WCC News: On The Record

A photo of Dr. Rose B. Bellanca.

From the President: Filling skills gap key to economic prosperity

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - May 30, 2024

We’re fortunate to live and work in Washtenaw County, where job growth and other economic indicators are expected to continue to outpace the state average over the next three years. That message was clear when University of Michigan economists recently presented their Washtenaw County Economic Outlook report at an event I hosted at Washtenaw Community College.

View Post :   From the President: Filling skills gap key to economic prosperity

tags: Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, President's Column, Economic Outlook, On The Record, Washtenaw County, May 2024, Student Success

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Boot camps launching healthcare careers

Kayla Gahagan - April 03, 2024

WCC's 10-week Pharmacy Tech Boot Camp put Aiden Kinczkowski on a new career path.

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tags: On The Record, March 2024, Pharmacy Tech, Workforce Development, Boot Camp

Ashley Hudok

As adults go back to college at increasing rates, Ashley Hudok seeks second career

Rich Rezler - March 21, 2024

Amidst a national trend, WCC students like Ashley Hudok exemplify the diverse motivations driving adults to return to college.

View Post :   As adults go back to college at increasing rates, Ashley Hudok seeks second career

tags: March 2024, Adult Learners, On The Record

Kiwanis Club donation

Kiwanis Club continues to fund student success

WCC Public Relations - March 21, 2024

The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor is continuing to help Washtenaw Community College students reach their finish line, and doing so with record contributions.

View Post :   Kiwanis Club continues to fund student success

tags: Scholarships, December 2023, WCC Foundation, Foundation, On The Record, Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor

Free College Week logo

Public invited to Free College Week April 8-13; over 120 class sessions offered

Freeman Gregory - March 13, 2024

Washtenaw Community College will open its virtual classroom doors to the public during Free College Week on Monday, April 8, through Friday, April 12. The week will culminate in on-campus, in-person events Saturday, April 13.

View Post :   Public invited to Free College Week April 8-13; over 120 class sessions offered

tags: March 2024, Community College Month, On The Record, Free College Week

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2024 Start-Up Incubator Program: Applications open soon for June cohort

WCC Public Relations - February 21, 2024

The 2024 business Start-Up Incubator Program offered through The Entrepreneurship Center at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has been announced. The application window for the June cohort will open March 1.

View Post :   2024 Start-Up Incubator Program: Applications open soon for June cohort

tags: On The Record, Entrepreneurship Center, March 2024, Start-Up Incubator, Business, Entrepreneur

Home for summer?

Coming home for the summer? Let's hang out!

WCC Public Relations - February 15, 2024

Every summer, Washtenaw Community College welcomes thousands of guest students to its campus and online learning environment.

View Post :   Coming home for the summer? Let's hang out!

tags: Guest Student, Spring/Summer Classes, On The Record, March 2024

Students planting in the Bee garden.

WCC launches Center for Sustainability and Resilience

WCC Public Relations - February 08, 2024

In a significant step toward achieving sustainability goals and carbon emission targets on campus and building broader environmental consciousness, Washtenaw Community College has launched a new Center for Sustainability and Resilience.

View Post :   WCC launches Center for Sustainability and Resilience

tags: 2024, On The Record, March 2024, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Resilience

Equity in Action winners

Equity in Action Awards honor WCC faculty and staff, Sheriff Clayton

Rich Rezler - January 12, 2024

The Equity in Action Awards are presented annually during WCC's MLK Day Celebration, with one of the criteria for nomination being someone “who exemplifies the values and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., specifically in the areas of advocacy, leadership and service."

View Post :   Equity in Action Awards honor WCC faculty and staff, Sheriff Clayton

tags: Awards, On The Record, Equity in Action, March 2024, MLK Day, Diversity

Agnes & Stephen Reading with Reading Scholars

Agnes and Stephen Reading gift additional $1 million, now funding 20 full-ride nursing scholarships

Fran LeFort - January 09, 2024

Agnes and Stephen Reading have endowed an additional $1 million to double the size of the Reading Nursing Scholarship program for Washtenaw Community College students.

View Post :   Agnes and Stephen Reading gift additional $1 million, now funding 20 full-ride nursing scholarships

tags: Nursing, Scholarships, March 2024, Reading Scholars, On The Record, Donation, WCC Foundation

Emily Riley

Photography graduate focused on building her business

WCC Public Relations - December 17, 2023

Emily Riley caught the photography bug in high school, which she says made her college decision an easy one.

View Post :   Photography graduate focused on building her business

tags: Digital Media Arts, December 2023, Digital Photography, On The Record, Alumni Profile

Photo of Mike Rudisill

Alumni Profile: Veteran helping advance the safety of intelligent vehicles

WCC Public Relations - December 12, 2023

Mike Rudisill played the long game when it came to his education at Washtenaw Community College. He showed up, stayed late, listened, studied and connected with his instructors. Today, he leads a team at an innovative tech company which focuses on future vehicle technology – from smart infrastructure, to autonomous vehicles, to driver experiences.

View Post :   Alumni Profile: Veteran helping advance the safety of intelligent vehicles

tags: On The Record, Veteran, March 2024, Alumni Profile, 2023, Launch winter 2024, Mechatronics

Bridge Award winner

Skyline counselor David Almassy wins 2023 WCC Bridge Award

Jenelle Franklin - December 08, 2023

First-year WCC student Aaralyn Huhn nominated Skyline High School counselor David Almassy for a WCC Bridge Award, which is awarded annually to a high school staff or faculty member who “built a bridge” to WCC.

