Partners & Resources

LinkedIn Learning is an online platform featuring thousands of courses led by industry experts across areas like business, technology, creative skills, and more. With personalized recommendations tailored to your professional interests and career goals, it offers the flexibility to learn at your own pace, anytime and anywhere.

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Resource: LinkedIn Learning 

The State Office of Risk Management (SORM) is committed to protecting state resources and personnel from a variety of risks. It offers a range of services, including insurance programs, safety training, and risk assessments, to help ensure the safety and security of state assets and staff. SORM plays an important role in fostering a secure environment for government operations and services throughout the state.

Contact: Jamell Collins, Trainer, jamell.collins@sorm.texas.gov
Resource: SORM Training Offerings Catalog; SORM Training Website

The Data and Analytics team serves as a central resource for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting institutional data to support informed decision-making across the campus community. Working collaboratively with academic and administrative units, the team provides insights on student performance, enrollment trends, resource allocation, and program effectiveness. With an emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and innovation, Data and Analytics helps foster a data-informed culture and supports continuous improvement throughout the institution.

Contact: Michael LaRoux, Sr. Manager of Center of Excellence, michael.leroux@tstc.edu
Dawn Schulz, Manager of Training, dawn.schulz@tstc.edu
Resource: Data & Analytics Website

The Environmental, Health & Safety Department is dedicated to helping TSTC provide a safe and healthy environment for employees, students, and visitors. The team works to identify and address potential hazards while ensuring compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety standards and best practices.

Contact: Guillermo De Leon, Vice President of Risk Management & Safety, guillermo.deleon@tstc.edu
Resource: Environmental Health & Safety Website

The TSTC Finance Department is committed to fostering a collaborative environment that supports the sharing of financial data and analysis, helping the college achieve its budget goals. Focus on Finance is a monthly training, typically offered on the second Friday of each month.

Contact: Kayla Redding, Finance Project Manager, kayla.redding@tstc.edu
Resource: Financial Services Website

The Institutional Effectiveness department plays a key role in supporting continuous improvement and accountability across the college. By helping maintain accreditation standards, identifying opportunities to enhance student learning and support services, and promoting evidence-based practices, the department helps foster a culture of transparency and effectiveness, supporting sustained excellence in higher education.

Contact: Celina Garza, Assoc. Vice Chancellor, celina.garza@tstc.edu
Heather Karl Dean, Sr. Manager, heather.karldean@tstc.edu
Mary Castanon, Sr. Manager, mary.castanon@tstc.edu
Resource: Office of Institutional Effectiveness & Research Resource Website

The Instructional Design & Support (IDS) Team partners with faculty to help design and enhance their online classes. Through collaborative instructional design, group and individual training, technical support, and helpful resources, IDS supports faculty in creating engaging and effective learning experiences.

Contact: Terra Alvarado, Director, terra.alvarado@tstc.edu
Katie Deering, Director, katie.deering@tstc.edu
Resource: Instructional Design & Support Website

Franklin Covey provides a comprehensive platform designed to support personal and professional growth through a variety of courses, tools, and resources. Drawing on Franklin Covey’s well-known time management and leadership principles, it helps users build practical skills in prioritization, goal-setting, and effective communication. It’s a valuable resource for managers, leaders, and teams looking to enhance productivity and achieve meaningful results.

Contact: Holle England, Sr. HR Learning & Organizational Development Consultant, holle.england@tstc.edu
Resource: Franklin Covey Website

Founded in 1997 by leadership expert Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group is a management consulting firm focused on strengthening organizational health, team effectiveness, and leadership clarity. Their website offers a variety of resources, including books and podcasts, that provide practical, evidence-based strategies for fostering teamwork, accountability, and a clear sense of purpose. 

Resource: The Table Group Website