Lansing Community College President Steve Robinson connects with LCC alumni to talk about their experience at and since leaving LCC. The LCC community is expansive and far-reaching. They are an incredibly diverse group of people representing all walks of life, working in hundreds of industries around the world. LCC Alumni Stories highlights alumni making positive contributions to their communities and showcases those who have overcome obstacles and barriers to achieve academic and personal success.
On this episode, Alumni Stories welcomes Shalet Barker into the studio to share her journey. As a dedicated healthcare professional who works as a Housekeeping Aide at Holt Senior Care & Rehab Center, Shalet built a strong educational foundation at LCC - earning both her Human Services Certificates of Completion and Achievement before graduating in May of 2021. She then continued her education, completing her bachelor’s degree in Community Human Service with a Family Concentration in December 2023. She is currently pursuing graduate studies at Sienna Heights University, with plans to transfer to Walsh University in Canton, Ohio, where she will complete her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Her commitment to serving others spans from her hands-on work in senior care, to her academic pursuit of becoming a mental health counselor.
23 Sept 2025
Dustin Earley, County Road Association of Michigan
Dustin Earley's educational journey took him through LCC from 2012 to 2015, where he built a strong foundation before completing his Professional Communications Bachelor's degree at Sienna Heights University at the University Center on LCC’s campus. Dustin has built a successful career as a communications professional, earning his accreditation in PR designation while leading engagement and outreach efforts for Michigan's county road infrastructure.
Website: Country Road Association of Michigan (https://micountyroads.org/)
30 Jul 2024
Oscar Pena, Black Rose Designs
Oscar Pena is an inspiring entrepreneur who had an incredible journey throughout his time at LCC. Starting with the HSDCI program in 2012, Oscar later moved to the Digital Media, Audio, and Cinema program. Now, he is the Head Designer and founder of Black Rose Designs, a clothing company known for its high-quality apparel made right here in Downtown Lansing. As a dedicated small business owner, Oscar continuously gives back to the community. Recently, he reconnected with LCC through the Michigan Reconnect program.
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