View Post :   Skyline counselor David Almassy wins 2023 WCC Bridge Award

tags: Awards, March 2024, high school counselors, On The Record, WCC Bridge Award, High School Partners Breakfast

Photo of James-Cameron Chenault

Army veteran earns WCC scholarship, saves GI Bill for transfer school

WCC Public Relations - December 06, 2023

Chenault is enrolled at Washtenaw Community College thanks to a Divisional Scholarship through the Health Sciences Division and will begin the Registered Nursing program with the Winter 2024 cohort.

View Post :   Army veteran earns WCC scholarship, saves GI Bill for transfer school

tags: Wadhams Veterans Center, December 2023, On The Record, 2023, Nursing, Launch winter 2024, Veteran, Divisional Scholarship, Launch

First Gen Students

WCC supporting first-generation students

WCC Public Relations - November 23, 2023

Nationally, only 26% of first-gen students earn a degree compared to 82% of students with two parents who earned a bachelor’s degree or higher.

View Post :   WCC supporting first-generation students

tags: December 2023, First generation, Student Services, On The Record

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U.S. Department of Labor approves new Registered Apprenticeship Program for WCC

Fran LeFort - November 17, 2023

WCC received approval for its first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program, serving as an intermediary in partnership with Toyota & Subaru of Ann Arbor.

View Post :   U.S. Department of Labor approves new Registered Apprenticeship Program for WCC

tags: Workforce Training, Apprenticeship Programs, December 2023, Apprenticeships, Workforce Development, On The Record, US Department of Labor

WCC, Washtenaw County join forces to empower non-profit agencies

WCC Public Relations - November 16, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) and Washtenaw County have partnered to offer a tailored training program that enhances the capacity and impact of local non-profit agencies.

View Post :   WCC, Washtenaw County join forces to empower non-profit agencies

tags: December 2023, On The Record, Non-profit training, Community Partnership

Brandon Tucker, Benjamin Whisman, Kolbe Watson, Linda Blakey

WCC recognized as Veteran-Friendly School for sixth consecutive year

Fran LeFort - November 10, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has been named a Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School for the sixth consecutive year by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.

View Post :   WCC recognized as Veteran-Friendly School for sixth consecutive year

tags: Wadhams Veterans Center, Student Veterans, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, Veteran-Friendly School, December 2023, On The Record

Fall 2023 Corrections Academy graduation

Celebrating the Fall 2023 WCC Corrections Academy graduates

Rich Rezler - October 28, 2023

Family, friends and colleagues gathered in Towsley Auditorium on the WCC campus to celebrate the graduation of the 14-member WCC Corrections Academy Fall Class of 2023.

View Post :   Celebrating the Fall 2023 WCC Corrections Academy graduates

tags: Graduation, On The Record, December 2023, Correctons Academy, Class of 2023, Public Service Training

Bellanca at MEDC press conference

WCC joins MEDC, universities in announcing major expansion of semiconductor education and training programs in Metro Detroit

WCC Public Relations - October 23, 2023

Washtenaw Community College joined the Michigan Economic Development Corp. and other higher education institutions to announce the largest investment in state history to expand semiconductor education and training programs.

View Post :   WCC joins MEDC, universities in announcing major expansion of semiconductor education and training programs in Metro Detroit

tags: Semiconductor, Mobility, Economic Development, December 2023, On The Record

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WCC Digital Video student premiering film on October 12

Rich Rezler - October 05, 2023

A premier of Ethan Williams’ fictional comedy “I Hear That You Make Baby Videos” will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12 in Towsley Auditorium.

View Post :   WCC Digital Video student premiering film on October 12

tags: On The Record, December 2023, Student Succes, Student Profile, Digital Video Production, Digital Media Arts

Manufacturing Day

High school students, adult learners invited to visit campus for Manufacturing Day

Kayla Gahagan - October 03, 2023

Washtenaw Community College will host Manufacturing Day 2023 this week to introduce prospective students to educational and career possibilities in advanced manufacturing – a high-wage, high-demand industry.

View Post :   High school students, adult learners invited to visit campus for Manufacturing Day

tags: Manufacturing Day, On The Record, Advanced Manufacturing, December 2023

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Flexibility of classes at WCC is a game-changer for adult learners

Fran LeFort - August 28, 2023

Flexibility is a game changer. That’s exactly what WCC offers learners of all ages and something Carolyn Bradshaw has embraced and relied on to earn a college degree and advance in her career.

View Post :   Flexibility of classes at WCC is a game-changer for adult learners

tags: Career, Adult Learners, Student Success, On The Record, 2023, Fall 2023, December 2023, Human Resources, Business Management

Fame signing event

FAME Signing Day pairs WCC students with new employers

Fran LeFort - August 23, 2023

Washtenaw Community College, manufacturers and regional workforce development organizations have joined hands to meet industry talent needs through the national Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) work-and-learn apprenticeship program.

View Post :   FAME Signing Day pairs WCC students with new employers

tags: Advanced Manufacturing, Apprenticeships, On The Record, MI FAME, December 2023

Center of Excellence

WCC named a Nursing Center of Excellence by National League for Nursing

Fran LeFort - July 31, 2023

Washtenaw Community College has been named a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing, the only community college and one of just nine nursing programs nationwide to earn the honor this year.

