mele Makalo and alumna Fine Tuitupou share how the program guides Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Asian, and Native American students through the college experience, from enrollment through graduation. Community is key, they said – MANA offers a place to call home. Mele added that one-on-one services such as academic and social interactions, career development, graduation/transfer assistance, and mentorship make all the difference. Fine, also a recent UC Berkeley grad, said MANA helped shape her future; she appreciated being a part of a community where she felt seen and heard. false full 20 5ac0c754-de79-4f0d-9c76-59fc2644191e Thu, 15 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/kenny-simkins-GovFZXcg Pride and Community at El Camino El Camino College 00:14:59 As ECC’s LGBTQIA+ Student Success Coordinator, Kenny Simkins wants to make sure all students, faculty and staff feel welcome on campus. He invites everyone to visit the new Pride Center and plans workshops and activities inspired by student feedback so that programming meets their needs. An advocate for higher education, he also encourages prospective students to enroll at El Camino: “Come as you are … there’s a place for you on this campus.” As ECC’s LGBTQIA+ Student Success Coordinator, Kenny Simkins wants to make sure all students, faculty and staff feel welcome on campus. He invites everyone to visit the new Pride Center and plans workshops and activities inspired by student feedback so that programming meets their needs. An advocate for higher education, he also encourages prospective students to enroll at El Camino: “Come as you are … there’s a place for you on this campus.” false full 19 7d49ec35-ad6d-40f4-984f-bbadb80129b5 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/dual-enrollment-el-camino-college-BFEUeJYi How to Start Your College Journey In High School El Camino College 00:18:45 Emily Torres is a junior at Gardena High who also takes classes at El Camino through the college’s dual enrollment program. The first-gen biology major plans to earn an associate degree at the same time she graduates from high school – with no enrollment fees. Her schedule is challenging, but she says her classes are interesting and supportive professors and staff members help her navigate the college experience. Emily Torres is a junior at Gardena High who also takes classes at El Camino through the college’s dual enrollment program. The first-gen biology major plans to earn an associate degree at the same time she graduates from high school – with no enrollment fees. Her schedule is challenging, but she says her classes are interesting and supportive professors and staff members help her navigate the college experience. education, dual enrollment, college, high school, community college, higher education false full 18 38cc9e30-2470-4d6a-bc48-244f0d7c399e Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/josefina-cruz-wjkU96xg Immigrant Student Success at El Camino College El Camino College 00:21:10 In her role as coordinator of the Immigrant Student Success program, Josefina Cruz Molina works to provide services and events that help immigrant and undocumented students navigate El Camino and life beyond the classroom. She makes sure students are successful in college and helps them access important resources including financial aid, scholarships, transfer assistance, basic needs support and more. In her role as coordinator of the Immigrant Student Success program, Josefina Cruz Molina works to provide services and events that help immigrant and undocumented students navigate El Camino and life beyond the classroom. She makes sure students are successful in college and helps them access important resources including financial aid, scholarships, transfer assistance, basic needs support and more. ab540, dreamer, college, community college, immigration, dacaa, higher education false full 17 ca141ca3-51d1-4e6b-ae87-3f2d4c94959a Wed, 4 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/umoja-project-success-qPi00X8G Finding Success and Community with Umoja-Project Success El Camino College 00:24:26 El Camino grads Cameron Delahoussaye and Yemsrach Burka found community and support through Umoja-Project Success. Now a counselor with the program, Cameron guides students on their higher education journey. Yemi transferred to San Jose State University and credits Umoja-Project Success for helping her define her career goals. Both connected with students and mentors through the family-oriented program that offers university tours, tutoring, academic counseling, scholarships, and more. El Camino grads Cameron Delahoussaye and Yemsrach Burka found community and support through Umoja-Project Success. Now a counselor with the program, Cameron guides students on their higher education journey. Yemi transferred to San Jose State University and credits Umoja-Project Success for helping her define her career goals. Both connected with students and mentors through the family-oriented program that offers university tours, tutoring, academic counseling, scholarships, and more. student equity, college, community college, umoja project success, higher education false full 16 e0ad9345-5dd2-48af-abf8-4f6dfe2fb309 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/darlin-cano-53Ctds_m First-Gen Student Builds Connections for College Success El Camino College 00:26:06 Darlin Cano struggled when she first started classes at El Camino. After moving to the area from Guatemala while still in high school, she knew she wanted a college education but didn’t know how to navigate the system. By her second semester, the first-gen student connected with professors who helped her take advantage of all ECC has to offer; now she is in the honors program and aiming to transfer to UCLA. Darlin Cano struggled when she first started classes at El Camino. After moving to the area from Guatemala while still in high school, she knew she wanted a college education but didn’t know how to navigate the system. By her second semester, the first-gen student connected