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The Sprout

The Sprout

Written by: Richland Community College
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Welcome to The Sprout.

This podcast highlights the many ways Richland Community College is bringing redemption and innovation through education. We explore how seeds of hope and progress—planted through years of intentional investment in our community—are now beginning to take root and sprout.

These conversations reflect growth in motion: restored lives, emerging ideas, and a community shaped by the long-term power of education.

We hope you enjoy the show.

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Episodes
  • Dr. Cris Valdez (Philosophy and Innovation of Education)

    Dr. Cris Valdez (Philosophy and Innovation of Education)
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode, we hear from Dr. Cris Valdez, President of Richland Community College, as he shares the philosophy guiding Richland’s approach to education and the innovations shaping its future. His perspective frames education not merely as instruction, but as a redemptive force—one that restores opportunity, cultivates potential, and strengthens the community over time.

    This conversation sets the tone for The Sprout, revealing how years of intentional investment have planted seeds of hope and progress that are now beginning to grow. Through leadership, vision, and commitment to people, we see how education can move ideas into action—and help a community flourish.
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    39 mins
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