WCC Foundation Board of Directors welcomes new chair, three new members
WCC Public Relations - July 01, 2025
Holly Heaviland, Ed.D., is the incoming Chair of the WCC Foundation Board of Directors, which also will include three new members. Heaviland succeeds outgoing chair Bhushan Kulkarni and most recently served as Secretary and Vice-Chair.
View Post : WCC Foundation Board of Directors welcomes new chair, three new memberstags: Foundation, Scholarships, WCC Foundation
The power of affordable education
Fran LeFort - June 28, 2025
With in-district tuition at just $99 per credit hour, WCC is one of Michigan’s most affordable higher education options.
View Post : The power of affordable educationtags: Tuition, Radiography, Scholarships, financial aid, Affordability
Mother-daughter duo completing WCC program together
Terry Jacoby - June 28, 2025
When Emily Friedrichsen attended an orientation session for Washtenaw Community College’s Medical Assisting program, she realized she hadn’t only discovered the perfect fit for herself — she had found one for her mother, too.
View Post : Mother-daughter duo completing WCC program togethertags: Launch, Student Profile, Medical Assistant, Medical Assisting, Health Sciences
From WCC to the deep blue sea
Fran LeFort - June 27, 2025
How Marina Wennstrom grew up in the Detroit metropolitan area and ended up nose-to-nose with marine animals on the West Coast is a tale that includes a stop at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : From WCC to the deep blue seatags: Alumni Profile, Biology, Launch, Transfer
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 demandtags: CTE, Adult Learners, Welding
WCC hosts Science Night at Ann Arbor Summer Festival June 22
Fran LeFort - June 18, 2025
Washtenaw Community College is hosting WCC Science Night at the Ann Arbor Summer Festival this Sunday, June 22, with free, hands-on STEM activities.
View Post : WCC hosts Science Night at Ann Arbor Summer Festival June 22
New art exhibit celebrates strength, grit of the working class
WCC Public Relations - June 10, 2025
A new art exhibit honoring the resilience, determination and contributions of the working class is featured in The Gallery at Washtenaw Community College (WCC). The new exhibit, “Strength and Grit: Celebrating the Working Class,” is on display through September 10 and explores the everyday struggles and triumphs of individuals who form the backbone of society.
View Post : New art exhibit celebrates strength, grit of the working classtags: Art Gallery, The Gallery, ML
WCC's fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration open to the public
Rich Rezler - June 10, 2025
WCC is hosting its fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration from 1-2:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 19 in the Morris Lawrence Building.
View Post : WCC's fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration open to the publictags: Campus Events, Juneteenth
Thousands of global skilled trades union members set to train at WCC this summer
WCC Public Relations - June 09, 2025
Ann Arbor will become a national hub of skilled trades excellence this summer as approximately 6,000 union members from across the U.S. and abroad converge to enhance their expertise. Nearly 5,000 will train at Washtenaw Community College (WCC).
View Post : Thousands of global skilled trades union members set to train at WCC this summertags: Unions, Ironworkers, Skilled Trades, IBEW, United Association, Roofers Union, Plasterers
WTMC students take app design for student-athletes to national competition
WCC Public Relations - June 06, 2025
A team of four high school students from Washtenaw Technical Middle College (WTMC), located on the Washtenaw Community College (WCC) campus, have designed an app that has reached the finals of a national championship for social innovation.
View Post : WTMC students take app design for student-athletes to national competition
Youth spots, scholarships still open for Summer Camps
WCC Public Relations - June 03, 2025
There is still time to register for a number of Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) STEM youth camps this summer, and scholarships are available for families living in Ypsilanti zip codes.
View Post : Youth spots, scholarships still open for Summer Campstags: STEM Camps, Summer Camps
Memorial Day weekend Murph Challenge returns to WCC
WCC Public Relations - May 21, 2025
The public is invited to participate in the fourth annual Murph Challenge at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) Memorial Day weekend. The college’s Wadhams Veterans Center, along with the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army, is hosting the legendary fitness challenge at The Health & Fitness Center at Washtenaw Community College on Saturday, May 24. The event runs from 9 a.m.-12 Noon. Participants may start at any time during the window.
View Post : Memorial Day weekend Murph Challenge returns to WCCtags: Wadhams Veterans Center, Murph Challenge, The Health and Fitness Center at Washtenaw Community College, Health and Fitness, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
WCC graduate Ahmad Habbas wins prestigious transfer scholarship
Rich Rezler - May 16, 2025
Washtenaw Community College high honors graduate Ahmad Habbas already planned to transfer to the University of Michigan to study Computer Science Engineering. Earlier this week, he learned that he’ll do so for free!
