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SMC to Host Free Talk by Inspirational Speaker Dee Hankins

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Drawing from Personal Experience, Hankins Emphasizes Transformative Power of Resilience to Overcome Adversity

Santa Monica College is set to host an engaging talk featuring renowned inspirational speaker Dee Hankins. 

The presentation, titled “Life. Curveball. Homeruns. Helping Students Focus on Their Resilience,” will include an audience Q&A session.

Scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, at 11:15 a.m., the free event will take place at the SMC Student Services Center, Orientation Hall (SSC 183), situated on the main SMC campus at 1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica.

Hankins, driven by a mission to convey the importance of resilience, aims to empower students to navigate life’s challenges with strength and optimism. Drawing from his personal experiences, including 18 years in foster care and supporting his daughter through a battle with brain cancer, Hankins emphasizes the transformative power of resilience in overcoming adversity.

For further details, individuals can contact the SMC Office of Public Programs at 310-434-4100.

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