TTC Internet Radio Does Spoleto ‘09

TRIDENT TECH INTERNET RADIO’S REPORTERS EXPERIENCE SPOLETO ‘09

Radio instructor Marcia P. Warnock and several radio students participated again in coverage of  the Spoleto Festival USA, the world’s most comprehensive arts festival, founded in Charleston in 1977 by composer, Gian Carlo Menotti.   Warnock has been covering the festival since its inception and saw an unparalleled opportunity for her students to be exposed to world class art and its creators.

Radio student Melvina Ravenel thought it was a great first time experience.  “Research must be involved to ask intelligent questions,” she said.  “And it was the first time I’ve ever experienced Spoleto, which I’d considered outside of my cultural norm.  I should have known about the Alvin Ailey Dance Company, but I’d never heard of it.  I loved it!  Now I’m passing it on to my 8 year-old son.”

TTC’s Internet Radio brings stories about Festival performers to its world-wide audience every year.  Other students involved, besides Melvina Ravenel, include Shefvon Rivers, and Felicia Allyn, as well as English professor, Dr. Richard Hartnett, and Warnock, herself.  Performers and events covered include “Don John,” “Dogugeshi,” “Beverly Watkins,” “Rene Marie” and Festival orchestra members.  Vox pops (voice of the people) reviews of performances were also collected.

Student reporter Ravenel concluded that “it was a real eye opener of what is to come and what I want to do.”

Interviews of participants are aired regularly on Trident Technical College’s Internet Radio, located at ttcradio.com.  The station airs talk and music during the day and plays music at night.  Podcasts of individual Spoleto pieces can be found at ttcradio.mypodcast.com.   Search May 1st, 2009 through August 2009.

Now Podcasting!

Hey folks, just wanted to give you all a heads up and let you know that we’re currently in the process of getting our original programming into podcast form so that you’ll be able to download it to your ipod or other portable mp3 player and listen to it whenever you want. Thanks again for listening and be sure to check out http://ttcradio.mypodcast.com for our podcasted programming and http://www.ttcradio.com for more information.

The New Kids on the Block

Ok, so they’re not really kids, but they are new. Please welcome Clay “Smurf” Brooks, Glenn “Mo-bucks” Weston, and Chris “Rooster” Youngblood to our station. They’re the hosts of a new program called “Don’t do this” in which they reveal the reasons why many of the things that are considered dangerous are in fact dangerous. Consider it an advice show for those who don’t have common sense.

In their first program, they went through the top ten things that one should never do when on a date, and “Rooster” revealed that he had a negative experience when doing one of the top ten.

If you have any funny stories that you would like for them to share in their program, please send an email to ttcdontdothis@yahoo.com or you can find them on their facebook page which is located at
http://www.new.facebook.com/pages/Dont-Do-This/55876356175

Brief Biography

Barbara W. Ankersen

Born and raised in Charleston, a graduate of Bishop England High School, undergraduate degree in Dental Hygiene from Loyola University of the South, New Orleans, Louisiana and masters degree in Dental Hygiene Education from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Mrs. Ankersen began her teaching career at Midlands Technical College and after receiving her masters, taught for 13 years at the Medical University of South Carolina in the State’s only bachelors degree (dental hygiene) program until its’ closure in the late 1980’s.

Mrs. Ankersen began the program at Trident and has taught at the College for 20 years. She is a member of the American Dental Hygienist’s Association and the American Dental Education Association.

New Semester, New Lineup

Well, the new semester has begun here at Trident Technical College and we’ve also had some changes to our lineup. Here’s our currently lineup that reflects the changes.

TTC Internet Radio Staff:

Marcia Warnock

Christopher Youngblood

Christopher Stone

John Wilson

Glenn Seale

RTV 111 Students:

Latoya Abney
Melissa Brooks
Edward (EJ) Graham
Brian Hoggatt
Joeseph McClendon
Simone Queen
Leroy Seabrook
Timothy Selbee
Michael Steinberg
Tiffany Thornhill

RTV 112 Students:

Darryl Earley
Will (Capt.) Morgan

Trident Technical College Faculty and Staff:

Ann Welty

David Hansen

Jerry Walthall

Jim Haskell

Meg Howle

Mike Johnson

Pat Fox

Randy Grimes

Raymond Moody

Roscoe Thornthwaite

Tony Sheppard

Student Contributors:

Akia Cone

Floyd Jeffcoat

Tim Threet

Christopher Stone

Spring Semester 2009

Well, it’s a new year and a new semester. We have plenty of new voices that are looking forward to contributing to our internet radio station and we’re looking forward to letting those voices be heard, so be on the lookout for the talented newcomers and the new programming that will come with them.

In about a week or so we’ll be updating our list of student contributors to reflect our current enrollment in the radio program.

Brief Biography

Barry Franco

I am the Dean of the Aeronautical Studies program at Trident technical College. I have been employed by Trident for the past 10 years and have been involved in aviation maintenance for 26 years. I currently work to deliver training for Vought Aircraft Company and Global Aeronautica, the two companies in North Charleston ,SC that are involved in the building of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

I have always been interested in radio and have been an Amateur radio operator, or Ham, for the past 22 years. I am also involved in marketing the aviation programs here at Trident and believe the use of Internet radio is an excellent way to reach potential students, as well as to keep the public informed concerning matters of aviation.

Brief Biography

Brian Almquist

My first 20 years in the working world were spent in the United States Navy. While splitting my career between the submarine force and recruiting duty, I was able to complete and associate degree and a bachelor’s degree as a non-traditional student. I then came to TTC as a recruiter, moved to financial aid as an assistant director, and then to student employment director. This all gave me the experience to be able to relate to many of the challenges our students face.

I enjoy helping employers find quality employees from TTC and I take even more pleasure in helping our students and graduates find employment. Participating with the TTC radio station is just one more way that I can reach our students and the community to assist with that process.

Brief Biography

Steve Price

Steve Price is the Educational Program and Marketing Consultant for Trident Technical College’s Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development. He is also an adjunct instructor and speaker for communication, customer service, ethics, and leadership topics. He came to TTC in 2001 after and 30 year career with a Fortune 500 company.

There he developed training programs and facilitated countless seminars to executives of all levels. In his final six years with the company, he served as the chief executive of the company’s Georgia operations, producing more that $400 million dollars in annual revenue and leading over 3,000 employees.

A native of Newberry, SC, he lives on Headquarters Island and enjoys trial hiking, fishing, tennis, keeping up with his four grandchildren, and as an avid epee fencer for 18 years, is a member of the Dueling Society of Charleston.

Steve says “My focus will be on encouraging students of all ages and stages to never stop learning. Continuing education programs provide ease of registration and compelling areas of interest that can “hop up” anyone’s resume or credentials. Whether for personal growth and satisfaction or to improve career related skill sets, there are courses available in the classroom or more globally, online to fit anyone’s interest. Use caution when listening to my segments…they may just lead you on a great adventure.”

Brief Biography

Deborah Freel - Counselor for Students with Disabilities

Deborah is a social worker with 15 years of counseling experience, particularly in the areas of crisis management, trauma, and chronic mental illnesses. Deborah’s professional and personal interests also include social change, citizen action, advocacy, and her 5 year old son.

You may reach Deborah at 574-6013 or at Deborah.freel@tridenttech.edu . Her office is located on the Main Campus of Trident Technical College, building 410, room 210.