Wildcat Radio

Changing Lives Through Adult Education

Ruby Lumpkin Smith joins host Chuck Abadie to share how PRCC’s Adult Education program is helping students earn high school equivalency diplomas, build workforce skills, and prepare for college or careers.  The episode also previews the upcoming Adult Education Graduation Ceremony on the Poplarville Campus. Adult Education at Pearl River Community College [https://prcc.edu/academics/adult-education/] Follow Pearl River Community College on social media. Facebook: @PRCCMKTG [https://www.facebook.com/prccmktg] Instagram: PRCCWILDCATS [https://www.instagram.com/prccwildcats] LinkedIn: Pearl River Community College [https://www.linkedin.com/school/pearl-river-community-college/] TikTok: @prcc_wildcats [https://www.tiktok.com/@prcc_wildcats] Twitter: @PRCC_Wildcats [https://twitter.com/PRCC_Wildcats]

A Night to Celebrate the Wildcat Family

In this episode the Wildcat Radio Show, host Chuck Abadie and Executive Director of the PRCC Development Foundation Delana Harris discuss the annual PRCC Alumni Awards Gala [https://prcc.edu/alumni/foundation-and-alumni-awards/]and the individuals being honored for their leadership, service, and dedication to their communities. They also share a few updates on graduation, athletics, and exciting growth happening across Pearl River Community College. PRCC Announces 2026 Alumni Awards Honorees [https://prcc.edu/prcc-announces-2026-alumni-awards-honorees/] Follow Pearl River Community College on social media. Facebook: @PRCCMKTG [https://www.facebook.com/prccmktg] Instagram: PRCCWILDCATS [https://www.instagram.com/prccwildcats] LinkedIn: Pearl River Community College [https://www.linkedin.com/school/pearl-river-community-college/] TikTok: @prcc_wildcats [https://www.tiktok.com/@prcc_wildcats] Twitter: @PRCC_Wildcats [https://twitter.com/PRCC_Wildcats]

Honors, Leadership, and Opportunity Through PTK

Chuck Abadie welcomes Dr. Ryan Ruckel and Kira Arthurs to discuss the impact of Phi Theta Kappa at PRCC.  The conversation highlights achievements at Catalyst 2026, the value of student involvement, and how PTK helps students build strong futures through scholarships and leadership development. Read more about this year's awards: PRCC PTK Chapters Shine on International Stage at 2026 Catalyst Conference  [https://prcc.edu/ptk-chapters-2026-catalyst-conference/] Follow Pearl River Community College on social media. Facebook: @PRCCMKTG [https://www.facebook.com/prccmktg] Instagram: PRCCWILDCATS [https://www.instagram.com/prccwildcats] LinkedIn: Pearl River Community College [https://www.linkedin.com/school/pearl-river-community-college/] TikTok: @prcc_wildcats [https://www.tiktok.com/@prcc_wildcats] Twitter: @PRCC_Wildcats [https://twitter.com/PRCC_Wildcats]

Career Training at PRCC: Deadlines and Opportunities

In this episode of the Wildcat Radio Show, Dr. James Collum and Cassie Jackson share updates on PRCC’s career and technical education programs. With the May 1 application deadline approaching, they discuss available openings and how students can get started in a program designed for workforce success. Find the complete list of Career Technical Programs at PRCC [https://prcc.edu/academics/career-technical-education/] and learn more about requirements. Follow Pearl River Community College on social media. Facebook: @PRCCMKTG [https://www.facebook.com/prccmktg] Instagram: PRCCWILDCATS [https://www.instagram.com/prccwildcats] LinkedIn: Pearl River Community College [https://www.linkedin.com/school/pearl-river-community-college/] TikTok: @prcc_wildcats [https://www.tiktok.com/@prcc_wildcats] Twitter: @PRCC_Wildcats [https://twitter.com/PRCC_Wildcats]

Nursing at PRCC: Growth, Opportunity, and Results

Chuck Abadie talks with Dean of Associate Degree Nursing Education Brandi Linares about the continued growth of Pearl River Community College’s nursing program.  With more than 330 students across the Poplarville and Forrest County campuses, the program is expanding access while maintaining strong outcomes.  Linares shares how a new facility, dedicated faculty, and student support systems are helping drive a 98.6% NCLEX pass rate and prepare graduates for immediate success in the workforce. Associate Degree of Nursing program information [https://prcc.edu/academics/health-sciences-nursing/associate-degree-nursing/] Follow Pearl River Community College on social media. Facebook: @PRCCMKTG [https://www.facebook.com/prccmktg] Instagram: PRCCWILDCATS [https://www.instagram.com/prccwildcats] LinkedIn: Pearl River Community College [https://www.linkedin.com/school/pearl-river-community-college/] TikTok: @prcc_wildcats [https://www.tiktok.com/@prcc_wildcats] Twitter: @PRCC_Wildcats [https://twitter.com/PRCC_Wildcats]