The January meeting of the Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees began with its election of officers for the coming year.  Bob Snyder was elected chairperson with David Marshall assuming the role of vice chair. This is Snyder’s sixth term as president since first being elected to the Board in 1999.

In addition, the Board received updates on the College’s strategic planning processes and heard an update from Vice President of Workforce Development Bryce McFarland on HutchCC’s concurrent education outreach efforts with high schools.  The Board also approved residence hall rates for the 2025-26 academic year.

The next meeting of the board will be Thursday, February 9 at 6:00 p.m. in the Shears Technology Center Justice Theater.  The public is invited to attend. Board meeting agendas and information can be found at www.hutchcc.edu/boardmeetings.

The Ray and Stella Dillon Lecture Series at Hutchinson Community College will open its 2025 series with Rob Kenney, creator of the YouTube channel “Dad, How Do I?” on Tuesday, February 4 at 10:30 am at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.

Affectionately known as the “internet Dad”, Kenney rose to fame in 2020 with his YouTube channel “Dad, How Do I?”, where he generates practical advice and life skills for people who may not have had a father figure in their lives. His channel covers a wide range of topics, from how to tie a tie, change a tire, unclog a sink, and other essential “dad advice.” Kenney’s warm and encouraging demeanor has earned him millions of followers, turning him into a comforting father figure for many.

Kenney’s inspiration for starting the channel stems from his own childhood. His father left when he was just 14, leaving him and his siblings to navigate life without that guiding parental influence. This experience motivated him to create content that fills the gap for those who find themselves in similar situations, providing not just practical help but emotional support.

With his wholesome approachable style, Kenney has expanded his influence beyond YouTube, appearing in interviews and on talk shows, where he shares his mission of helping others. In 2021, he published a book, “Dad, How Do I?: Practical “Dadvice” for Everyday Tasks and Successful Living,” further cementing his role as a mentor for people seeking guidance.

Kenney’s impact reaches beyond just tutorials – he’s created a sense of community and reassurance for many who lack a father figure, embodying the spirit of support, patience, and love that he aims to provide through his platform.

Tickets to the lecture are available now at www.hutchcc.edu/dls and will also be available beginning at 9:45 am the day of the lecture at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.

2025 is the 44th season for the Dillon Lecture Series on the HutchCC Campus.  For more information on the Dillon Lecture Series or to become a patron, visit www.hutchcc.edu/dls or call Becky Rogers at 620-665-3505.

At the December meeting of the Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees, the Board wrapped up the calendar year with several items of routine business.

In addition, the Board received its annual audit report and approved the dates of its 2025 meetings.

The next meeting of the board will be Thursday, January 9.  The meeting will be at 6:00 p.m. in the Shears Technology Center Justice Theater.  The public is invited to attend.

For more information on Hutchinson Community College and Board of Trustees meetings, visit the college website at www.hutchcc.edu/boardmeetings.

The Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees opened its November meeting by welcoming two student groups.

Circle K, part of the Kiwanis family, is a service organization that provides service, leadership and fellowship opportunities for its members. Activities are aimed toward service to the community, college campus and beyond. HutchCC currently has 15 students in its chapter.

The Board also met members of the HutchCC track team. The team will begin its season in January with the season culminating with the 2025 NJCAA National Track and Field Championships in May at Gowans Stadium.

In addition, the Board approved several items of routine business and received an update on its strategic planning initiatives.

The next meeting of the board will be on Thursday, December 12.  The meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. in the Shears Technology Center Justice Theater.  The public is invited to attend.
For more information on Hutchinson Community College, visit the college website at www.hutchcc.edu.