WCC News: May 2026

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca

From the President: Training students for 'new collar' careers

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - April 21, 2026

For generations, the workforce has been divided into two categories: “white-collar” and “blue-collar.” But today’s economy is rewriting that script.

View Post :   From the President: Training students for 'new collar' careers

tags: May 2026, On The Record, President's Column

Senior Focus class

Keeping our senior citizens safe and active

Rich Rezler - April 19, 2026

Through its “Senior Focus” program, WCC helps residents 65 and older better understand technology and protect themselves from cyber threats, while also offering classes that support active, engaged lifestyles.

View Post :   Keeping our senior citizens safe and active

tags: Personal Enrichment, May 2026, On The Record, Senior Focus, Lifelong Learning

Tiffany Ford

Keep Up The Good Work: Tiffany Ford, University of Michigan Credit Union

Tiffany Ford - April 17, 2026

In 'Keep Up The Good Work,' local leaders discuss their relationship with Washtenaw Community College.

View Post :   Keep Up The Good Work: Tiffany Ford, University of Michigan Credit Union

tags: Keep Up The Good Work, On The Record, May 2026

Aisha Bowe

Welcoming back a WCC legend

Rich Rezler - April 10, 2026

At a campus reception for the WCC alumna, Aisha Bowe presented President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca with a WCC T-shirt and other items she carried with her into space.

View Post :   Welcoming back a WCC legend

tags: May 2026, On The Record, Aisha Bowe

Mikala Sposito

Forged through sacrifice: Inside Mikala Sposito's journey to WorldSkills

Rich Rezler - April 10, 2026

WCC welding student Mikala Sposito will be the first woman to represent the United States at WorldSkills in China this September. This is how she got there.

View Post :   Forged through sacrifice: Inside Mikala Sposito's journey to WorldSkills

tags: Welding and Fabrication, SkillsUSA, Student Succes, WorldSkills, Awards, May 2026, Welding, On The Record

Early education teacher in classroom

WCC steps up to address Michigan's early education teacher shortage

Fran LeFort - March 04, 2026

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is playing a leading role in a new statewide initiative designed to address Michigan’s early childhood educator shortage, providing accessible pathways that help current and aspiring educators earn credentials and degrees while continuing to work.

View Post :   WCC steps up to address Michigan's early education teacher shortage

tags: Workforce, Apprenticeships, Teacher Preparation, Early Childhood Education, May 2026, On The Record

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