View Post :   WCC named a Nursing Center of Excellence by National League for Nursing

tags: Awards, Center of Excellence, On The Record, December 2023, Nursing, Health Sciences

Green screen room

New degree allows multi-disciplinary study across Digital Media Arts programs

Rich Rezler - June 19, 2023

A new associate degree program at Washtenaw Community College will allow students to receive training in multiple disciplines across its Digital Media Arts department.

View Post :   New degree allows multi-disciplinary study across Digital Media Arts programs

tags: Digital Media Arts, Audio Engineering, Digital Video Production, 3D Animation, Web Design, On The Record, Digital Photography, June 2023, Graphic Design

Skilled trades at WCC

WCC welcomes record 5,000+ union trainers to Ann Arbor

Fran LeFort - June 16, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host a record number of more than 5,000 members from five national trades organizations this summer for training to advance their skills. WCC’s partnerships with skilled trades groups have been growing for decades and upcoming visits will result in a projected $20 million economic impact to Washtenaw County and the City of Ann Arbor, according to Destination Ann Arbor.

View Post :   WCC welcomes record 5,000+ union trainers to Ann Arbor

tags: Cement Masons, Plumbers and Pipefitters, On The Record, Electrical Workers, June 2023, Roofers Union, United Association, Ironworkers, Workforce Training, Skilled Trades

Karl Owen

Graduate Profile: Karl Owen, Pre-Engineering Science

Rich Rezler - June 01, 2023

A native of San Jose, Karl Owen came to WCC to capitalize on its transfer relationship with the University of Michigan. And he has no plans to leave the state any time soon.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Karl Owen, Pre-Engineering Science

tags: June 2023, Graduation, STEM Scholars Program, Student Profile, Pre-Engineering, Class of 2023, On The Record

Saydatou Cisse

Graduate Profile: Saydatou Cisse, Sports and Entertainment Management

Rich Rezler - May 30, 2023

Sports have always played a major role in Saydatou Cisse's life. While she attended WCC, she realized sports could extend beyond recreation and entertainment to become a career.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Saydatou Cisse, Sports and Entertainment Management

tags: Student Profile, June 2023, On The Record, Class of 2023, General Studies, Graduation, Sports and Entertainment Management, Sports

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Graduate Profile: Adrian Barden, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Rich Rezler - May 25, 2023

Graduation doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve reached the end of your higher education pursuits. For Adrian Barden, joining the Washtenaw Community College Class of 2023 is just one stop along a much longer journey.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Adrian Barden, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

tags: Graduation, Class of 2023, Business Administration, On The Record, Student Profile, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, June 2023

Lauren Blackford

Graduate Profile: Lauren Blackford, Arts Management

Rich Rezler - May 23, 2023

Lauren Blackford played her first gig in September 2020, the same week she started classes at WCC. One week after completing her final WCC class in early May 2023, she was in a studio recording on her first EP.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Lauren Blackford, Arts Management

tags: liberal arts, Graduation, On The Record, Student Profile, June 2023, Arts Management

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Graduate Profile: Susan Hamady, Photography

Rich Rezler - May 23, 2023

Susan Hamady earned a bachelor’s degree in 1968 and a master’s degree in 1980. But the 76-year-old Ann Arbor resident had never walked in a graduation ceremony … until Sunday.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Susan Hamady, Photography

tags: Photography, Emeritus Program, Graduation, Digital Photography, Student Profile, On The Record, Class of 2023, June 2023

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Washtenaw HBCU Day expected to draw 400 high school, WCC students

Fran LeFort - May 22, 2023

Local high school students are invited to attend to learn more about WCC’s HBCU Pathway, a robust program with transfer agreements to five Historically Black Colleges & Universities.

View Post :   Washtenaw HBCU Day expected to draw 400 high school, WCC students

tags: On The Record, HBCU Day, Diversity, HBCU Pathway, June 2023

Brian Scott and Michelle Julet

Six entrepreneurs take home prize money from Pitch@WCC

Rich Rezler - May 17, 2023

Judges picked Brian Scott, owner of Broadcast Boot Camp, as the winner of the night's largest prize. He earned $7,500 for having the top pitch in the "Build" category.

View Post :   Six entrepreneurs take home prize money from Pitch@WCC

tags: June 2023, On The Record, Entrepreneurship Center, Entrepreneurship, Pitch@WCC

Exemplary Course Program Award Winner logo

Three more WCC online classes deemed 'exemplary'

Rich Rezler - May 17, 2023

Online versions of three WCC classes are among the 27 courses at colleges and universities around the world named 2023 Exemplary Course Program Award winners by Anthology.

View Post :   Three more WCC online classes deemed 'exemplary'

tags: Blackboard, Business and Computer Technologies, Awards, Online Learning, June 2023, On The Record

Portrait class

Photography department adds two certificate programs for 2023-24

Rich Rezler - May 15, 2023

The new Traditional Photography and Portrait Photography certificates serve as building blocks through the Photography program that allow students to compile stackable credentials in specific techniques.

View Post :   Photography department adds two certificate programs for 2023-24

tags: On The Record, June 2023, Photography, Digital Photography

Touring Zoller headquarters

ZOLLER donates nearly $250,000 in equipment to train future workforce at WCC

Fran LeFort - April 05, 2023

ZOLLER Inc. has donated nearly $250,000 in equipment to WCC to train students on state-of-the-art machinery that measures precision cutting tools along with an advanced tool management system.

