In the heart of Houston’s globally renowned Texas Medical Center, something transformative is unfolding — and it’s happening at Houston Community College’s Coleman College for Health Sciences. On July 23, a powerhouse collaboration took a promising step forward as Dr. Lutricia Harrison, President of HCC Coleman College, and HCCS Chancellor Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher, welcomed Mr. William McKeon, Chief Executive Officer of the Texas Medical Center, and his senior leadership team for an immersive tour of Coleman’s cutting-edge facilities.

This wasn’t just a courtesy visit — it was a strategic meeting of minds determined to redefine the future of healthcare education and workforce development in one of America’s most medically significant cities.

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With panoramic views of innovation and laboratories buzzing with possibility, HCC Coleman College pulled back the curtain on its advanced learning environment — one purpose-built for the next generation of healthcare professionals. From high-fidelity simulation labs to immersive digital learning environments, Coleman is preparing students not only to meet today’s healthcare demands but to shape the innovations of tomorrow.

Dr. Harrison and Dr. Ford Fisher shared HCC’s unwavering commitment to affordability, accessibility, and academic excellence with McKeon and the Texas Medical Center leadership — a commitment that resonates strongly with Houston’s broader mission to build a resilient, world-class healthcare workforce.

“The potential synergy between Coleman College and the Texas Medical Center is extraordinary,” Dr. Harrison noted after the meeting. “We’re not just training students — we’re empowering future heroes of medicine.”

As the healthcare sector evolves, the demand for skilled professionals continues to surge. HCC’s forward-thinking approach — including strategic partnerships with hospitals, research institutions, and industry leaders — ensures that students graduate ready to thrive in high-demand roles across nursing, diagnostic imaging, surgical technology, and beyond.

This pivotal gathering underscores the value of public-private collaboration in creating accessible educational pipelines to high-paying, purpose-driven careers. By working together, HCC Coleman College and the Texas Medical Center are poised to make Houston the epicenter of healthcare education excellence — ensuring that students not only dream big but achieve boldly.

HCC Coleman is not just a college — it’s a launchpad for life-changing careers.

For more on Coleman College’s programs and partnership opportunities, visit www.hccs.edu.