with professors who helped her take advantage of all ECC has to offer; now she is in the honors program and aiming to transfer to UCLA. false full 15 65b02d5c-fd36-4def-a6e5-51c741823424 Wed, 2 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/andrea-sala-s0nN_BTe How to Get the Most Out of Your ECC Scholarship El Camino College 00:25:24 ECC Foundation Executive Director Andrea Sala explains the scholarship application process and advises all students to apply. This fall, more than 600 students were awarded nearly $900,000 in scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. Sala also shares tips for completing the online application and notes that assistance is available. From athletes to STEM majors, there is a scholarship for everyone. ECC Foundation Executive Director Andrea Sala explains the scholarship application process and advises all students to apply. This fall, more than 600 students were awarded nearly $900,000 in scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. Sala also shares tips for completing the online application and notes that assistance is available. From athletes to STEM majors, there is a scholarship for everyone. false full 14 53176e76-b481-4751-8be2-ca2947c07601 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/roshumba-mason-V4K_XiPd ECC Grad Finds Support in Campus Community El Camino College 00:19:32 When recent grad Roshumba Mason returned to El Camino after an extended break from college, she was determined to give it another try, this time with the help of our specialized programs, services, and the many mentors and friends she met along the way. Even though she faced challenges with attending college during the pandemic, she met her goals and is transferring to a university with the goal to be a school counselor. When recent grad Roshumba Mason returned to El Camino after an extended break from college, she was determined to give it another try, this time with the help of our specialized programs, services, and the many mentors and friends she met along the way. Even though she faced challenges with attending college during the pandemic, she met her goals and is transferring to a university with the goal to be a school counselor. false full 13 b868ccdc-e77d-4236-9102-9b74ba41cff9 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/ivette-diaz-quintero-A2lPnnOq Student to Professional: Alumna Shares Full Circle at El Camino El Camino College 00:22:45 Ivette Diaz-Quintero is the first in her family to earn a college degree and now works with LA County helping others. In the beginning, the ECC and CSU Dominguez Hills grad wasn’t sure how to even begin her educational journey, but found guidance from the Puente program, along with counseling, mentoring, tutoring, financial aid, and other support at El Camino to help her discover her path and who she wanted to be. Ivette Diaz-Quintero is the first in her family to earn a college degree and now works with LA County helping others. In the beginning, the ECC and CSU Dominguez Hills grad wasn’t sure how to even begin her educational journey, but found guidance from the Puente program, along with counseling, mentoring, tutoring, financial aid, and other support at El Camino to help her discover her path and who she wanted to be. education, transfer student, community college, social work, higher education false full 12 bff572bf-44b6-4cac-984a-7ecbe1a4f856 Wed, 22 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/llendy-bermudez-eejP9Vev Returning to School After a 21-Year Break El Camino College 00:21:40 Llendy Bermudez enrolled in El Camino after a 21-year break and remains committed to his education. After earning his high school diploma, he wasted no time to start his college career. He was nervous, but said he felt welcome right away. No matter what age or stage you are in your education, he says that this is a great time to become an ECC student: "The community here at El Camino has changed my life." Llendy Bermudez enrolled in El Camino after a 21-year break and remains committed to his education. After earning his high school diploma, he wasted no time to start his college career. He was nervous, but said he felt welcome right away. No matter what age or stage you are in your education, he says that this is a great time to become an ECC student: "The community here at El Camino has changed my life." transfer student, college, high school, community college, higher education false full 11 c0c75d76-4836-48ef-ae4c-ed6eb1c6b137 Wed, 1 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/katie-sundara-63kHmTsj Industry and Technology Success with Associate Dean Katie Sundara El Camino College 00:20:34 Associate Dean of Industry and Technology Katie Sundara invites all prospective students to see the many career paths available at El Camino – and the best way to do that is to take a tour. From earning degrees and certificates to taking classes that build on existing skills, students have a variety of options that lead to high-paying careers, with help from faculty members who guide students to achieve their goals. Associate Dean of Industry and Technology Katie Sundara invites all prospective students to see the many career paths available at El Camino – and the best way to do that is to take a tour. From earning degrees and certificates to taking classes that build on existing skills, students have a variety of options that lead to high-paying careers, with help from faculty members who guide students to achieve their goals. careers, technology, college, cosmetology, community college, automotive, industry, architecture, higher education false full 10 9200e243-f1ea-407d-82ae-e7b2567bcd37 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/sidney-lee-Y4C2rgHE Know Your Campus Resources with Sidney Lee El Camino College 00:23:13 Student Sidney Lee is an El Camino Ambassador who wants students to be aware of all college resources so they can complete their educational goals. She appreciates the personalized assistance at the college. With “in-person services you get that one-on-one connection and you’re