View Post :   ZOLLER donates nearly $250,000 in equipment to train future workforce at WCC

tags: March 2023, On The Record, Donation, Workforce Development, Advanced Manufacturing, Workforce Training

Ken Wilson and Julia Huttar-Bailey

Donation will support WCC single mom students

Rich Rezler - March 29, 2023

A recent $20,000 donation by Ken Wilson to the WCC Foundation created the Nancy C. Wilson Single Mom’s Relief Fund, an endowment that will provide at least one annual scholarship to a qualified WCC student in perpetuity, along with directing additional money into the college's Student Emergency Fund.

View Post :   Donation will support WCC single mom students

tags: On The Record, March 2023, Scholarships, Donation, WCC Foundation, Student Success, Student Emergency Fund

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Certificates align higher education with workforce needs

Rich Rezler - March 29, 2023

“Creating shorter certificates is crucial for working professionals returning to college, because it gives students quick and flexible options to re-skill themselves,” said Trinity Health Director of Digital Marketing and Websites Jason Karas, who transitioned into the industry thanks to a WCC credential.

View Post :   Certificates align higher education with workforce needs

tags: Web Design, Adult Education, Certificates, Alumni Profile, March 2023, On The Record

Esports Arena

New Esports Arena open for teams, student free play

Rich Rezler - March 29, 2023

A new, state-of-the-art Esports Arena has opened on the WCC campus to provide enrolled students opportunity for recreation, competition and exposure to the academic and career opportunities associated with the growing Esports industry.

View Post :   New Esports Arena open for teams, student free play

tags: On The Record, March 2023, Esports, Student Activities, Student Development

Exercise is Medicine Gold Campus logo

WCC reaches gold-status in initiative to promote physical activity on campus

Rebecca Thomas - March 20, 2023

WCC is one of 73 colleges and universities nationwide – and one of just three community colleges – to be honored with gold-level status by Exercise is Medicine for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on campus.

View Post :   WCC reaches gold-status in initiative to promote physical activity on campus

tags: Marvin Boluyt, March 2023, Exercise, On The Record, American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Emily Irish in front of block 'M'

Hail to our Visitors: More than half of WCC summer guest students come from U-M

Rich Rezler - March 19, 2023

Washtenaw Community College welcomes thousands of guest students to its campus and online learning classes every year, with the Summer semester being the most popular time for such visitors.

View Post :   Hail to our Visitors: More than half of WCC summer guest students come from U-M

tags: On The Record, Guest Student, March 2023, Transfer

WCC campus

Free College Week April 3-7 at Washtenaw Community College offers more than 140 class sessions

Fran LeFort - March 17, 2023

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will open its virtual classroom doors to the public during Free College Week on Monday, April 3, through Friday, April 7.

View Post :   Free College Week April 3-7 at Washtenaw Community College offers more than 140 class sessions

tags: Free College Week, March 2023, On The Record, Community College Month

Washtenaw Economic Club luncheon

Economists to Washtenaw Economic Club: County outlook is generally positive

Rich Rezler - March 16, 2023

The Washtenaw Economic Club kicked off its 25th season of programming with its annual Washtenaw County Economic Outlook luncheon.

View Post :   Economists to Washtenaw Economic Club: County outlook is generally positive

tags: Washtenaw Economic Club, On The Record, Economic Outlook, March 2023

oer program saves big

Students save $10 million in textbook costs with OER program

Kayla Gahagan - March 02, 2023

Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) program to help students earn degrees, certificates and general education credits with little or no textbook costs has recently surpassed the $10 million savings mark.

View Post :   Students save $10 million in textbook costs with OER program

tags: On The Record, Z-Degree, March 2023, OER, Open Education Resources, Affordability

WCC Automotive Cybersecurity Lab

$15 million renewal for connected and automated transportation Midwest hub

WCC Public Relations & U-M - February 21, 2023

A new $15 million, five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation renews and expands the Center for Connected and Automated Transportation, a consortium of nine colleges and universities, including Washtenaw Community College.

View Post :   $15 million renewal for connected and automated transportation Midwest hub

tags: CCAT, March 2023, Mobility, On The Record, Automotive Cybersecurity

NSF Stem Scholars grant

$1.38 million NSF grant supports STEM students at Washtenaw Community College

Fran LeFort - January 31, 2023

A $1.38 million National Science Foundation grant renewal for Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will support STEM students and meet the national and state workforce need for well-educated scientists, mathematicians, engineers and technicians.

View Post :   $1.38 million NSF grant supports STEM students at Washtenaw Community College

tags: STEM, STEM Scholars Program, March 2023, STEAM Week, STEAM, On The Record

Gina. Thompson

Health Care Programs: Preparing students to help others

Kayla Gahagan - December 29, 2022

WCC offers an array of certificates and associate degrees allowing students to go directly into the workforce or transfer to a four-year school to continue their education.

View Post :   Health Care Programs: Preparing students to help others

tags: December 2022, Health Administration, Nursing, On The Record, Health Care, Physical Therapist Assistant, Cardiac Telemetry, Radiography, Launch, Launch Winter 2023, Sterile Processing, Surgical Technology

Winter Clark Road sign

Winter classes at WCC begin January 9

WCC Public Relations - December 23, 2022

Winter classes at Washtenaw Community College will begin January 9, with flexible scheduling options and more than 135 programs to prepare students for rewarding careers that meet local workforce needs or transfer to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree.

