On this edition of RiverTalk, meet Indian River State College Chief Retention Officer Becky Shearer and learn how students can take advantage of this transformative, meaningful program.

Join host Kathleen Walter for an inspiring conversation about Indian River State College's transformative STEM Pioneers program, which has achieved a remarkable 60% increase in STEM enrollment and sent students to competitive NASA programs. Dr. Lynne O'Dell, program director, discusses how community colleges are evolving to meet the demands of modern STEM education, from AI integration to preparing students for the Space Coast's booming commercial space industry. Featured students Sela Belle Vazquez (NASA L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy), Cody Bevilacqua, and Helen Navach (NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars) share their journeys from local classrooms to national recognition. Discover how this federally-funded initiative is redefining what's possible in two-year education and why continued community support is important for maintaining this momentum.

This week, Rodrigo Berlanga Rodriguez talks basketball and athletics with Travis Jackson. Men's Basketball Coach, about balancing Athletics with Academics and some previews of whats ahead for the next season.

Discover what makes Indian River State College's McAlpin Performing Arts Center a Treasure Coast cultural gem as we explore their ambitious 46th season lineup. Join Kathleen Walter as she interviews Theatre Manager Althea Wilson and Assistant Professor, Alex Kanter, who's creating a world premiere musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure" that blends jazz, blues, and rock. Learn how The River’s program balances crowd-pleasing Broadway comedies with adventurous works, serves both students and longtime subscribers, and continues a four-decade tradition of theatrical excellence in Fort Pierce. From behind-the-scenes production insights to the future of regional theater, this conversation reveals how arts education and community engagement create magic on stage. Plus, get the inside scoop on subscriptions, special planetarium collaborations, and how you can experience live theater whether you're a first-timer or seasoned patron.

The Florida SBDC at IRSC is a valuable business assistance program and the team of credentialed consultants is on the job and ready to assist small business in developing strategies to navigate the new normal. Kathleen Walter speaks with Tom Kindred, Regional Director, Florida SBDC at IRSC.

Host Kathleen Walter takes us on a cosmic interview that will be out of this world withJon Bell who among other things is the voice behind wqcs's beloved Skywatch program which celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year

Kathleen Walter chats with Dr. Calvin Williams stops about IRSC Advising and Career Services, as well as IRSC Department of Military and Veterans Services.

Fort Pierce, FL (April 23, 2025) - Indian River State College will receive $4 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to develop the Institute for Industrial Manufacturing and Production Training. Kathleen Walter Speaks with President Timothy Moore and Natalia Chekhovskaya, Executive Director of Advanced Manufacturing, PI and Director of the Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education, about the grant and programs that will be offered.

Kathleen Walter spotlights the scientific Endeavors happening right here in our community at the Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium hosted by the School of Science at the colleges William and Helen Thomas STEM Center.

Indian River State College announced the launch of its comprehensive brand evolution, including the introduction of its new moniker, "The River." Kathleen Walter speaks with Jenna Bluedorm about how this strategic rebranding initiative represents a transformative milestone that aligns the College's public image with the exceptional educational experience it delivers while honoring its deep-rooted connection to the waterways that have shaped the region's identity and future.