Host Chuck Abadie talks with Delana Harris, Executive Director of the PRCC Development Foundation, about the upcoming Alumni Awards Gala on May 14 at the Lake Terrace Convention Center.

Harris highlights each honoree and shares why the event has become a signature celebration of alumni achievement, service, and community impact at Pearl River Community College.

Development Foundation Alumni Awards

Lifetime Achievement - Hall of Fame Inductees

2025 Alumni Awards Recap

2024 Alumni Awards Recap

2023 Alumni Awards Recap

2022 Alumni Awards Recap

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In this special Wildcat Radio Show episode, Chuck Abadie is joined by PRCC Board of Trustees leaders Tony Waits and Dale Purvis.

Both alumni reflect on Pearl River’s transformation, from rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina to expanding academic, workforce, and technology programs.

The discussion highlights how PRCC is preparing students today for careers and opportunities well into the future.

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Learn more about Workforce Training

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Chuck Abadie visits with Alexx Kennedy, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communication at Pearl River Community College, to talk about the busy spring semester at The River. The episode highlights fine arts events at the Brownstone Center, student activities across campus, and why students should already be thinking ahead to fall housing and upcoming registration dates.

More information:

Residence Life Information (dorm information and how to apply for housing)

Brownstone Center for the Arts Upcoming Events

Student Organizations

Student Activities and Recreational Sports

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Host Chuck Abadie sits down with Dr. Kady Pietz, PRCC’s Vice President for Student Services, to talk about supporting students in an era of rapid growth and changing needs.

The episode highlights student housing, wellness resources, Title IX, and efforts to create a campus environment where students feel connected, supported, and prepared for success.

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Host Chuck Abadie kicks off the spring semester with Dr. James Collum, Dean of Career and Technical Education at PRCC’s Forrest County Campus. The conversation covers open registration, key dates for the spring term, and career and technical programs that still have seats available before classes begin. Dr. Collum also highlights high-demand workforce programs, allied health pathways, and why now is the right time to take the first step toward a new career at Pearl River Community College.

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What makes a workforce truly engaged, especially during the holidays?

Chuck Abadie talks with Dr. Rebecca Brown about practical strategies employers can use to boost morale, improve focus, and support professional growth. The episode highlights workforce training, leadership development, and how community colleges play a vital role in helping businesses thrive year-round.

Workforce Training page

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Chuck Abadie welcomes Alexx Kennedy, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, for a full rundown of what’s ahead this spring at Pearl River Community College.

They walk through open registration details, academic and career-technical program availability, housing timelines, and the busy season ahead at the Brownstone Center.

Pages of interest:

Career and Technical Education

Residence Life

Brownstone events

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In this episode, Chuck talks with Dr. Ryan Ruckel about how PRCC’s Phi Theta Kappa chapters help students connect, lead, and serve their communities.

They share updates on college service projects, undergraduate research tied to global themes, and collaborative efforts—such as award nominations and recruitment—that shape the honors experience at Pearl River.

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