View Post : WCC graduate Ahmad Habbas wins prestigious transfer scholarshiptags: Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, Student Succes, Class of 2025, Student Awards, Scholarships
Winter 2025 High Honors and Honors Students
WCC - May 15, 2025
Congratulations to the following students for receiving high honors (3.8+) and honors (3.5-3.79) during the Winter 2025 semester at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Winter 2025 High Honors and Honors Studentstags: Winter 2025, Honors, Student Recognition, High Honors
140 middle school students to compete in coding hackathon event at WCC
WCC Public Relations - May 14, 2025
An initiative designed to generate excitement around careers in the semiconductor space will come full circle Friday as more than 140 middle school students visit the Washtenaw Community College (WCC) campus for a coding hackathon.
View Post : 140 middle school students to compete in coding hackathon event at WCCtags: Semi Foundation, Semiconductor, Hackathon, Coding, Middle School
WCC to honor graduates at May 17 Commencement Ceremony
WCC Public Relations - May 13, 2025
Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be Saturday, May 17, at Eastern Michigan University’s George Gervin GameAbove Center (formerly the EMU Convocation Center). The ceremony is open to the public and will begin at 9:20 a.m. It will also be livestreamed at wccnet.edu/graduation.
View Post : WCC to honor graduates at May 17 Commencement Ceremonytags: Graduation, Commencement
Summer Semester begins May 12; three summer start dates offered
WCC Public Relations - May 08, 2025
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) kicks off the Summer Semester next week, with three start dates being offered through June.
View Post : Summer Semester begins May 12; three summer start dates offeredtags: Summer Semester, Guest Students
WCC Esports vying for two national titles this week
Rich Rezler - May 06, 2025
In its first year of eligibility, the WCC Esports program qualified two teams for National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) postseason competition. Both have advanced to the finals of the 16-team, single-elimination tournaments.
View Post : WCC Esports vying for two national titles this weektags: Student Succes, Esports, Campus Events
Economic Club hosts 'Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare'
WCC Public Relations - May 05, 2025
The Washtenaw Economic Club will host a distinguished data scientist to speak about “The Current and Future Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare.”
View Post : Economic Club hosts 'Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare'
Nearly $2 million in state grants, new programs will advance semiconductor, battery education
Fran LeFort - May 05, 2025
Nearly $2 million in grants at Washtenaw Community College (WCC), along with new associate degree and certificate programs, will advance Michigan’s mobility sector through semiconductor and battery education and training.
View Post : Nearly $2 million in state grants, new programs will advance semiconductor, battery educationtags: EV, Grants, Mobility, MEDC, Semiconductor, Workforce Development, Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology, Advanced Certificate in Semiconductor & Battery Manufacturing
Three WCC students win 2025 statewide Student Production Awards
Rich Rezler - April 29, 2025
Three Washtenaw Community College students brought home four first-place trophies from the Michigan chapter of the National Association of Television Arts & Sciences during its 47th annual Student Production Awards show award.
View Post : Three WCC students win 2025 statewide Student Production Awardstags: Student Production Awards, Video Production, Awards, Digital Video Production
WCC hosts Washtenaw County's Economic Outlook through 2027
Fran LeFort - April 24, 2025
The 40th annual Washtenaw County Economic Outlook, commissioned by Washtenaw Community College, was presented today at the President’s Leadership Recognition Luncheon.
View Post : WCC hosts Washtenaw County's Economic Outlook through 2027tags: Economic Outlook, President's Leadership Recognition Luncheon
Women's Council celebrates 'Sheroes' for their impact, community work
WCC Public Relations - April 23, 2025
A trio of passionate community leaders are among the women to be highlighted at this year’s 28th Annual Washtenaw Community College (WCC) Foundation Women’s Council Celebration Luncheon.
View Post : Women's Council celebrates 'Sheroes' for their impact, community worktags: Student Emergency Fund, WCC Foundation, Sheroes, Women's Council
Alumni Reach for the Stars with Blue Origin Space Launch
WCC Public Relations - April 18, 2025
Separated by some 15 years at Washtenaw Community College, the paths of two alumni intersected with Monday’s Blue Origin’s launch into space.
View Post : Alumni Reach for the Stars with Blue Origin Space Launchtags: STEM Careers, Aerospace Engineering, STEM Education, Space Launch, Nathan Perry, Blue Origin, Space Travel, Aisha Bowe
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 Origintags: Aisha Bowe, Alumni Profile, Transfer, Adult Learners, Pre-Engineering
WCC and Oakland University providing two new education pathways
WCC Public Relations - April 08, 2025
Two new articulation agreements will help students complete degrees in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education.
