What's your purpose? A spotlight on Jan Rog

Jan Rog is a member of the English faculty at Metropolitan Community College-Longview.  Her compassionate, commitment to her purpose of teaching her students the English language runs deep. Rog explains her purpose best in this short video clip.

What's your purpose? A spotlight on Rodger LaBeth

Rodger LaBeth is an past football coach who authentically inspires employees and students at Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City (MCC) to be the best they can be. He works tirelessly through his seminars and his blog Chalk Talk to motivate and inspire others for greatness. 

Read more about LaBeth at Tom Vansaghi's blog, Pupose Through Action.

Carpenter connects with students, creates opportunities

Dianna Carpenter may not be quick to accept praise for a job well done, but when you ask her what she likes best about working at MCC, she's got a fast and enthusiastic answer.

"I love making a difference in a student's life," she says. "Creating opportunities for students by helping them get on track with their financing for college - that's why I'm here."

Carpenter, an account collections specialist in student payment services, is the Administrative Center's employee of the month for January. Now beginning her eighth year at MCC, she works with students who have defaulted - or are at risk of defaulting - on their financial aid, loans or payment plans. She finds satisfaction in helping students understand their options and providing guidance to get them back on track with their finances so they can continue attending MCC.

Though Carpenter has been working in education for 17 years, her current role is a lot different from her previous job, where she worked one-on-one with special needs students in the Lee's Summit School District.

"I sometimes miss having that kind of direct contact with students, but in my role at MCC I do still get to connect with students and offer them the resources they need to succeed," says Carpenter. "I have a passion for education and I think customer service is really important in my role and throughout the college."

That commitment to student success and satisfaction is evident to her peers.

"She is always willing to help, whether it is a co-worker or a student," said a colleague who nominated her for the employee of the month award. "She always has a smile and a positive outlook and she will go the extra mile it sometimes takes to resolve a problem. MCC is lucky to have an employee like her!"

Creating Opportunities - A message from Tom Vansaghi

Tom Vansaghi, associate vice chancellor of college and community relations, is passionate about spreading the word of how MCC creates opportunities. Follow his blog as he highlights other MCC employees who create opportunities for the students and our community!