just in close proximity to your peers,” she says. “These are people you are going to be seeing again. The community is very tight.” Student Sidney Lee is an El Camino Ambassador who wants students to be aware of all college resources so they can complete their educational goals. She appreciates the personalized assistance at the college. With “in-person services you get that one-on-one connection and you’re just in close proximity to your peers,” she says. “These are people you are going to be seeing again. The community is very tight.” false full 9 cf818e2f-fa67-4295-8de8-8cfad18a1274 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/first-generation-success-professor-darrell-thompson-q8j_szmC Achieving First Generation Success with Professor Darrell Thompson El Camino College 00:18:52 As a first-gen college student himself, El Camino English professor Darrell Thompson knows the challenges those in this group can face. Many have questions about college life, others need help but don’t know who to ask. Thompson makes sure students take full advantage of the college experience, offers support, and helps them connect with a counselor to choose a major and get on a path to success. As a first-gen college student himself, El Camino English professor Darrell Thompson knows the challenges those in this group can face. Many have questions about college life, others need help but don’t know who to ask. Thompson makes sure students take full advantage of the college experience, offers support, and helps them connect with a counselor to choose a major and get on a path to success. false full 8 a357347b-2fdb-4e0d-9f62-0a85a9fed0e5 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/jose-merino-oscar-hernandez-87qpTmAP Get Involved on Campus with Jose Merino & Oscar Hernandez El Camino College 00:18:19 Campus leaders Jose Merino and Oscar Hernandez were inspired to enroll in El Camino by family members who had previously attended and found success. As ASO president, Jose found that being a part of campus activities allows him to help the college improve the student experience. Oscar’s role as the Inter-Club Council (ICC) president puts him in a position to make an impact at El Camino and ensure everyone can find a way to get involved in student life. Both discovered a welcoming student-centered academic community at ECC that offers a variety of opportunities for leadership and networking. Campus leaders Jose Merino and Oscar Hernandez were inspired to enroll in El Camino by family members who had previously attended and found success. As ASO president, Jose found that being a part of campus activities allows him to help the college improve the student experience. Oscar’s role as the Inter-Club Council (ICC) president puts him in a position to make an impact at El Camino and ensure everyone can find a way to get involved in student life. Both discovered a welcoming student-centered academic community at ECC that offers a variety of opportunities for leadership and networking. education, college, student life, community college, el camino college, higher education false full 7 21f3d066-81c4-49ca-813d-92eda587e739 Wed, 7 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-seranda-sylvers-OZHY9w_H Dr. Seranda Sylvers Shares Educational Plan Advice El Camino College 00:23:28 As an academic counselor, Dr. Seranda Sylvers helps students identify what they would like to achieve and then make a personalized plan to make it happen. By exploring different classes, majors, careers and goals, Dr. Sylvers shows students how education can shape their future and change their life. Her best advice? “Just start,” she says, even if it is just one class. “In order to reach that end goal, you have to start.” As an academic counselor, Dr. Seranda Sylvers helps students identify what they would like to achieve and then make a personalized plan to make it happen. By exploring different classes, majors, careers and goals, Dr. Sylvers shows students how education can shape their future and change their life. Her best advice? “Just start,” she says, even if it is just one class. “In order to reach that end goal, you have to start.” counseling, education, community college, higher education false full 6 5973ba27-ef92-44ff-87fd-eb5912f87702 Wed, 6 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/formerly-incarcerated-student-support-program-nVxxXAQM Formerly Incarcerated Support Program Helps Students Thrive El Camino College 00:36:50 Vilma Fuentes is a counselor and former coordinator for El Camino’s Formerly Incarcerated Re-Entry Students Thriving (FIRST) Program. One-on-one meetings with advisers are a key part of the program, along with support such as meal cards, affordable housing and job referrals, and workshops on various topics that help formerly incarcerated students reacclimate into society and education. Janet Carraman is a recent El Camino graduate who is now an outstanding psychology student at Cal State Fullerton. She openly shares her experiences as a formerly incarcerated student with staff members and peers, facilitating her own healing while helping to create safe spaces for other vulnerable students. She also started her own nonprofit to support formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students. Vilma Fuentes is a counselor and former coordinator for El Camino’s Formerly Incarcerated Re-Entry Students Thriving (FIRST) Program. One-on-one meetings with advisers are a key part of the program, along with support such as meal cards, affordable housing and job referrals, and workshops on various topics that help formerly incarcerated students reacclimate into society and education. Janet Carraman is a recent El Camino graduate who is now an outstanding psychology student at Cal State Fullerton. She openly shares her experiences as a formerly incarcerated student with staff members and peers, facilitating her own healing while helping to create safe spaces for other vulnerable students. She also started her own nonprofit to support formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students. support