View Post : WCC and Oakland University providing two new education pathwaystags: Early Childhood Education, Articulation Agreements, Campus News, Elementary Education
73-year-old Photography student wins top honors at WCC Student Art Show
Rich Rezler - April 05, 2025
Bob Rickman won first place in the 2025 WCC Student Art Show for his portrait, Mysterious Hallway.
View Post : 73-year-old Photography student wins top honors at WCC Student Art Showtags: Painting, Ceramics, Awards, Campus News, Photography, Digital Media Arts, Student Art Show, Fine Arts
WCC eliminates single-use plastic water bottles, adds bottle refill stations
Rich Rezler - April 02, 2025
In a significant move to expand its sustainability initiatives, Washtenaw Community College announced it has eliminated the sale of single-use plastic water bottles from on-campus retail outlets and vending machines.
View Post : WCC eliminates single-use plastic water bottles, adds bottle refill stationstags: Campus News, Sustainability, Recycling
Explore college classes for free April 7-12 at Washtenaw Community College
WCC Public Relations - March 24, 2025
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host Free College Week April 7-12. The public is invited to sign up for more than 100 virtual and in-person classes at no charge.
View Post : Explore college classes for free April 7-12 at Washtenaw Community College
Federal Reserve Bank policy advisor first speaker of 2025 Washtenaw Economic Club season
WCC Public Relations - March 24, 2025
The Washtenaw Economic Club’s 2025 season kicks off with Kristin Dziczek, a high-level policy advisor from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
View Post : Federal Reserve Bank policy advisor first speaker of 2025 Washtenaw Economic Club seasontags: Washtenaw Economic Club, Business Leaders, Economy, Automotive Industry
Calling future makers, engineers, explorers and more: Registration ongoing for WCC Summer Camps
WCC Public Relations - March 24, 2025
Registration is open for Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) week-long summer camps for area youth ages 9-18.
View Post : Calling future makers, engineers, explorers and more: Registration ongoing for WCC Summer Campstags: Summer Camps
Alumna, rocket scientist and STEM trailblazer Aisha Bowe will join Blue Origin's NS-31 crew for Spring mission
Fran LeFort - February 27, 2025
WCC alumna Aisha Bowe, rocket scientist, entrepreneur and global STEM trailblazer, will be one of six women flying on Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission this Spring, it was announced today.
View Post : Alumna, rocket scientist and STEM trailblazer Aisha Bowe will join Blue Origin's NS-31 crew for Spring missiontags: STEM Careers, Aisha Bowe, Space Travel, STEM, STEM Education, Aerospace Engineering, Blue Origin
Multi-Factor Authentication for Payments
Washtenaw Community College - February 17, 2025
To enhance security and protect your financial information, our third-party payment provider, TouchNet, now requires multi-factor authentication (MFA).
View Post : Multi-Factor Authentication for Payments
High school students, public invited to STEAM Week at WCC February 25-27
WCC Public Relations - February 14, 2025
High school students and community members are invited to participate in STEAM Week activities February 25-27 at Washtenaw Community College (WCC). Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) careers will be highlighted.
View Post : High school students, public invited to STEAM Week at WCC February 25-27tags: STEM Education, STEAM Week, STEAM Careers, STEAM
Career and Technical Education skills highlighted during CTE Month
WCC Public Relations - February 04, 2025
The value of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs will be highlighted through special events hosted at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) during CTE Month.
View Post : Career and Technical Education skills highlighted during CTE Monthtags: Career and Technical Education, CTE, Career and Internship Fair, CTE Month
Public invited to February 12 Career Fair
WCC Public Relations - January 28, 2025
Job seekers are invited to Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) Winter Career & Internship Fair on Wednesday, February 12.
View Post : Public invited to February 12 Career Fairtags: Career Fair, Center for Career Success, Career and Internship Fair
WCC presents three 'Equity in Action' awards at MLK event
Rich Rezler - January 18, 2025
Washtenaw Community College awarded three “Equity in Action” awards during a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance ceremony held at the college on Thursday, January 16.
View Post : WCC presents three 'Equity in Action' awards at MLK eventtags: Diversity, Awards, Equity in Action, MLK Day
WCC hosting EV education panel at Detroit Auto Show Mobility Global Forum
Fran LeFort - January 09, 2025
Washtenaw Community College will host an electric vehicle panel discussion at the 2025 Detroit Auto Show Mobility Global Forum in downtown Detroit on January 16.
View Post : WCC hosting EV education panel at Detroit Auto Show Mobility Global Forumtags: North America International Auto Show, Advanced Transportation Center, Mobility, Electric Vehicles
Public invited to WCC's celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
WCC Public Relations - January 07, 2025
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host its 19th annual celebration of the legacy of civil rights pioneer Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Thursday, January 16. The public is welcome. Admission is free. The event will be 3:30-5 p.m. in the open space on the second floor of WCC’s Student Center.
