Bear Tracks - The Official Podcast of Butler Community College
Welcome to Bear Tracks, the official Butler Community College podcast. We are excited to use this platform as a journey to share stories from alumni, supporters, current students, faculty, staff, and community members about why Butler Community College is such a special place to learn and grow.
Butler is also turning 100 years old soon! The college is looking toward celebrating this milestone in 2026-2027. This is even MORE reason we want to hear from our alumni and friends about what makes Butler the incredible place it is. If you want to reach out to us, you can email the show at [email protected].
Share your OWN story with us by writing in – and hey! Maybe we’ll share it on the show.
We're looking forward to bringing you stories and news from near and far about the home of the Grizzlies.
- Update frequency
- every 25 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 14
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Introducing Dr. Daniel - President of Butler Community College
In the season two premiere of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs welcomes the new president of Butler Community College, Dr. Tamara Daniel. Dr. Daniel shares her extensive background in higher education,…
Season 2 Trailer - Bear Tracks: The Official Podcast of Butler Community College
Bear Tracks is back!
In Season 2, we’re once again taking you around the world and across campus to share the voices and stories that make Butler Community College such a remarkable place. From inspi…
Butler History in the Archives
In the final episode of season one of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs is joined by Ronald Rozzell, the archivist at Butler Community College and her co-chair on the Centennial committee. They discuss …
I Believe in Butler
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs sits down with Matt Jacobs, a Butler alumnus and award-winning broadcaster. Matt shares his long-standing connection with Butler, from childhood memo…
Set Up For Success
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs welcomes former Butler Community College student and graduate Hannah Bargas. Hannah shares her journey starting as a high school senior torn between …
Introducing Dr. Robinson
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs interviews Dr. Barry Robinson, the new Vice President of Academics at Butler Community College, who joined the institution in August 2024. Dr. Robins…
Supporting Student Success
Host Hayley Hobbs is joined by Averie Nelson, the Director of Development and Scholarships at the Butler Foundation, to discuss the exciting developments and initiatives happening at the college. The…
Chasing That Feeling
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley interviews Addison Haiden, a 2021 graduate of Butler Community College, to discuss her unique journey as a student. Addison shares her initial decision-mak…
Be The Advocate Of Your Education
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley welcomes Ron Ragan, a 1980 Butler alumnus and current professor at the KU School of Pharmacy. Ron shares his nostalgic memories as a student at Butler, dis…
Growing Through Butler
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs sits down with Dr. Heather Rinkenbaugh, Dean of Online High School and Community Learning at Butler Community College. Heather shares her remarkable …
From Dropout to Diplomat - Ryan Howey
In this episode of Bear Tracks, host Hayley Hobbs welcomes Ryan Howey, a former Butler student now serving as the Deputy Director of Laboratory Services for the Medical Bureau of the U.S. State Depar…
Home Brew with Walnut River
In this episode of Bear Tracks, Hayley sits down with head brewer Rick Goehring from Walnut River Brewing Company and discuss the strong community ties between the brewery, the city of El Dorado, an…
I Will Always Love Butler - Kate Garnes '08
In the inaugural episode of 'Bear Tracks,' Butler Community College's official podcast, host Hayley Hobbs introduces Kate Garnes, a former Butler student and current motivational speaker. Kate shares…
🎙️ Bear Tracks Season Trailer
Welcome to Bear Tracks, where we embark on a captivating journey through the stories of alumni, supporters, current students, faculty, staff, and community members who make Butler Community College a…