program, formerly incarcerated students, community college false full 5 22123641-5db3-4212-a01b-26bfa879fa42 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/chancellor-sonya-christian-xdr0Mt0h Chancellor Sonya Christian Talks All Things California Community Colleges El Camino College 00:08:55 California Community Colleges Chancellor Dr. Sonya Christian talks about how El Camino College – and all the California Community Colleges – offer students an accessible and excellent education. Her best advice for prospective students? “Do it now. Now is the right time for you to go to the El Camino website and look at how El Camino can really help you take the next step. Don’t overthink it. Just take that leap of faith because the support systems here are going to just envelope you and take you through to the finish line. Your time is now.” California Community Colleges Chancellor Dr. Sonya Christian talks about how El Camino College – and all the California Community Colleges – offer students an accessible and excellent education. Her best advice for prospective students? “Do it now. Now is the right time for you to go to the El Camino website and look at how El Camino can really help you take the next step. Don’t overthink it. Just take that leap of faith because the support systems here are going to just envelope you and take you through to the finish line. Your time is now.” california, community college, higher education false bonus 2194b434-6f52-41f9-82c9-1e8d6c8d57b3 Wed, 8 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/sharonda-barksdale-ggvdOWip Sharonda Barksdale Talks All Things Basic Needs El Camino College 00:23:50 As the coordinator of the Basic Needs Center, Sharonda Barksdale makes sure students have access to food, housing, transportation, and clothing so they can focus on classes. Students enrolled in at least one unit can get personalized basic needs assistance and access to CalFresh, Metro U-Pass, Warrior Pantry, and the Warrior Closet, which Sharonda opened in 2018 to offer new/gently used clothing at no cost. As the coordinator of the Basic Needs Center, Sharonda Barksdale makes sure students have access to food, housing, transportation, and clothing so they can focus on classes. Students enrolled in at least one unit can get personalized basic needs assistance and access to CalFresh, Metro U-Pass, Warrior Pantry, and the Warrior Closet, which Sharonda opened in 2018 to offer new/gently used clothing at no cost. false full 4 ef98ff91-eb36-49ae-a1a6-1bbafb93a466 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/delfino-camacho-wlbsDoBK Returning Student Delfino Camacho Pursues a New Career in Journalism El Camino College 00:29:58 Delfino Camacho is a current journalism/communication major who is giving college another chance after joining the workforce for several years following his high school graduation. With support from family, El Camino, and a scholarship from NBCU Academy, he is working toward transferring to a university and pursuing a journalism career. He said coming back to El Camino after a break in his education exceeded all expectations and it makes him extremely happy to be learning and trying new things. Delfino Camacho is a current journalism/communication major who is giving college another chance after joining the workforce for several years following his high school graduation. With support from family, El Camino, and a scholarship from NBCU Academy, he is working toward transferring to a university and pursuing a journalism career. He said coming back to El Camino after a break in his education exceeded all expectations and it makes him extremely happy to be learning and trying new things. false full 3 1ebac682-a957-4cb5-bf41-cf123adf180f Wed, 13 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-rene-lozano-ktYA8_Y3 Dr. René Lozano Gets Students Transfer-Ready El Camino College 00:22:58 Dr. René Lozano, El Camino’s transfer center coordinator and counselor, helps students use El Camino as a springboard to the university of their dreams. He lets students know that becoming transfer-ready starts with their very first class – it’s never too early to be aware of all the options available. Students can learn more about universities, take tours, meet with alumni, and find help with the transfer process. Transfer Center staff is ready to walk the transfer journey with each individual student – every step of the way. Dr. René Lozano, El Camino’s transfer center coordinator and counselor, helps students use El Camino as a springboard to the university of their dreams. He lets students know that becoming transfer-ready starts with their very first class – it’s never too early to be aware of all the options available. Students can learn more about universities, take tours, meet with alumni, and find help with the transfer process. Transfer Center staff is ready to walk the transfer journey with each individual student – every step of the way. false full 2 8e0b0e90-42cd-4ecf-8f70-36e8b57a2d82 Thu, 3 Aug 2023 18:18:16 +0000 prosales@elcamino.edu (El Camino College) https://elcochats.simplecast.com/episodes/latanya-king-I9C3sNB8 Alumna LaTanya King Shares Her Comeback Story El Camino College 00:28:19 El Camino alumna LaTanya King is proud of the progress she’s made in her education. Her comeback, as she calls it, was possible thanks to key players at El Camino who guided her. Professors, counselors, staff members – King had a strong support system in place that led to her ECC graduation and put her on a path to UCLA where she is now majoring in political science and African American studies. El Camino alumna LaTanya King is proud of the progress she’s made in her education. Her comeback, as she calls it, was possible thanks to key players at El Camino who guided her. Professors, counselors, staff members – King had a strong support system in place that led to her ECC graduation and put her on a path to UCLA where she is now majoring in political science and African American studies. education, community college, el camino college, higher education false full 1