View Post : Public invited to WCC's celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacytags: MLK, DEI, Equity in Action
New cohort for 'Tech Ecosystem' incubator begins in January
WCC Public Relations - December 19, 2024
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will offer a second cohort of its Tech Ecosystem Development Incubator program aimed at fostering innovation and empowering local entrepreneurs.
View Post : New cohort for 'Tech Ecosystem' incubator begins in January
Advance your career, learn a new hobby in Winter non-credit classes
WCC Public Relations - December 18, 2024
Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) lineup of Winter non-credit offerings include classes to help individuals quickly advance in their careers or develop new hobbies.
View Post : Advance your career, learn a new hobby in Winter non-credit classestags: Fast-Track Job Training, professional development, Personal Enrichment, LiveWorkLearn, Non-Credit
WCC Nursing Pinning Ceremony celebrates 63 graduates joining the profession
Rich Rezler - December 16, 2024
The 63-member graduating class of the WCC Nursing program was honored at the Winter 2024 Nursing Pinning Ceremony held Friday in Towsley Auditorium.
View Post : WCC Nursing Pinning Ceremony celebrates 63 graduates joining the professiontags: Center of Excellence in Nursing Education, Pinning Ceremony, Class of 2024, Nursing, Graduation
WCC skilled trades program receives grant from GM Romulus
WCC Public Relations - December 13, 2024
The WCC Skilled Trades Program was among four recipients of Community Impact Grants from GM Romulus Propulsion Systems.
View Post : WCC skilled trades program receives grant from GM Romulustags: Grants, Awards, Skilled Trades
Sand Creek High School teacher wins WCC Bridge Award
Jenelle Franklin - December 13, 2024
Sand Creek High School special education teacher and graduation coach Melissa Jodway was presented the sixth annual WCC Bridge award at the college's High School Partners Breakfast. Jodway was nominated by WCC freshman Bryce Hildebrandt.
View Post : Sand Creek High School teacher wins WCC Bridge Awardtags: WCC Bridge Award, Awards, High School Partners Breakfast
Fluke Corporation and Aisha Bowe collaborate in donation of STEM lab tools
WCC Public Relations - December 12, 2024
Fluke Corporation has made a significant donation in STEM laboratory equipment for student learning at Washtenaw Community College (WCC).
View Post : Fluke Corporation and Aisha Bowe collaborate in donation of STEM lab toolstags: STEM Careers, STEM, December 2024, Fluke Corporation, Aisha Bowe, On The Record
Electrical workers sign five-year agreement to host training at WCC, EMU
Destination Ann Arbor - December 11, 2024
A joint training program between the National Electrical Contractors Association and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers will split their training between the facilities at WCC and EMU.
View Post : Electrical workers sign five-year agreement to host training at WCC, EMUtags: Electrical Workers, Campus News, Labor Union
Delayed dreams lead back to WCC for new faculty member
Rich Rezler - December 05, 2024
Transportation Technologies instructor Kenneth Lewis took a circuitous path to his current career path.
View Post : Delayed dreams lead back to WCC for new faculty membertags: Transportation Technologies, Automotive Services, On The Record, Faculty Profile, December 2024
From the President: Serving the veterans who served our country
Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - November 22, 2024
Every year, I look forward to our Veterans Day celebration. It’s a time when we come together as a community to honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifices of those who have served our country.
View Post : From the President: Serving the veterans who served our countrytags: On The Record, Wadhams Veterans Center, President's Column, Veteran-Friendly School, December 2024, Student Veterans
Winter 2025 classes begin January 13 at WCC
WCC Public Relations - November 20, 2024
The 2025 Winter Semester at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) begins January 13. New students may apply for admission. Registration remains open through the first day of classes.
View Post : Winter 2025 classes begin January 13 at WCCtags: enrollment, Registration, Winter 2025, On The Record, Michigan Reconnect, December 2024, Reconnect
WCC hosting National Apprenticeship Week activities
WCC Public Relations - November 15, 2024
Washtenaw Community College will host National Career Development Week and National Apprenticeship Week activities November 18-22.
View Post : WCC hosting National Apprenticeship Week activitiestags: Campus Events, Career and Technical Education, Apprenticeships
Teacher preparation program addresses educator shortage
WCC Public Relations - November 07, 2024
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is partnering with Talent Together in a unique teacher preparation initiative to address the educator shortage in Michigan.
View Post : Teacher preparation program addresses educator shortagetags: Talent Together, December 2024, On The Record, Teacher Preparation
Veterans to be honored at Washtenaw Community College November 11; public invited
Fran LeFort - October 30, 2024
Washtenaw Community College will honor America’s veterans during its annual Veterans Day celebration on Monday, November 11.
