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The day's report takes a look at the recent HCC 2016 Spring Convocation. Dr. Cesar Maldonado, HCC chancellor, presented the college system's plans for the new year, which are focused on creating student success and improving the student experience.

HCC participated in the MLK Grande Parade held in midtown Houston on January 18.

More than 380 high school students will study seismic surveys, compete for rigs and negotiate deals during a four-day competition called PetroChallenge at the Energy Institute High School and at Houston Community College Southwest.

Maria Contreras-Sweet, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, recently met with entrepreneurs at the Houston Community College District building.

The day's report offers some tips on how students can get the most out of their HCC experience.

Students received information on the following topics: maintaining F-1 Visa status, obtaining a driver’s license, employment, cultural adjustment, safety and security, immigration laws, health insurance coverage, tax information, Social Security and academic requirements.

The day's report features a look at the projects Houston Community College campus presidents are working on to improve the student experience.

The Houston Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees has new officers. During a special meeting held on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, board members voted to select Dr. Adriana Tamez as Chairman. The Board unanimously selected Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz as Secretary. Trustee Robert Glaser will keep his position as Vice Chairman.

The VAST Academy at Houston Community College was honored as a finalist during the 2015 Star Awards in Austin

People dream about finding a career they are passionate about. Finding that passion is something most students search for in college. That was the case for Houston Community College (HCC) student Jimmy Lazo.