View Post :   Winter classes at WCC begin January 9

tags: Scholarships, On The Record, December 2022, enroll, Winter 2023, Registration

STEM Scholar Kate Mink

WCC celebrates STEM Scholar transfers headed to the University of Michigan

WCC Public Relations - December 09, 2022

WCC celebrates STEM Scholars transfers twice a year, once in December and once in April. The six students honored during a reception Friday include Larry Blanchard, Sonja Francisco, Kate Mink, Safia Nur, Fatima Oudelf and David Perry.

View Post :   WCC celebrates STEM Scholar transfers headed to the University of Michigan

tags: December 2022, On The Record, Transfer, STEM Scholars Program, Student Success

2023 WCC Bridge Award

WCC Bridge Award goes to Napoleon High School counselor Edwin Payne

Jenelle Franklin - December 09, 2022

Napoleon High School counselor Edwin Payne is the winner of the fourth annual WCC Bridge Award, which honors staff members from local high schools who positively influence students and help then get to college.

View Post :   WCC Bridge Award goes to Napoleon High School counselor Edwin Payne

tags: high school counselors, High School Partners Breakfast, December 2022, WCC Bridge Award, On The Record, Awards

forklift image for training

Washtenaw Community College, Andersen Material Handling partner to provide forklift operator training

WCC Public Relations - December 06, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is partnering with Andersen Material Handling to offer OSHA-compliant forklift operator training.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College, Andersen Material Handling partner to provide forklift operator training

tags: December 2022, Workforce Training, On The Record, Workforce Development

Contract Signing

WCC, Sprinklers Fitters extend partnership to educate, train workforce

Fran LeFort - December 01, 2022

Washtenaw Community College and the Road Sprinkler Fitters of the United Association, Local 669, have extended their partnership to educate and train craftsmen to meet workforce needs.

View Post :   WCC, Sprinklers Fitters extend partnership to educate, train workforce

tags: Workforce Training, Skilled Trades, On The Record, United Association, Workforce Development, December 2022

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WCC joins Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development throughout state

Fran LeFort - November 30, 2022

Washtenaw Community College has joined the Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development training for small businesses across the state.

View Post :   WCC joins Small Business Association of Michigan to strengthen workforce development throughout state

tags: Workforce Development, December 2022, Entrepreneurship Center, On The Record

Rebekah Spencer

Lifelong mission to serve leads 20-year Army veteran to WCC

Kayla Gahagan - November 10, 2022

Rebekah Spencer experienced the worst of combat, including seeing fellow soldiers killed in action and spending two weeks in a coma herself. At WCC, she's working toward alleviating the harms that humans suffer.

View Post :   Lifelong mission to serve leads 20-year Army veteran to WCC

tags: December 2022, On The Record, Wadhams Veterans Center, Student Veterans, Student Profile

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WCC Corrections Academy celebrates Fall 2022 graduates

Rich Rezler - November 05, 2022

Family and friends gathered on the Washtenaw Community College campus Friday to celebrate the graduation of the 11-member WCC Corrections Academy Fall 2022 class.

View Post :   WCC Corrections Academy celebrates Fall 2022 graduates

tags: Correctons Academy, Graduation, On The Record, Public Service Training, December 2022

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Michigan Achievement Scholarship will save graduating seniors thousands

WCC Public Relations - November 02, 2022

The new Michigan Achievement Scholarship will save community college students up to $8,250 over three years.

View Post :   Michigan Achievement Scholarship will save graduating seniors thousands

tags: Affordability, Scholarship, On The Record, December 2022

Wadhams Veterans Center

WCC recognized for high standard of services for veterans

WCC Public Relations - October 31, 2022

Washtenaw Community College has again been named as a Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School by the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency.

View Post :   WCC recognized for high standard of services for veterans

tags: On The Record, Wadhams Veterans Center, December 2022, Veterans, Student Veterans

students in front of sculpture

Fall semester kicks off August 29 with new Automotive Cybersecurity Lab, zero-cost textbook degree, academic programs

Fran LeFort - August 26, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is gearing up for a new academic year starting Monday, August 29, that features its first no-cost textbook associate degree, a brand new Automotive Cybersecurity Lab and frozen tuition for the fifth straight year.

View Post :   Fall semester kicks off August 29 with new Automotive Cybersecurity Lab, zero-cost textbook degree, academic programs

tags: On The Record, fall 2022, September 2022, OER, Certificates, Automotive Cybersecurity, Z-Degree, academic, Michigan Reconnect

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WCC selected as educational partner for Amazon Career Choice program

Fran LeFort - August 25, 2022

WCC has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to academic degrees, professional development and personal enrichment courses.

View Post :   WCC selected as educational partner for Amazon Career Choice program

tags: September 2022, On The Record, Partnership, Workforce Training, Amazon Career Choice, Workforce Development

UA member receives diploma

WCC adds 47 new alumni to its ranks through United Association partnership

Fran LeFort - August 19, 2022

It’s been a couple decades coming, but Carlos Rivera’s winding path to college graduation makes his new achievement all the sweeter.

