Beyond the Boardroom: Conversations with SHRM Student Chapter of HCU

In this episode, the SHRM Student Chapter of HCU explores what it truly means to pass the baton to a new leader. Leadership transitions are about more than stepping into a new title. They are about trust, responsibility, preparation, growth, and leaving a strong foundation for the person who comes next.
Passing the baton means recognizing the value of the work that has already been accomplished while allowing the next leader to bring their own vision, ideas, and strengths to the organization. It is a reminder that leadership is not about holding onto a position, but about preparing others to lead and continuing to move the mission forward.
Join the SHRM Student Chapter of HCU as we reflect on leadership, legacy, and the importance of supporting the next generation of leaders.

In this episode, we sit down with Dora de los Santos to explore what inclusive leadership truly looks like in today’s workplace. From creating spaces where every voice is heard to leading with intention and empathy, Dora shares practical insights and real-world experiences that challenge leaders to go beyond diversity and build cultures of belonging. Whether you are an emerging leader or an experienced professional, this conversation will leave you rethinking how you lead and who you are leading for.

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40% are triggered by daily stressors
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Listen as we uncover the benefits offered at HCU that will make you stand out in the room.  Learn about FREE certifications, professional development programs, and more. Joining us from the Dunham College of Business is Yvette Garcia, an alumnus from HCU, Graduate Advisor, and Placement Coordinator, who explains how to leverage the endless opportunities offered at DCOB. Tips and tricks featured to make you the best version of yourself. Don't wait, start today!

Houston Christian University had the distinct honor of welcoming representatives from Oxford University to campus as part of the Wycliffe Hall Renaissance Project. In collaboration with this initiative, the SHRM Student Chapter of HCU enthusiastically hosted and recorded a podcast focused on the emerging vision for a Christian Renaissance. Our student officers participated actively in the conversation, serving as moderators and contributing thoughtful, well-prepared questions. The event provided an enriching opportunity for academic engagement, leadership development, and meaningful dialogue with our distinguished guests Dr. Brant and Dr. Lloyd from Oxford University's Wycliffe Hall.

What happens when a group of students decides to dream big, lead with faith, and make history? In this kickoff episode of Beyond the Boardroom: SHRM Conversations, host Andy Soliman sits down with Vice President Eunice Martinez and Advisor Dr. April Kinchen to share how Houston Christian University’s SHRM Student Chapter started from scratch and earned the Superior Merit Award in their very first year. It’s a story of vision, consistency, and purpose, with plenty of laughs along the way. You’ll also hear the team tackle rapid-fire questions in “Hot Takes from the Boardroom,” and drop some powerful insights on leadership, growth, and becoming the best version of yourself. If you’re ready to be inspired, entertained, and motivated to go beyond the boardroom, this is where it all begins.