Inside LCC

This episode explores how Lansing Community College’s academic divisions use outreach to connect with prospective students and the broader community. Representatives from Health and Human Services, Technical Careers, and Arts and Sciences discuss events, school partnerships, hands-on activities, alumni connections, and other ways they introduce people to LCC’s programs and opportunities. The conversation also highlights how outreach can serve the community through clinics, performances, and educational events while helping students discover career and educational paths that fit their goals.

Resources & Links:

Bridget Ward -HHS Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator

Allison Snyder - Tech...

The Digital Media, Audio, and Cinema Program (DMAC) at Lansing Community College gives students hands-on training for careers in media. LCC DMAC Faculty Jeff Hamlin and Barry Elmore are in studio to share how students use modern equipment and work on real projects. The program is designed around experiences that build creativity, teamwork, and strong community ties, while also providing support and mentorship to help students succeed.

Mentioned This Episode

Website: DMAC Program

This episode takes a look at the Music Program at Lansing Community College, which stands as a beacon of opportunity for aspiring musicians, audio technicians, and those looking to learn more about music. Host Melissa Kaplan is joined in studio by LCC Music Faculty Jonathon Gerwitz and Steve Simonson, to give insights into the diverse degrees and musical ensembles available to students, as well as members of the community.

Program Information: LCC Music Program

Rocks are great, but Geology is so much more! We go Inside LCC with Prof. Kirsten Wright to learn the exciting courses and opportunities for students who study Geology at LCC.

Program Information: LCC Geology Program

Contact:

Kirsten Wright, Professor of Geology / Program Advisor & Science and Math Outreach

wrighk28@lcc.edu

Go Inside LCC to learn about LCC’s award-winning Theatre program with professors Blake Bowen and Paige Tufford who talk about LCC’s Studio Theatre acting program, other courses offered such as Stage Makeup, Stage Combat, and Costume and Lighting Design, and the many performance opportunities for students.

Contact Information:

Blake Bowen, Lead Faculty Theatre - bowenb4@lcc.edu

Paige Tufford, Theatre Faculty and Performing Arts Production Coordinator - tuffordl@lcc.edu

LCC Theatre Program

LCC Performing Arts

LCC Performing Arts Facebook

In this episode we talk with Angel Martin, President of the LCC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, about the benefits of joining PTK and what students can expect.

Interested in joining or learning more?

Learn more at lcc.edu/clubs and find the advisor contact information under Phi Theta Kappa.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptk_lcc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1629716140596827/

Cassie gets an inside look at Lansing Community College's Childhood Development and Early Education Program. Lab Instructor, Heidi Jordan explains the basics of program, what career paths it can lead to, and what students of the program can expect.

Website: LCC Child Development and Early Education

LCC Biotechnology Professor, Dr. Mindy Wilson explains what students learn, applications beyond the classroom and the jobs that can be found in the field.

Website: LCC Biology Degrees & Certificates

Shelley Jeltema from Computer Information Technology and Geospatial Science joins Inside LCC to talk drones (and more).

Learn more at: Geospatial Science

Jodi Wiley from the Massage Therapy program joins Inside LCC to talk about what it’s like to be a student in the program, the benefits of a cohort program and where massage therapy can take you.

Website: LCC Massage Therapy Program

Teresa Price, Youth Program Coordinator, joins Inside LCC to talk about the youth programs that take place over the summer for children in elementary, middle, and high school. These summer camps and classes provide fun ways for kids to study topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM), leadership and team dynamics.

Website: LCC Youth Program

Email: Lifelong@lcc.edu

Phone: (517) 483-1415

Isaac Reimer, Assistant Professor of Communication, joins Inside LCC to talk about the many areas of communication, classes offered in the program and how different communication skills can benefit any student.

Website: The Communication Program

The medical assistant is a healthcare professional who works in outpatient ambulatory care facilities such as urgent care or a physician’s office, as well as surgical centers. A great option for the person who wants to be in healthcare and start working within a year.

Website: LCC Community Health Services Program

Website: Health & Human Services Division

An explanation of Lansing Community College's Sign Language Program; what it takes and how it works.

Website: Sign Language Interpreter Program

Website: Arts & Communications

The Enhanced Degree Program at Lansing Community College is for risk management and business majors. Students can take three years, or 90 credits worth followed by one year at a select school.

Website: LCC Business & Management Studies

The medical assistant is a healthcare professional who works in outpatient ambulatory care facilities such as urgent care or a physician’s office, as well as surgical centers. A great option for the person who wants to be in healthcare and start working within a year.

Website: LCC Community Health Services Program

Website: Health & Human Services Division