The Center for Professional Enrichment
While so many of us are working remotely, TCC's Center for Professional Enrichment is still here to help fulfill your needs.
How to Reach Us
E-mail: You may e-mail us directly as normal and we will continue to respond daily.
- Summer Dusek: washinsu@tcc.fl.edu
- Justin Adams: adamsju@tcc.fl.edu
- Department: cpe@tcc.fl.edu
Consultation Sessions: Schedule a consultation session to ask questions, receive guided help, or brainstorm solutions together. Set up your own appointment here.
Meet the Team
Even though we can't come directly to you right now, the CPE team is here for you! Please reach out to us if you need assistance with locating resources or if you would like to suggest, attend, or lead a future workshop. We aim to meet your needs and be a resource for all employees at TCC.
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Summer Dusek, Director of CPE Summer started with TCC in 2016. She directs CPE’s efforts and also teaches psychology and student success courses at the College as an adjunct professor. Summer has over ten years of higher education experience in both administrative and faculty capacities, including serving as Chair of Behavioral and Social Sciences at another institution. In addition, she has over eight years of practice and administration experience, primarily in a Mental Health, Addictive Diseases, and Developmental Disabilities hospital. Aside from her professional experience, she enjoys time with her fur babies, family, and anything outdoors. Building and fostering healthy relationships amongst others is a primary focus for Summer, as she believes in the value of collaboration for personal and institutional growth. Summer is completing a doctoral degree in public administration at Valdosta State University, and holds a master’s degree in clinical and counseling psychology and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from VSU. |
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Justin Adams, Communications Specialist Justin joined the Center for Professional Enrichment team in 2018 after working at TCC for four years as a writer and traditional media relations specialist in the Office of Communications and Marketing, and for three years as an adjunct professor in the Division of Communications and Humanities. He also served as an assistant coach of the nationally-recognized TCC Forensics Team for five years. Justin creates and edits a variety of deliverables promoting CPE’s mission, and manages internal communications, social media and web content. Originally from Illinois, Justin holds a master's degree in integrated marketing and management communication from Florida State University, and a bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication from Arizona State University. |
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Auxiliary Remote Staff
We have temporarily added members to our team in CPE, so do not be alarmed if you see them busy working in the background during future meetings. Each has a very important role in our offices, so it's only appropriate that we share this with you.
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Zoey, Head of Security As part Blue Heeler, part Beagle, Zoey announces visitors but also notifies if anyone is out of line and keeps the order. She's all bark, no bite! |
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Tybee, Wellness Manager Spending her day cruising counters, stealing snacks, and begging for food, Tybee is certain to speak up when it is time for a meal or a snack. Her main concern is the health and nutrition of the team. Gus, Staff Support Needing constant attention and hugs, Gus provides emotional support for the team during stressful days. He hasn't learned about personal space. |
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Sandstorm, Purrsonal Assistant Graciously taking a sa-cat-ical from his duties at the top of the animal kingdom, Sandstorm has deemed our team worthy of his talents. He's in charge of head boops and perching artfully on a variety of surfaces. |
Our Vision
To inspire, empower, and unite a community of learners.
Our Mission
Provide leadership, support, and guidance through a continuum of strategic enrichment opportunities for all faculty, staff and administrators as they discover, explore, implement and evaluate practices that lead to success and unity.
Our Core Values
LEARNING: We value learning that balances theory and practice, develops critical thinking, emphasizes active learning, and fosters responsibility and the desire for the lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
INNOVATION: We value creativity, a passion for exploration and a forward-looking approach to produce the highest-quality outcomes in all endeavors.
RESPECT: We believe respect is essential to building the relationships that are critical to success and optimizing the talents of our workforce.
DIVERSITY: We value cultural, individual, and role differences by creating a supportive, inclusive and affirming climate for all; we are guided by the principle that celebrating diversity enriches the lives of all people.
Our Goal: RESPECT
Recognize diverse achievements and contributions of employees.
Educate employees to improve their job performance and service to students.
Support employees in personal and professional development goals.
Promote positive employee morale through an equitable environment of learning, teamwork, communication, and inclusion.
Engage employees in meaningful dialogue, data-driven practices, and continual improvement.
Collaborate with campus constituents to anticipate and address the needs of the College.
Transform learning experiences through professional development opportunities that align with best practice.