
Wildcat Radio
Host Chuck Abadie highlights events and news from Pearl River Community College across all three campuses in south Mississippi.
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Episodes
13 episodes
Training Champions in Healthcare: PRCC Workforce Spotlight
Host Chuck Abadie sits down with PRCC’s Workforce Project Manager Tasha May to highlight the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals and how PRCC is answering the call. Learn about the new Certified Clinical Medical Assistan...
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Episode 144
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19:52

Explore, Apply, Advance: Allied Health & CTE at Pearl River
Host Chuck Abadie is joined by Cassie Jackson for a timely conversation about Allied Health & CTE programs at PRCC’s Forrest County Campus. With many application deadlines approaching and a community-wide info session scheduled for ...
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Episode 143
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19:50

Building Smiles & Careers: PRCC’s Dental Assisting Program
PRCC’s Dental Assisting Chair Veaunka Gulley joins host Chuck Abadie on the Wildcat Radio Show to highlight how the program is shaping the next generation of dental professionals. With no prerequisites required and strong job placement ...
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Episode 142
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19:51

Your Future in Respiratory Care Starts at PRCC!
Thinking about a career in healthcare? This week, Chuck Abadie talks with Frances Wright about PRCC’s Respiratory Care Technology program. Discover what it takes to become a respiratory therapist, from classroom learning to clinical...
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Episode 141
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19:49

PRCC’s Nursing Expansion: More Opportunities, More Impact
Brandi Linares, Dean of Associate Degree Nursing Education, joins host Chuck Abadie on the Wildcat Radio Show to discuss the new nursing building at PRCC’s Forrest County Campus, set to open in Fall 2025. Tune in to hear how this develo...
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Episode 140
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19:50

Recognizing PRCC Alumni & Investing in Student Success
PRCC’s Alumni Awards Banquet is right around the corner, and this episode includes stories of this year’s inductees. Host Chuck Abadie talks with Delana Harris about the event, how to get tickets, and how PRCC Foundation Scholarship...
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Episode 139
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19:50

PRCC Athletics: New Sports, Top Rankings & Upcoming Events
Pearl River Community College is making big moves in athletics! Host Chuck Abadie welcomes Director of Athletics Patrick Ochs to talk about the addition of archery and eSports, the No. 1-ranked baseball team, and the success of PRCC bas...
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Episode 138
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19:51

Healthcare Careers: Why Occupational Therapy Might Be Right for You
Occupational therapy assistants are vital in helping individuals regain independence after injury or illness. In this episode, Chuck Abadie talks with Michelle Haynes about PRCC’s OTA program, its hands-on learning approach, and the man...
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Episode 137
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19:50

Hands-On Training, Real-World Success: PRCC Career-Tech Programs
From HVAC to surgical technology, PRCC’s Career and Technical Education programs offer hands-on training for high-demand careers. Dr. James Collum breaks down program options, registration steps, and the exciting new expansions coming t...
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Episode 136
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19:50

Wildcat Update: Campus Events & Enrollment Essentials
The River is buzzing with activity! Alexx Kennedy joins host Chuck Abadie on the Wildcat Radio Show to talk about upcoming Brownstone Center performances, key registration dates, and new student resources like the Enrollment Center. If ...
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Episode 135
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19:50

Academic Achievement & Community Impact: A Conversation with Dr. Ryan Ruckel
Dr. Ryan Ruckel shares insights on the upcoming Mississippi Honors Conference, where students from two-year and four-year colleges will present their research for state recognition. Learn how PRCC’s involvement in this long-standing tradition i...
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Episode 134
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19:49

Inside PRCC Cheer: Dedication, Excellence, and Championships
What does it take to build a nationally recognized cheerleading program?PRCC cheer coach Sarah Smith joins Chuck Abadie to talk about what it takes to compete at College Nationals and maintain a championship-winning program. ...
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Episode 133
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19:52

Bridging Education & Industry: The Wildcat Works Internship Program
In this episode of the Wildcat Radio Show, host Chuck Abadie welcomes Paige Hutchinson, Work-Based Learning Coordinator at PRCC. They discuss how the Wildcat Works Internship Program connects Career-Technical Education students with rea...
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Episode 132
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19:53
