On The Record: Adult Learners

John Benjamin

60 stories: Path from GED to GM started at WCC

Rich Rezler - November 14, 2025

John Benjamin is Chief of Staff for General Motors’ Autonomous Vehicle Product Management team. His path to the cutting edge of automotive technology wasn’t a straight line.

View Post :   60 stories: Path from GED to GM started at WCC

tags: GED, 60th Anniversary, Adult Transitions Pathways, Adult Learners, November 2025, Alumni Profile, 60 Stories, On The Record

Education Your Way

Education your way: Your goals. Your schedule. Your future.

Fran LeFort - September 25, 2025

At WCC, flexibility in class schedules is more than just a perk.

View Post :   Education your way: Your goals. Your schedule. Your future.

tags: Adult Learners, Fall 2025, Online Learning, Launch

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WCC launching innovative 'Weekend Welder' program to meet growing industry demand

Fran LeFort - June 26, 2025

Designed for busy working adults, the "Weekend Welders" program provides a flexible, career-focused path to high-demand welding jobs without disrupting weekday responsibilities.

View Post :   WCC launching innovative 'Weekend Welder' program to meet growing industry demand

tags: CTE, Adult Learners, Welding

Nathan Perry

Alumni Profile: Nathan Perry rockets to a second career at Blue Origin

Rich Rezler - April 08, 2025

WCC graduate Nathan Perry is a Launch Vehicle Test Engineer at Blue Origin, working hands-on with the crew capsule that carries scientific payloads and astronauts during launches.

View Post :   Alumni Profile: Nathan Perry rockets to a second career at Blue Origin

tags: Aisha Bowe, Alumni Profile, Transfer, Adult Learners, Pre-Engineering

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: Adult Learners, March 2024, On The Record

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

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WCC kicks off 'Reconnect Week' July 17-18 for working adults to explore college opportunities, including new education and jobs initiative in Ypsilanti

WCC Public Relations - July 12, 2023

Ypsilanti residents invited to July 17 event highlighting the Reconnect Scholarship and Advance Ypsi; July 18 virtual event is for all who want to learn more about the state scholarship program

View Post :   WCC kicks off 'Reconnect Week' July 17-18 for working adults to explore college opportunities, including new education and jobs initiative in Ypsilanti

tags: Advance Ypsi, Michigan Reconnect, Adult Learners

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