View Post :   WCC adds 47 new alumni to its ranks through United Association partnership

tags: September 2022, United Association, Graduation, Alumni, On The Record

Governor Whitmer at podium

Governor Whitmer joins United Association for Industry Day at WCC

Fran LeFort - August 18, 2022

Washtenaw Community College welcomed Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at the United Association’s Industry Day on Wednesday.

View Post :   Governor Whitmer joins United Association for Industry Day at WCC

tags: Industry, September 2022, Skilled Trades, On The Record, United Association

Alex Spencer in front of Mustang Mach-E

WCC grad Alex Spencer exemplifies next generation of transportation workforce

Fran LeFort - August 10, 2022

WCC is educating a nimble, highly skilled workforce for the next generation of automated transportation and mobility, and recent graduate Alex Spencer is poised to become one of those new leaders.

View Post :   WCC grad Alex Spencer exemplifies next generation of transportation workforce

tags: Launch, On The Record, December 2022, Automotive Services, Advanced Transportation, CCAT, ousearch_News_Launch Magazine, Alumni Profile, Automotive, Launch Fall 2022

Ajahnee and Amaria Harris

WCC STEM Scholars program fuels passions for Harris sisters

Fran LeFort - August 07, 2022

STEM Scholars was established at WCC in 2018 to encourage and facilitate success for students seeking science, technology, engineering and math careers. It supports underrepresented students through multiple grants.

View Post :   WCC STEM Scholars program fuels passions for Harris sisters

tags: Launch, On The Record, STEM, Transfer, Launch Fall 2022, ousearch_News_Launch Magazine, 3D Animation, STEM Scholars Program, September 2022, Student Profile

Z-Degree

WCC offers first 'Z-Degree,' associate degree program with zero textbook costs

Rich Rezler - July 29, 2022

Continuing its commitment to keep higher education affordable, WCC has made it possible for a student to earn an associate degree without ever purchasing a textbook.

View Post :   WCC offers first 'Z-Degree,' associate degree program with zero textbook costs

tags: On The Record, Affordability, Open Education Resources, Z-Degree, September 2022

Truck driving school

Washtenaw Community College and Trainco partner to fill truck driving talent pipeline

Fran LeFort - July 28, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is partnering with Trainco Truck Driving Schools to offer a full-service CDL-A educational training program to help fill critical workforce needs.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College and Trainco partner to fill truck driving talent pipeline

tags: Workforce Training, On The Record, Trucking, September 2022, Partnership, Industry, Workforce Development

WCC Collegiate Recovery Program

WCC Collegiate Recovery Program receives grant from Jamie Daniels Foundation

Rich Rezler - July 27, 2022

The Collegiate Recovery Program at WCC received a grant from the Jamie Daniels Foundation that will endow a scholarship for a student in the program and assist in its quest to provide all WCC students with recovery support, connection and community to improve their health and well-being.

View Post :   WCC Collegiate Recovery Program receives grant from Jamie Daniels Foundation

tags: Collegiate Recovery Program, On The Record, September 2022, Student Services, Grants, WCC Foundation

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Adult Transitions Pathways celebrates 141-member graduating class

Rich Rezler - July 15, 2022

“Before this program, I had zero hope for myself being successful. I dropped out my senior year of high school and that made me feel like I failed my family and I failed myself,” student speaker Jaden Dudley said. “But now we’re going to walk out of here with smiles wide and caps held high … because we’re graduates, baby!”

View Post :   Adult Transitions Pathways celebrates 141-member graduating class

tags: Adult Transitions Pathways, Graduation, Class of 2022, On The Record, September 2022

Reconnect press conference speakers

WCC hosts state's announcement of additional funding for Frontliners, Reconnect students

Fran LeFort - July 14, 2022

Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II launched a statewide tour at WCC to spotlight Michigan's $6 million bipartisan investment in grant funding for Michigan Reconnect and Futures for Frontliners programs.

View Post :   WCC hosts state's announcement of additional funding for Frontliners, Reconnect students

tags: Press Release, September 2022, Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, Michigan Reconnect, On The Record, Futures For Frontliners

Morris Lawrence ribbon cutting

WCC cuts ribbon on renovated Morris Lawrence Building

Fran LeFort - July 09, 2022

The Morris Lawrence Building at Washtenaw Community College has reopened after a year-long renovation project.

View Post :   WCC cuts ribbon on renovated Morris Lawrence Building

tags: September 2022, Campus News, On The Record, Campus Events, Dr. Rose B. Bellanca

WCC Online Learning

Nine WCC online courses recognized as 'exemplary'

Rich Rezler - July 02, 2022

Nine different WCC online classes earned Blackboard Exemplary Course Program Award status, making up roughly 17% percent of all awards granted to schools, colleges and universities around the world.

View Post :   Nine WCC online courses recognized as 'exemplary'

tags: Blackboard, Business, September 2022, Online Learning, Awards, Business and Computer Technologies, On The Record

Archaeology Field Experience

Washtenaw Community College hosts first archaeology fieldwork experience

Fran LeFort - June 13, 2022

A first-of-its-kind archaeological survey and dig on the WCC campus this summer hopes to reveal clues about previous activity in the area and serve as a teaching opportunity for enrolled students and community volunteers.

