<![CDATA[Start Here. Finish Here. And Everything in Between.]]>e7577d30-c797-5b6c-9951-3b00aacf1916Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:44:27 +0000Captivate.fmLCC Connecthttps://artwork.captivate.fm/67a35e77-8d44-4d42-a995-0b9fee70d1a9/GGsGKKzR5GdkGuDWuQsBJ2dT.jpgStart Here. Finish Here. And Everything in Between.LCC ConnectLCC ConnectA show highlighting the University Center at LCC that delves into college credit transfer and provides informative discussion on the common myths of attending community colleges and transfer opportunities. Former and current students, faculty members, advisors, university representatives and industry experts will join host Patty Spagnuolo as guests to share stories, experiences and answer everyday questions students and parents have when navigating college waters.https://start-here-finish-here.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastLiberty and Business For All – Northwood UniversityLiberty and Business For All – Northwood UniversityGuest Dr. Matthew Bennett keeps it real when sharing stories of triumph and focuses on the benefits of all the learning opportunities available at Northwood University. Matt is the Vice President of Graduate Enrollment and Professional Studies at Northwood University. He has spent two decades in higher education and has a keen understanding of how to grow enrollment, his focus is on Northwood’s graduate and Adult Degree Programs (ADP). Matt has held senior leadership roles within higher education which include executive vice president and chief advancement officer. He is a relationship builder and is well known in the business sector as well as higher education.

Website: Northwood University

]]>Guest Dr. Matthew Bennett keeps it real when sharing stories of triumph and focuses on the benefits of all the learning opportunities available at Northwood University. Matt is the Vice President of Graduate Enrollment and Professional Studies at Northwood University. He has spent two decades in higher education and has a keen understanding of how to grow enrollment, his focus is on Northwood’s graduate and Adult Degree Programs (ADP). Matt has held senior leadership roles within higher education which include executive vice president and chief advancement officer. He is a relationship builder and is well known in the business sector as well as higher education.

Website: Northwood University

]]>f681c723-eee4-4df2-928a-a601b158cc1dSat, 01 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -040022:58falsefull77March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair, Pt. 2March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair, Pt. 2Guest Becca Sowa explains how the Job Fair being held on March 22nd from 2-5pm, benefits both students and employers. Note: the Job Fair is being held on the same day as the Transfer Fair and they are being promoted together.

Becca Sowa is the Internship Development Manager with Career and Employment Services at Lansing Community College; she has worked at LCC for 12 years. Her primary role is to work with employers looking to recruit LCC students. She is instrumental in planning job fairs and other related events as well as working daily with students to find internship opportunities.

Website: March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair

]]>Guest Becca Sowa explains how the Job Fair being held on March 22nd from 2-5pm, benefits both students and employers. Note: the Job Fair is being held on the same day as the Transfer Fair and they are being promoted together.

Becca Sowa is the Internship Development Manager with Career and Employment Services at Lansing Community College; she has worked at LCC for 12 years. Her primary role is to work with employers looking to recruit LCC students. She is instrumental in planning job fairs and other related events as well as working daily with students to find internship opportunities.

Website: March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair

]]>a846718a-e3a3-4683-af0f-ce3226525a7dTue, 21 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -040013:55falsefull66March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair, Pt. 1March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair, Pt. 1Guest Graham Berke discusses the importance of attending the Transfer Fair being held on March 22nd from 2-5pm, to research and connect with the college or university you plan to attend. Note: the Transfer Fair is being held on the same day as the Job Fair and they are being promoted together.

Graham Berke is the Systems & Operations Manager at Lansing Community College’s University Center. He has been at LCC for 19 years, which also includes working in the Information Technologies department. Graham is a proud alumnus of three schools, Lansing Community College where he completed his Computer & Network Security degree, Ferris State University where he completed his Bachelor’s in Business Administration and most recently Northwood University where he completed his Masters of Organizational Leadership. He describes himself as an avid golfer, a barbecuer and a Do-it-Yourselfer. He has been a Michigan resident his entire life and has traveled to 49 states.

Website: March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair

]]>Guest Graham Berke discusses the importance of attending the Transfer Fair being held on March 22nd from 2-5pm, to research and connect with the college or university you plan to attend. Note: the Transfer Fair is being held on the same day as the Job Fair and they are being promoted together.

Graham Berke is the Systems & Operations Manager at Lansing Community College’s University Center. He has been at LCC for 19 years, which also includes working in the Information Technologies department. Graham is a proud alumnus of three schools, Lansing Community College where he completed his Computer & Network Security degree, Ferris State University where he completed his Bachelor’s in Business Administration and most recently Northwood University where he completed his Masters of Organizational Leadership. He describes himself as an avid golfer, a barbecuer and a Do-it-Yourselfer. He has been a Michigan resident his entire life and has traveled to 49 states.

Website: March On: The LCC Job & Transfer Fair

]]>6bda95d1-a282-4028-a58b-2e0beee2c473Sat, 11 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -040008:37falsefull55College Affordability and The Resources Available to Complete Your Education and Fulfill Your Career GoalsCollege Affordability and The Resources Available to Complete Your Education and Fulfill Your Career GoalsGuest Ryan Fewins-Bliss discusses what students need to know about college access and affordability and what tools exist to aid in the college-going process.

Website:About Ryan Fewins-Bliss

Website: Michigan College Access Network

]]>Guest Ryan Fewins-Bliss discusses what students need to know about college access and affordability and what tools exist to aid in the college-going process.

Website:About Ryan Fewins-Bliss

Website: Michigan College Access Network

]]>83b847a9-eb89-4a15-8e84-d9cfe9e27c01Sat, 28 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -040025:46falsefull44Your Transfer Journey Starts NowYour Transfer Journey Starts NowListen to host Patty Spagnuolo and guest Luke Richards as they discuss the nuances of the transfer experience; that is – moving your LCC credits to another institution. Luke is not only working at the College as a Specialist to assist students in taking that next step that gets them to the College or University that best suits their needs, but he is also a former transfer student. He will provide the benefit of his experience both working with students and being one.

Website: Request Information

]]>Listen to host Patty Spagnuolo and guest Luke Richards as they discuss the nuances of the transfer experience; that is – moving your LCC credits to another institution. Luke is not only working at the College as a Specialist to assist students in taking that next step that gets them to the College or University that best suits their needs, but he is also a former transfer student. He will provide the benefit of his experience both working with students and being one.

Website: Request Information

]]>9fe673e9-e185-4d9d-9985-2d6fa3c69352Sat, 10 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -040018:30falsefull33Demystifying FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)Demystifying FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)Guest Michele Strasz provides insight into the confusing world of Financial Aid.

CAPCAN Email Inquiries (Capital Area College Access Network)

]]>Guest Michele Strasz provides insight into the confusing world of Financial Aid.

CAPCAN Email Inquiries (Capital Area College Access Network)

]]>fabfae3f-5b6a-438d-878a-fbaa88ca0cf2Sat, 26 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -040010:36falsefull22Everyone Has a StoryEveryone Has a StoryHost Patty Spagnuolo talks about what to expect from this podcast and shares her story

LCC University Center

]]>Host Patty Spagnuolo talks about what to expect from this podcast and shares her story

LCC University Center

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