View Post : Veterans to be honored at Washtenaw Community College November 11; public invitedtags: Veteran, Wadhams Veterans Center, Veteran's Day, Celebration
WCC recognized for work with apprenticeships at White House celebration
Rich Rezler - October 30, 2024
Washtenaw Community College was recognized as an “Apprenticeship Ambassador” during a ceremony held at the White House in Washington, D.C.
View Post : WCC recognized for work with apprenticeships at White House celebrationtags: Center for Career Success, December 2024, Apprenticeships, On The Record, Awards, Apprenticeship Programs
Political journalist Tim Skubick to discuss election impacts at November 7 Washtenaw Economic Club
WCC Public Relations - October 29, 2024
Tim Skubick, longtime journalist covering state news at the capitol in Lansing, will highlight impacts of the Fall election results at next week’s Washtenaw Economic Club meeting.
View Post : Political journalist Tim Skubick to discuss election impacts at November 7 Washtenaw Economic Clubtags: Washtenaw Economic Club
Liberal Arts Week at WCC highlights soft skills in career success, public invited
WCC Public Relations - October 15, 2024
Washtenaw Community College is hosting its annual Liberal Arts Week on October 21-25 with free virtual and in-person events open to all in the community.
View Post : Liberal Arts Week at WCC highlights soft skills in career success, public invitedtags: On The Record, Community enrichment, Liberal Arts Innovation Group, Campus Events, October 2024, Liberal Arts Week
So, you think college isn't for you? Alternatives start here, too!
WCC Public Relations - October 15, 2024
Concentrate Media story features Gen Z students skipping traditional college path by enrolling in other WCC programs.
View Post : So, you think college isn't for you? Alternatives start here, too!tags: Apprenticeship Programs, On The Record, Fast Track Job Training, October 2024
Growing in popularity, certificate programs get job seekers qualified to fill local workforce pipeline
WCC Public Relations - October 14, 2024
In Washtenaw County, where local industries drive innovation and employment, Wash-tenaw Community College has continuously responded to the needs of the region’s workforce by offering specialized certificate programs.
View Post : Growing in popularity, certificate programs get job seekers qualified to fill local workforce pipelinetags: October 2024, Workforce Development, On The Record, Certificates
WCC places first Department of Labor registered apprentices
WCC Public Relations - October 12, 2024
Toyota of Ann Arbor selects apprentices for new Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program offered by WCC.
View Post : WCC places first Department of Labor registered apprenticestags: October 2024, USDOL Registered Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, On The Record
From the President: Addressing the 'value' debate
Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - October 10, 2024
Starting higher education pursuits at WCC changes the value proposition equation.
View Post : From the President: Addressing the 'value' debatetags: On The Record, President's Column, Value, October 2024, Dr. Rose B. Bellanca
Manufacturing Day at WCC showcases high-demand jobs, educational pathways at WCC
Fran LeFort - October 05, 2024
Approximately 160 local high school students visited WCC on Manufacturing Day to learn about high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing and the educational pathways to help them achieve their goals.
View Post : Manufacturing Day at WCC showcases high-demand jobs, educational pathways at WCCtags: Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics, Welding and Fabrication, Mechatronics, Welding
Students, community invited to WCC Fall Career & Internship Fair on October 16
WCC Public Relations - October 01, 2024
Dozens of job opportunities will be up for grabs at the Washtenaw Community College annual Fall Career & Internship Fair.
View Post : Students, community invited to WCC Fall Career & Internship Fair on October 16tags: Campus Events, Center for Career Success, Community enrichment, Career Fair
'Power UP' Mobility Careers: Washtenaw Community College, Michigan Works! Southeast fuel workforce
WCC Public Relations - September 30, 2024
A new program between Washtenaw Community College (WCC) and Michigan Works! Southeast (MWSE) is fueling careers in the emerging mobility sector.
View Post : 'Power UP' Mobility Careers: Washtenaw Community College, Michigan Works! Southeast fuel workforcetags: Workforce Development, Electric Vehicles, On The Record, Mobility, October 2024, Workforce Training, Michigan Works, EV
Adventures in science with Super STEAM Saturdays are back at Washtenaw Community College
Fran LeFort - September 26, 2024
Super STEAM Saturdays offering middle schoolers the chance to explore and learn about science, technology, engineering, arts and math are back at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Adventures in science with Super STEAM Saturdays are back at Washtenaw Community Collegetags: Super STEAM Saturdays, Middle School, On The Record, Online Learning, STEAM, October 2024
WCC named a 'Gold' Veteran-Friendly School for seventh consecutive year
Kayla Gahagan - September 20, 2024
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has been named a Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School for the seventh consecutive year by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.
