Hancock Hosts Career Carnival
OCTOBER 10, 2023-- Allan Hancock College hosted over 2,100 local junior high school students at its Santa Maria campus during a lively and informative Career Carnival event held on October 13.
The event was a showcase of Hancock’s Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, offering students a firsthand experience of these pathways through a series of engaging live demonstrations. Students also had the unique opportunity to meet industry professionals and take part in several hands-on Career Carnival activities. Dr. Earl Murray, Interim Project Director for the AHC Career Center, stressed the importance of fostering strong connections with K-12 educational partners considering the evolving employment landscape.
“The way jobs and occupations are now, we need to continue to develop a relationship with our K-12 partners,” said Murray. “This event not only provides students with the chance to explore potential career paths but also encourages them to consider higher education opportunities as early as the eighth grade.”
Leonard Champion, Fire Academy Faculty/Coordinator underscored the pivotal role the event played in shaping the career aspirations of young students.
“Today, we are introducing young students to the career of public service, and what they can do to give back to their community,” Champion said.
The event was organized by Hancock’s Career Center, a resource hub that provides students with essential support, guidance, and a wide array of opportunities as they set out on their path toward employment. To explore the resources and services offered by the Career Center, visit www.hancockcollege.edu/careers.