View Post :   Washtenaw Community College hosts first archaeology fieldwork experience

tags: STEM, Community enrichment, On The Record, June 2022, Archaeology Field Experience, Campus

Bee Campus USA

WCC named Bee Campus USA for third year

Fran LeFort - June 02, 2022

Washtenaw Community College has been recognized as a Bee Campus USA affiliate for the third consecutive year for enhancing pollinator habitats and educating the community.

View Post :   WCC named Bee Campus USA for third year

tags: On The Record, Awards, wtmc, Bee Campus USA, Sustainability, June 2022, Campus

Emily Holiday

Cash prizes awarded to help local entrepreneurs start and build businesses

Fran LeFort - May 31, 2022

Local entrepreneurs pitched their business plans for cash prizes in a hybrid return to Pitch@WCC, the WCC Entrepreneurship Center's premier annual event.

View Post :   Cash prizes awarded to help local entrepreneurs start and build businesses

tags: Entrepreneurship Center, Community enrichment, June 2022, On The Record, Entrepreneurship, Pitch@WCC

Kimberly Schamberger

Graduate Profile: Kimberly Schamberger, Film Studies

Rich Rezler - May 25, 2022

Before she hits the stage at the Oscars or Emmys, Kimberly Schamberger already has one impressive award in her back pocket.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Kimberly Schamberger, Film Studies

tags: June 2022, On The Record, Graduation, Student Profile, Commencement, Class of 2022

Caleb Rogers in cap and gown

Graduate Profile: Caleb Rogers, Welding

Rich Rezler - May 25, 2022

Twenty college credits Caleb Rogers earned as a dual-enrolled high school student allowed him to finish WCC’s Welding Technology associate degree program in just one year.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Caleb Rogers, Welding

tags: June 2022, Commencement, On The Record, Student Profile, Class of 2022, Graduation

Austin Mudd with family

Graduate Profile: Austin Mudd, Mechatronics

Rich Rezler - May 24, 2022

Plenty of individuals hang their hat on the ability to do a job fast and do it right. Recent graduate Austin Mudd took that “fast and right” concept and upgraded it to “accelerated and exceptional.”

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Austin Mudd, Mechatronics

tags: Class of 2022, Commencement, June 2022, On The Record, Student Profile, Graduation

Ta'Varus Lumpkins holding cap

Graduate Profile: Ta'Varus Lumpkin, Dental Assisting

Rich Rezler - May 24, 2022

Extravagantly decorated caps are always a highlight at Commencement, but few have stood out quite like Ta'Varus Lumpkins' cap stood out.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Ta'Varus Lumpkin, Dental Assisting

tags: Student Profile, Commencement, June 2022, Graduation, Class of 2022, On The Record

Daria Skalitzky

Graduate Profile: Daria Skalitzky, WTMC

Rich Rezler - May 24, 2022

Darie Skalitzky ended her time on the WCC campus with a high school diploma, associate degree, 62 transferrable college credits and a $1,500 scholarship she'll use at the University of Michigan.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Daria Skalitzky, WTMC

tags: On The Record, Class of 2022, Graduation, Student Profile, Commencement, June 2022

Bianca Robinson

Graduate Profile: Bianca Robinson, Nursing

Rich Rezler - May 24, 2022

Many WCC students returned to college to make a career change. Bianca Robinson has cycled through an interesting series of career choices herself, all before completing her education.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Bianca Robinson, Nursing

tags: June 2022, Class of 2022, Graduation, Student Profile, Commencement, On The Record

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Faculty speaker: Adversity experienced at WCC will serve grads well in the future

Freeman Gregory - May 23, 2022

During her Commencement address, faculty speaker Susan Dentel reminded WCC graduates that they are already grizzled veterans when it comes to surmounting adversity.

View Post :   Faculty speaker: Adversity experienced at WCC will serve grads well in the future

tags: Commencement, On The Record, Graduation, STEM Scholars Program, Class of 2022, June 2022

Caelan Saunders

Student speaker encourages fellow grads to brighten lives

Freeman Gregory - May 23, 2022

“If there is any power we have as people, it is the power to change what is around us," Commencement student speaker Caelan Saunders said. “As educated people, we see the problems before us. We see that it can be better.”

View Post :   Student speaker encourages fellow grads to brighten lives

tags: Graduation, On The Record, June 2022, Commencement, Class of 2022

Paul Krutko receiving award

Commencement speaker urges new grads to stay local

Fran LeFort - May 23, 2022

Ann Arbor SPARK President & CEO Paul Krutko, this year's Honorary Associate Degree in Community Service recipient, commends WCC graduates for their perseverance.

View Post :   Commencement speaker urges new grads to stay local

tags: Commencement, Awards, June 2022, Graduation, On The Record, Class of 2022

Alex Milshteyn at Commencement

Help Class of 2022 'pay it forward' with donation to WCC Foundation

Rich Rezler - May 22, 2022

A $20.22 donation to the WCC Foundation Scholarship Fund "will help change lives," incoming chair Alex Milshteyn told graduates and their guests at Commencement.

View Post :   Help Class of 2022 'pay it forward' with donation to WCC Foundation

tags: June 2022, Graduation, Commencement, On The Record, Class of 2022, WCC Foundation

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Tuition to remain frozen for fifth straight year for WCC in-district students

Fran LeFort - April 27, 2022

Tuition for in-district students at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will remain frozen for the fifth consecutive year, the college announced following Board of Trustees approval Tuesday.