View Post : WCC named a 'Gold' Veteran-Friendly School for seventh consecutive yeartags: Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, Veterans, Wadhams Veterans Center, Veteran-Friendly School
WCC Alumni Profile: Alaa Almounauar
WCC Public Relations - September 18, 2024
Alaa Almounauar would tell you one of the best things that happened to her was someone calling her out — to pursue more education.
View Post : WCC Alumni Profile: Alaa Almounauartags: Alumni, Launch, Student Success, Alumni Profile, Launch Fall 2024, STEM Scholars Program
Applications open for next Start-Up Incubator at WCC
Fran LeFort - September 12, 2024
Entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the 2024-2025 Start-Up Incubator program offered through The Entrepreneurship Center at Washtenaw Community College (WCC).
View Post : Applications open for next Start-Up Incubator at WCCtags: Entrepreneurship Center, Start-Up Incubator, Entrepreneurship, Cohort
WCC Student Profile: Arterah Griggs
WCC Public Relations - September 10, 2024
A Chicago native, WCC student Arterah Griggs plans to transfer to Ferris State University in 2025.
View Post : WCC Student Profile: Arterah Griggstags: Launch, Student Profile, Transfer, Student Success, Launch Fall 2024, Student Services, WCC Foundation
WCC Police Academy celebrates 27-member Class of 2024
Rich Rezler - September 09, 2024
The Washtenaw Community College Police Academy celebrated its 54th graduating class on Friday, Sept. 7.
View Post : WCC Police Academy celebrates 27-member Class of 2024tags: Graduation, October 2024, Pinning Ceremony, Class of 2024, Police Academy, On The Record, Public Service Training
Washtenaw Economic Club speakers to focus on labor and wage trends, November election results
Fran LeFort - September 04, 2024
The Washtenaw Economic Club will conclude its season focusing on labor and wage trends as well as impacts of the election results. Tickets are available for the September 26 and November 7 luncheon meetings hosted at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Washtenaw Economic Club speakers to focus on labor and wage trends, November election resultstags: Washtenaw Economic Club
Michigan Reconnect a family affair for WCC students
WCC Public Relations - September 03, 2024
The Michigan Reconnect scholarship program has become a family affair for the Reeds. Ryan Reed enrolled at WCC with the help of the Reconnect scholarship after noticing many positions posted on Indeed required college degrees. “I thought I might be underqualified, and I might want to go to school. It’s more for job security,” he says.
View Post : Michigan Reconnect a family affair for WCC studentstags: Student Success, Business Administration, Launch Fall 2024, Michigan Reconnect, Scholarship
WCC launches 2024 Fall semester with new programs
Fran LeFort - August 30, 2024
WCC introduced two new associate degree programs and six new certificate programs for the Fall 2024 semester.
View Post : WCC launches 2024 Fall semester with new programstags: Student Success, Fall, 2024, October 2024, On The Record, Fall semester
Employers say 21st century skills are more important than ever
WCC Public Relations - August 23, 2024
From Washtenaw Community College to Harvard University, Lourena De Abreu owes her achievements to more than simply good grades.The opportunity to dig into leadership roles in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, the Black Student Union — even the WCC softball team — helped De Abreu sharpen critical soft skills.
View Post : Employers say 21st century skills are more important than evertags: Student Success, 21st Century Skills, Career Skills, Launch Fall 2024
UA training boosts local economy, extends WCC alumni network
WCC Public Relations - August 20, 2024
When the United Association wrapped up its week-long training program on the Washtenaw Community College campus — the last and largest of five annual union visits — the completion ceremony included the celebration of 32 new WCC alumni.
View Post : UA training boosts local economy, extends WCC alumni networktags: UA Instructor Training Program, On The Record, Alumni, October 2024
WCC alumnus and former Navy flight instructor is STEM Educator of the Year
WCC Public Relations - August 19, 2024
Knowledgeable. Passionate. Those are some of the attributes that Caleb Coon, U.S. Navy veteran and Michigan Region 2 STEM Educator of the Year, recalls about his own instructors at WCC.
View Post : WCC alumnus and former Navy flight instructor is STEM Educator of the Yeartags: STEM Careers, Navy, Teaching, STEM Educator of the Year, Alumnus
WCC graduate living his dream in Country Music Capital of the World
WCC Public Relations - August 18, 2024
If there’s a lesson WCC graduate Evan Starr wants to share, it’s that falling down and getting back up is OK. But his education — and perhaps most importantly the encouragement from his instructors — has paved a path toward his dreams in the “Country Music Capital of the World."
