Karen Potter

PR professional living in Greenville, SC. Currently Senior Director of Communications & Engagement @tctcedu. Opinions are my own.

[SC Daily Gazette || bsky @scdailygazette.com @SCDailyGazette]

Commentary from @ClemsonPrez and @TCTCprez: Bridge to Clemson sets the bar for transfer student degree completion. @tctcedu to @ClemsonUniv https://t.co/OgNs0I1A4N via @SCDailyGazette

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Proud to share that new data from @usedgov shows that bachelor's degree completion rates for federal financial aid recipients who transfer from @tctcedu to @ClemsonUniv are the best in the nation. Read more: https://t.co/wz1DNupliM

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Today, @tctcedu & @AndersonUnivSC announced a new transfer program. What makes the new program unique is the reverse referral option. This is 1 of only a few formalized articulation agreements in S.C. to include a reverse referral option. Read more: https://t.co/qAPcJun2t6

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

.@tctcedu, HMR Veterans Services & Honor Health Career Programs created a first-of-its-kind workforce development program that enables certified nursing assistants to become licensed practical nurses. Read more about it here: https://t.co/7DQELoNdjc

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

In the latest episode of the Future of Education podcast, I interview Laura Ullrich of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond about the complex topic of measuring community college success. Listen to this and other episodes here: https://t.co/DBZcMaaTRh

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

The ACBSP Associate Degree Board of Commissioners reaffirmed accreditation of the business programs at @tctcedu. Reaffirmation recognizes the quality of our programs & demonstrates that our students are gaining the types of skills employers want. https://t.co/wJSwVHpK0f

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Manufacturing is the biggest employer in Anderson County & @tctcedu has roughly 1,250 students taking courses to prepare them for jobs in manufacturing. We also have a 97% placement rate. This is great news for both students & employers. https://t.co/W43oMgNAEY

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Anderson County is #WhereTheWorldComesToWork and @tctcedu is proud to play a role in educating the county's workforce. We develop programs that meet the needs of employers. This is the role of a community college and TCTC is our community's college. https://t.co/LD86OSXxEL

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Congratulations to Helen Rosemond-Saunders on 30 years of service on the @tctcedu Commission! Helen received the Order of the Silver Crescent from Sen. Thomas Alexander & the TCTC Foundation announced an endowed scholarship in her name. Thank you, Helen! https://t.co/GwjViysa9E

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Proud of the team who developed our new plastic injection mold program, which received the 2023 Instructional Program award at the Community Colleges of Appalachia conference. Great example of @tctcedu meeting workforce needs & ensuring students earn a family-sustaining wage.

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

It's #EMSWeek, and I want to express my gratitude to the EMS professionals in our community who provide critical life-saving services each and every day. Your work is important and we appreciate you.

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Last night 300+ @tctcedu students walked across the stage & accepted their degree, diploma or certificate. Thanks to Lt. Gov. @PamelaEvette for serving as our keynote speaker. Thanks also to our Commission, faculty & staff for supporting our students. Congrats Class of 2023!

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Today is National Lineworker Appreciation Day. On this day we #ThankALineworker for powering the lives of millions of people across the country. We also recognize & thank @DukeEnergy for their ongoing support of @tctcedu and our power line worker program. https://t.co/hEdUtlMF5e

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

.@tctcedu is proud to partner with @follow_lander to create opportunities for our students to earn an advanced degree and a rewarding career in a high-demand field. Read about our new transfer agreements here: https://t.co/My0mj8aErw

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Yesterday we unveiled the first campus mural at @tctcedu! Muralist Lacey Hennessey did a fantastic job of representing our diverse student population along with the growth & learning that happens on our campuses. She also incorporated elements of our region & made it interactive.

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Enjoyed meeting with leadership from @theprismahealth and @ApprenticeshpSC last week to discuss apprenticeship opportunities and how @tctcedu can continue to meet emerging workforce needs.

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

17 students representing 5 Anderson County high schools graduated from @tctcedu's new registered pre-apprenticeship program, Manufacturing Works. The program aligns with skills sought by local employers & apprenticeship programs in the region. Read more: https://t.co/smlpffnAFF

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Tune in to the Future of Education podcast to hear Dr. Maria Harper-Marinick & I discuss who is and isn't attending college following the pandemic and the role community colleges like @tctcedu play in providing access & success for diverse communities. https://t.co/8Xm2wtNO0v

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Today we announced a unique agreement that enables @tctcedu Early Care & Education students to transfer to @NGreenvilleUniv's Educational Studies online bachelor’s degree program. ALL course credits transfer & students get a 10% discount on tuition. More: https://t.co/8tXXgTIYVm

[Galen DeHay @TCTCPrez]

Congratulations to the 200+ @tctcedu students who made the President's List by achieving a 4.0 GPA last fall! Pictured are 15 students who stopped by our student engagement suite to pick up their certificate and enjoy some hot cocoa and cookies. Keep up the good work!