Hudson County Community College

Latino or Hispanic. “Jersey City is the most diverse city in the United States,” Dr. Reber notes, “and that rich diversity is integral to providing the education our students deserve.” INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS AND INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS Hudson County Community College prides itself on diverse programs and partnerships designed to align with the demands of the modern workforce. The college is organized into five schools—Humanities and Social Sciences; STEM; Business, Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management; Nursing and Health Professions; and Continuing Education and Workforce Development – and offers cutting-edge programs across disciplines. Dr. Reber elaborates on the structure, saying, “Each school has skilled, dedicated and caring faculty and staff serving a large number of students in academic programs.” The emphasis on labor market demand and real-world pathways is paramount. Dr. Heather DeVries, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Assessment, notes, “We try to ensure labor market demand in developing new programs and embed certificates and industry- recognized credentials in our degree programs, providing students with various pathways to enter the workforce.” A standout feature is the Bloomberg Finance Lab, integrated into the business curriculum. Dr. Reber highlights, “Our business program thrives on partnerships. We’ve collaborated with JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and many regional businesses to ensure our programs are relevant to industry needs.” The Bloomberg Finance Lab offers students real-world financial data, enhancing their learning experience. 5 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 06 HUDSON COUNTY COMMUNI TY COLLEGE