View Post : WCC graduate living his dream in Country Music Capital of the Worldtags: Music Production, Sound Engineering, Student Success, Music, Country Music, Launch Fall 2024
WCC students capitalizing on semiconductor partnership with University of Michigan
WCC Public Relations - August 17, 2024
A new partnership between Washtenaw Community College and University of Michigan’s Lurie Nanofabrication Facility (LNF) is a win-win. Just ask the three future engineers who started their college education at WCC and are working at the lab. Or Sandrine Martin, Ph.D., Managing Director of the LNF.
View Post : WCC students capitalizing on semiconductor partnership with University of Michigantags: Semiconductor, Launch Fall 2024, Semiconductor Industry, Student Success, Internships
After year of university in D.C., WCC alumna lands prestigious Detroit internship
WCC Public Relations - August 13, 2024
Since May 2023, Kaelyn Collins moved from her home in Ypsilanti to Washington, D.C., for a busy freshman year at prestigious HBCU Howard University and then spent this summer as an executive intern with Rock Ventures in Detroit.
View Post : After year of university in D.C., WCC alumna lands prestigious Detroit internshiptags: Internship, Student Success, Launch Fall 2024, Launch, Real Estate
WCC, United Association celebrate 35 years of partnership; 3,500+ on campus for training week
Fran LeFort - August 12, 2024
The UA's intensive five-year Instructor Training Program equips union instructors to educate and train members on the best industry safety and training practices.
View Post : WCC, United Association celebrate 35 years of partnership; 3,500+ on campus for training weektags: Labor Union, United Association, UA Instructor Training Program
Enroll now for professional development, personal enrichment classes this Fall at WCC
Fran LeFort - August 07, 2024
Professional development and personal enrichment non-credit classes at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) this Fall offer something for almost everyone, from first-time homebuyers and small business owners who want to improve their bookkeeping skills to dance aficionados and people who want to learn about other languages and cultures.
View Post : Enroll now for professional development, personal enrichment classes this Fall at WCCtags: Student Success, 2024, Fast Track Job Training, enroll, Non-Credit
WCC hosts mini pitch art contest, semiconductor and EV activities for kids at Art Fair
WCC Public Relations - July 18, 2024
Washtenaw Community College will host a mini pitch competition for artists, lead hands-on semiconductor and EV activities for kids and showcase its musical talents at this weekend’s Ann Arbor Art Fair.
View Post : WCC hosts mini pitch art contest, semiconductor and EV activities for kids at Art Fairtags: EV, Pitch, Ann Arbor Art Fair, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Center, Semiconductor
Washtenaw Vet Fest '24 headed to WCC campus
Kayla Gahagan - July 10, 2024
The Washtenaw Vet Fest 2024 designed for veterans and their families will be hosted 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, August 3, at Washtenaw Community College (WCC).
View Post : Washtenaw Vet Fest '24 headed to WCC campustags: Wadhams Veterans Center, Vet Fest
Explore your WCC path to a dream career
Fran LeFort - July 02, 2024
WCC is hosting a Career Exploration Night on Tuesday, July 9 to introduce prospective students to career possibilities and more than 130 academic programs available at the college.
View Post : Explore your WCC path to a dream careertags: Student Success, Career Exploration Night, Center for Career Success
WCC launching improved Student Gateway
Rich Rezler - June 26, 2024
View Post : WCC launching improved Student Gatewaytags: Campus News, Student Gateway
Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27
Fran LeFort - June 20, 2024
Fifteen area middle school teachers will spend next week at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) immersed in semiconductors as part of the state’s commitment to making Michigan a leader in the semiconductor industry.
View Post : Middle school teachers immerse in hands-on semiconductor education at Washtenaw Community College June 24-27tags: Workforce Development, STEM Careers, 2024, Semiconductor, STEM, Semiconductor Industry
WCC welding student Mikala Sposito shooting for national title in Atlanta
Rich Rezler - June 18, 2024
Already firmly established as one of the best student welders in the state of Michigan, WCC's Mikala Sposito is now ready to take on the nation. And then … the world!
View Post : WCC welding student Mikala Sposito shooting for national title in Atlantatags: Welding and Fabrication, Skills USA, SkillsUSA, Welding
Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project empowers entrepreneurs
Fran LeFort - June 18, 2024
Washtenaw Community College announces the launch of the Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project aimed at fostering innovation and empowering local entrepreneurs.
View Post : Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project empowers entrepreneurs
WCC, UMCU partner to grant students access to Fast Track Job Training
Fran LeFort - June 17, 2024
Washtenaw Community College and the University of Michigan Credit Union have partnered to provide affordable financing options for students seeking non-credit Fast Track Job Training.
