SFCC Speakers' Bureau
State Fair Community College is well known for high-quality instruction and academic and noncredit programs. The same individuals who make myriad topics come alive in the classroom are available to speak to organizations in the community. SFCC's faculty and administrators are a diverse and talented group with interests ranging from our academic and career technology areas to higher education operational procedures and leadership topics.
How to Schedule a Speaker
All requests for SFCC speakers should be made by contacting the speaker either by phone or e-mail. Requests should be made at least two weeks prior to the speaking engagement. Keep in mind that during class breaks and summer vacation, some speakers will not be available. Also, speaking engagements must be scheduled around teaching commitments and other activities.
When making arrangements, please supply the following information:
- Name of organization
- Time, place and date of meeting
- Approximate size and type of audience
- Time allotted for speaker’s presentation
- Topic of program
- Name and phone number of person making the request
Normally, there are no charges for programs or speakers provided by SFCC. If unusual expenses and/or travel of significant distances are incurred, reimbursement should be made to the speaker. Honoraria are not expected as a general policy, but are left to the discretion of the organization. Some departments, such as Fine and Performing Arts, may ask for donations to support the department.
If you have any questions, call the Office of Extended Campus-Lifelong Learning between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at (660) 530-5822.
Other Presentation Opportunities
Musical and Theatrical Entertainment
State Fair Community College also offers musical and theatrical entertainment from our Fine and Performing Arts programs. You may choose actors, artists, vocalists, ensembles, or stage productions. To make arrangements or for more information, call the Fine and Performing Arts office at (660) 530-5814 or e-mail the department chair, Eric Yazell, at
eyazell@sfccmo.edu.
Campus Tours and Talks
State Fair Community College's recruiters, advisors, and program coordinators are available to conduct campus tours or present information about a particular program. To arrange a tour or to request specific information about State Fair Community College, call (660) 530-5833 or e-mail SFCC Recruiter, Katie Brandes, at
lbrandes@sfccmo.edu.
SFCC Athletics
State Fair Community College's athletic coaches, athletic director, booster club members, and SFCC Roadrunner athletes are available to conduct presentations about the SFCC Roadrunner Athletic program. To arrange a presentation with the SFCC Athletic Department, call (660) 530-5808 or e-mail SFCC Athletic Director, Darren Pannier, at
dpannier@sfccmo.edu.
Speakers (in alphabetical order)
Jacqueline C. Almquist
Executive Director, SFCC Foundation
(660) 596-7249
Topics:
- SFCC Charitable Giving Opportunities
- The Art of Public Speaking
- Effective Communication Strategies
- Managing a Nonprofit Board of Directors
Brent Bates
Vice President, Educational and Student Services
(660) 596-7252
Topics:
- Careers in Mass Media
- Impact of a Community College on its Community
- Newspaper Design
- Photographic Composition
- Value of Community Colleges
Sheila Bunker
Instructor, Developmental Education
(660) 596-7225
Topics:
Mark L. Carter
Director, Admissions
(660) 596-7218
Topics:
- Importance of Diversity in the Workplace
- Proactive vs. Reactive
- Managing Stress
- Didactic Communication and the Communication Process
- The ABCs of Public Speaking
- The Importance of Leading and Following
- Scholarships...Worth the Effort
- The Art of Listening. The Forgotten Skill
Valerie Dent
Director, TRIO Student Support Services
(660) 596-7219
Topics:
- Community/Student Mentoring Program
- Trio SSS Program
Marsha Drennon
President
(660) 596-7222
Topics:
- Strategic Planning
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Organizational Development
- State Fair Community College
- Education for the 21st Century - The Next Generation of Learners
Renee Fiquet-Freeman
Instructor/Program Coordinator, Dental Hygiene
(660) 596-7234
Topics:
- Dental Hygiene: Now and in the Future
- Oral Systemic Health, Gums Relation to Heart
- SFCC Dental Sealant Program
- Oral Health and You!
Carol Fisher
Instructor, Speech and Theater
(660) 596-7336
Topics:
- Preparing and Delivering a Speech
Pat Gillman
Executive Director, Institutional Planning and CQI
Director, HOMTEC (Heart of Missoui Technical Education Consortium)
(660) 596-7379
Topics:
- Key Performance Indicators
- Quality Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Developing Mission and Vision Statements
- Basic Grant Writing for Non-profits
Kevin Haulotte
Instructor, Computer Aided Drafting
(660) 596-7419
Topics:
- Computer Aided Drafting
- Construction Management
- Pocket PC/PDA
- Time and Project Management Software
LuAnn Hammersland
Instructor, Microbiology
(660) 826-2791
Topics:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Donations
- Cholesterol
- Disease Transmission
- HIV & AIDS Health Issues
- Parasites in the United States
Anne Homan
Chair, Language and Mass Communication
(660) 596-7328
Topics:
John Matthews
Director, Financial Aid
(660) 596-7295
Topics:
- Student Financial Aid Resources
- Motorcycle Safety
- Veteran Affairs
- General Public Speaker
Fran Shafer
Dean
(660) 596-7365
Topics:
- Developmental Education for College Students
- Higher Education Advising
- Tutoring
- TRIO
June Skutnick
Coordinator, HOMTEC (Heart of Missoui Technical Education Consortium)
(660) 596-7306
Topics:
- Articulation Agreements from Secondary Schools to Post-Secondary Schools Agreements from Secondary Schools to Post-Secondary Schools
- Career Fair
Doug Strauss
Instructor, Psychology
(660) 596-7321
Topics:
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Anger Management
- Stress Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Dealing with Depression and Anxiety (in self or others)
- Working with Different Personality Types
- Addictions (substances, work, sports, etc.)
- Relationship Management (personal or professional)
Tony Thomas
Instructor, Philosophy
(573) 698-2311
Topics:
- History of Philosophy
- Ethical Issues in Business and Science
- Social/Political Philosophy
- Citizenship
- Literacy
- Student Learning Styles
Deb Williams
Director, Adult Education Literacy (AEL)
(660) 596-7389
Topics:
- Citizenship
- Literacy
- Student Learning Styles
- Goal Setting/Planning
- Time Management
Dan Page
Instructor, Adult Education Literacy
(660) 596-7289
Topics:
- Adult Education Literacy/GED in Pettis County Jail
