Search Washtenaw Community College

Washtenaw Community College

Announcements

There are no announcements today.

News & Events

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

WCC Is GI Friendly

Nursing student in the simulation center

GI Jobs magazine included WCC on its list of the most military friendly institutions for 2012. One reason for that distinction is that the College allows military personnel who are called to active service the opportunity to return without penalty.

As more troops return from active duty in Iraq and Afghanistan over the next year, they will find a lot of support at WCC geared for their unique needs.

Full Story »

His Chicago Commute Takes Seconds

Working from home is fairly common these days. And WCC graduate Javan Makhmali demonstrates daily how successful that arrangement can be.

Makhmali has been employed steadily in the web development field for about eight years. He moved back to Ann Arbor a couple of years ago after working in Los Angeles for a small, three-man company called Inkling.

Today Makhmali works for 37signals, a growing Chicago-based software company. He started working there as a programmer just over a year ago.

Full Story »

Six WCC Students Awarded ADDYs

Six WCC students were recognized for their graphic design skills and creativity at the 2012 ADDY Awards, sponsored by the Ann Arbor Ad Club.

The WCC students earned two gold and four silver awards. Gold honorees will compete automatically in the district competition, with the possibility of continuing on to national judging, according to Kristine Willimann, a graphic design instructor. Silver-level winners also qualify for the next level of competition.

Full Story »

WCC Makes It Easier To Apply

WCC has rolled out a new admissions application that makes it easier than ever before to apply to the College.

“Our old application was somewhat complex and confusing,” said Sukanya Jett, director of Admissions. “Many students found it frustrating.

“By contrast, the new application is sleek and easy to use.

Full Story »

His Chicago Commute Takes Seconds

Working from home is fairly common these days. And WCC graduate Javan Makhmali demonstrates daily how successful that arrangement can be.

Six WCC Students Awarded ADDYs

Six WCC students were recognized for their graphic design skills and creativity at the 2012 ADDY Awards, sponsored by the Ann Arbor Ad Club.

WCC Makes It Easier To Apply

WCC has rolled out a new admissions application that makes it easier than ever before to apply to the College.

WCC Volunteer Fair Set for Feb. 21

WCC is helping area nonprofits increase their number of community volunteers. On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the WCC Student Development and Activities department will host a Volunteer Fair from 11:00am to 1:00pm on the second floor of the Student Center building. The event is free and open to the public.

WCC Hosts University Transfer Fair Feb. 22

Where will WCC students continue their studies after they graduate? Representatives from 50 colleges and universities throughout Michigan and beyond hope to answer that question when WCC welcomes them for its College Transfer Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 22.

Keep Skills Sharp With WCC Professional Development Classes

By Nancy Clay

Jacob Lawrence’s Prints of John Brown On Display at WCC

A rich and colorful series of prints by one of America’s most widely respected African-American painters, Jacob Lawrence, is on display at WCC’s Gallery One through Feb. 17.

Educating Today’s Environmental Experts

Building a sustainable world is the challenge for this and future generations. And constructing a degree program to meet that challenge is exactly what the faculty at WCC did in a unique and collaborative way.

Get Information Jan. 17 About Upcoming Italy Photo Trip

This May, WCC is again offering a three-week photography class in Sorrento, Italy, and its surrounding area. An information session about the trip will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 17, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in Room 303 of the Gunder Myran building.

MLK Day Activities Take Place at WCC Jan. 17

Although WCC will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, it will sponsor several activities the next day to honor the late civil rights leader.

Today’s Events

  1. 10:00am–3:00pm Winter Transfer Fair
  2. 11:00am–1:00pm Wii Wednesday
  3. 4:00pm–5:30pm Resume Development Workshop
  4. 5:30pm–7:30pm Foosball Tournament
  5. 6:00pm–7:30pm Women's Soccer Tryouts
  6. 7:00pm–9:00pm Eyewitness Account of the Egyptian Uprising
  7. 7:30pm–9:30pm Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra & Wyton Marsalis

Feedback & Suggestions