East Central College
Todd Tracy
Hometown – Washington, MO
Executive Director, Center for Workforce Development
Executive Director, Center for Workforce Development
What do you enjoy about working at ECC?
ECC feels less like a workplace and more like a team.
If you could visit a person from the past, who would it be?
Buffalo Bill Cody, the showman, scout, and legend of the frontier. I’d ask him: "Was the Wild West really that wild, or were you just the first great PR guy?"
Favorite way to relax after work:
Hopping on my Harley and riding like I’m escaping.
What advice would you give to someone just starting out at ECC?
Jump in, get involved, and don’t be afraid to wear a few hats. The more you lean in, the more you’ll get out of being part of this ECC community.
Jessica Robart
Hometown – St. Clair, MO
Counselor/Access Coordinator
Counselor/Access Coordinator
What do you enjoy about working at ECC?
Helping students set goals and achieve their dreams.
First thing you’d do if you won the lottery?
Buy land and adopt 100 dogs.
A hobby or interest that might surprise people?
Curling and Abraham Lincoln.
What advice would you give to someone just starting out at ECC?
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Participate in class and go to the free tutors.
Did you attend or graduate from ECC? A community college? Four-year institution?
I attended ECC while in high school and later earned an associate degree from a community college. I also have two degrees from four-year universities.
Ethan Tracy
Hometown – Washington, MO
Paramedic Technology
Paramedic Technology
What is your dream job?
I’d love to be a flight medic.
What has been the most surprising thing about college life for you?
It’s a lot more relaxed than I expected.
How do you see yourself making an impact in your community?
I just like being out in my community and being able to help people with problems, big or small.
List three words that describe you.
Resilient, motivated, and optimistic
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