View Post :   Tuition to remain frozen for fifth straight year for WCC in-district students

tags: Tuition, Affordability, On The Record, June 2022, Board of Trustees, enrollment

Naloxone training

Collegiate Recovery Program students share their experiences during Naloxone training

Rich Rezler - April 21, 2022

Joshua Truchan and Matt Strang are recovering addicts and current officers in the WCC Collegiate Recovery Program. Both have also been on the giving and receiving ends of an emergency Naloxone treatment.

View Post :   Collegiate Recovery Program students share their experiences during Naloxone training

tags: Public Safety, June 2022, On The Record, Collegiate Recovery Program

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Building the advanced transportation workforce of the future

Fran LeFort - April 15, 2022

WCC's role in automated transportation and mobility was highlighted at the CCAT Global Symposium hosted by the University of Michigan

View Post :   Building the advanced transportation workforce of the future

tags: On The Record, Mobility, Advanced Transportation Center, CCAT, June 2022

Alexandra La Vallee

Police academy? Law school? WCC student has 'law & order' options

Rich Rezler - March 24, 2022

Alexandra La Vallee is supplementing her education with a prestigious internship, giving her plenty of options after graduation.

View Post :   Police academy? Law school? WCC student has 'law & order' options

tags: Criminal Justice, March 2022, On The Record, Internship, Student Profile

Kevin Ryan

WCC made a mid-career pivot possible for PA

Rich Rezler - March 24, 2022

Kevin Ryan was 35 when his employer announced it was closing its doors after more than 100 years in business. He could find another job in a dying industry or make a dramatic change. He chose change. And he chose Washtenaw Community College to help make it happen.

View Post :   WCC made a mid-career pivot possible for PA

tags: On The Record, March 2022, Alumni Profile

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WCC grad is one of cybersecurity's 'good guys'

Anita LeBlanc - March 24, 2022

WCC graduate and former White Hat Society member now serves as a 'force for good' in the growing cybersecurity field.

View Post :   WCC grad is one of cybersecurity's 'good guys'

tags: cybersecurity, On The Record, March 2022, Alumni Profile, Student Organizations

Students walking on campus

Classes, activities return to WCC campus

Washtenaw Community College - March 23, 2022

Washtenaw Community College is preparing to welcome an influx of students back to campus in the upcoming school year.

View Post :   Classes, activities return to WCC campus

tags: Launch Summer 2022, March 2022, On The Record, Campus News, Campus Events

Daria Skalitzky and Rachel Rubanguka

Academic All-Stars: Two WCC students named to Coca-Cola Academic Team

Rich Rezler - March 21, 2022

Rachel Rubanguka is one of 50 students nationwide named a “Gold Scholar” and Daria Skalitzky is one of 50 on the “Silver Scholar” list of the 2022 Coca-Cola Foundation Academic Team.

View Post :   Academic All-Stars: Two WCC students named to Coca-Cola Academic Team

tags: Student Profile, On The Record, Student Activities, Awards, March 2022, Student Success, Phi Theta Kappa

Free College Week 2022 offers more than 60 unique classes.

Public invited to Free College Week at WCC

Fran LeFort - March 15, 2022

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will open its virtual classroom doors to the public during Free College Week on Monday, April 4, through Friday, April 8.

View Post :   Public invited to Free College Week at WCC

tags: On The Record, Free College Week, March 2022, Community enrichment, Online Learning

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Washtenaw Economic Club returns to in-person events with annual outlook

Fran LeFort - March 10, 2022

A new season of the Washtenaw Economic Club kicks off Thursday, March 24, with the annual economic outlook presented by University of Michigan economists Gabriel Ehrlich and Michael McWilliams.

View Post :   Washtenaw Economic Club returns to in-person events with annual outlook

tags: WEC, Washtenaw Economic Club, On The Record, Economic Outlook, March 2022

OER saves students millions

Free textbook program has saved WCC students nearly $9 million since 2017

Fran LeFort - March 07, 2022

Since Fall 2017 when Washtenaw Community College introduced its zero-cost textbook program, students have saved nearly $9 million thanks to 47 courses being taught with an open educational resource (OER).

View Post :   Free textbook program has saved WCC students nearly $9 million since 2017

tags: March 2022, Affordability, Launch Summer 2022, On The Record, OER, Open Education Resources

Amanda MacDonald and Carmen Samaniego

Michigan Reconnect turns dreams into realities for students in program's first year

Fran LeFort - February 21, 2022

Amanda MacDonald and Carmen Samaniego are two of the nearly 1,300 students enrolled at WCC using the Michigan Reconnect tuition program. "Without Reconnect, I’m not sure I would have come back. I would have made excuses and seen too many obstacles,” MacDonald said.

View Post :   Michigan Reconnect turns dreams into realities for students in program's first year

tags: Medical Billing and Coding, Health Administration, Computer Science, Student Profile, Michigan Reconnect, Launch Summer 2022, On The Record, Reconnect, March 2022

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Get to know an Olympian: WCC fitness center member Donald Scott II

Rich Rezler - February 02, 2022

While the world turns its attention to TV broadcasts of the Winter Olympic Games this week, members of the WCC Health and Fitness Center haven’t needed to wait to watch an Olympian perform. Meet Donald Scott II.

View Post :   Get to know an Olympian: WCC fitness center member Donald Scott II

tags: On The Record, Health and Fitness, March 2022

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