View Post : WCC, UMCU partner to grant students access to Fast Track Job Trainingtags: Partnership, Non-Credit, professional development, Fast Track Job Training
'Signing Day' for advanced manufacturing apprentices welcomes new WCC students, employers
Fran LeFort - June 12, 2024
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) continues to lead the state and grow its advanced manufacturing technician apprenticeship program, adding new employers and student apprentices for the upcoming academic year.
View Post : 'Signing Day' for advanced manufacturing apprentices welcomes new WCC students, employerstags: MI FAME, Student Success, Advanced Manufacturing, Apprenticeship Programs, Apprenticeships, FAME
Five trade unions to bring 6,100 members for skills training this summer
Fran LeFort - June 10, 2024
More than 6,100 members from five national and international trade unions will travel to Ann Arbor this summer to advance their skills and knowledge. Nearly 5,000 will train at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Five trade unions to bring 6,100 members for skills training this summertags: Ironworkers, Economic impact, UA Instructor Training Program, Roofers Union, United Association, Electrical Workers, OPCIMA
WCC recognized as Bee Campus USA for fifth consecutive year
Rich Rezler - June 07, 2024
Washtenaw Community College has been recognized as a Bee Campus USA affiliate of the Xerces Society for enhancing pollinator habitats, reducing pesticide use and educating the community.
View Post : WCC recognized as Bee Campus USA for fifth consecutive yeartags: Awards, Bee Campus USA, Sustainability
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 prosperitytags: On The Record, May 2024, Economic Outlook, Student Success, Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, Washtenaw County, President's Column
WCC earns national Military Friendly School designation
Fran LeFort - May 22, 2024
Washtenaw Community College has earned the national 2024-25 Military Friendly Schools designation for its support of nearly 500 veteran students and their families.
View Post : WCC earns national Military Friendly School designationtags: Student Veterans, Veterans, Veteran-Friendly School, Wadhams Veterans Center
Washtenaw Economic Club hosts MICHauto leader Glenn Stevens for mobility, EV presentation on May 23
Fran LeFort - May 14, 2024
The Washtenaw Economic Club will host “Big Picture 2024: Mobility and Electric Vehicle Transformations” featuring MICHauto executive director Glenn Stevens Jr.,on Thursday, May 23.
View Post : Washtenaw Economic Club hosts MICHauto leader Glenn Stevens for mobility, EV presentation on May 23
Parkridge Community Center Summer Camp offers hands-on STEM learning
Freeman Gregory - May 07, 2024
Registration is open for Parkridge Community Center’s month-long annual STEM Summer Camp.
View Post : Parkridge Community Center Summer Camp offers hands-on STEM learningtags: Parkridge Youth Program, Parkridge Community Center, Summer Camps
Winter 2024 High Honors and Honors Students
WCC - May 03, 2024
Congratulations to the following students for receiving high honors (3.8+) and honors (3.5-3.79) during the Winter 2024 semester at Washtenaw Community College.
View Post : Winter 2024 High Honors and Honors Studentstags: Student Recognition, High Honors, Honors, Winter 2024
WCC, Central State University sign transfer partnership during Washtenaw HBCU Day
Fran LeFort - May 03, 2024
Representatives from Central State University in Ohio today signed a partnership to officially join the HBCU Pathway program offered to Washtenaw Community College transfer students.
View Post : WCC, Central State University sign transfer partnership during Washtenaw HBCU Daytags: HBCU, Washtenaw HBCU Day, HBCU Pathway
What do you call someone who attended WCC? Account Manager, Controls Engineer, Site Administrator and more!
WCC Public Relations - May 02, 2024
When it comes to spreading the message about the many benefits of starting your higher ed journey at a community college, it’s safe to call alumnus Nick Avram one of WCC’s biggest advocates.
View Post : What do you call someone who attended WCC? Account Manager, Controls Engineer, Site Administrator and more!tags: 2024, Launch, Summer Launch 2024, Student Success
Student veterans prepare to continue lifetime of service
WCC Public Relations - May 01, 2024
Washtenaw Community College is proud to be named a gold-level veteran-friendly school by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. The Wadhams Veterans Center on the second floor of the college’s Student Center is a place where military veterans attending WCC can meet fellow veterans, receive academic advising or just hang out. It’s a great place to meet students with interesting stories, including Melanie Chen and Nathaniel Jaskierny.
View Post : Student veterans prepare to continue lifetime of servicetags: Student Success, Launch, 2024, Wadhams Veterans Center, Launch Summer 2024
Nursing graduates welcomed to profession at time-honored pinning ceremony
Fran LeFort - April 27, 2024
The 69-member graduating class of the WCC Nursing program was honored in front of family and friends at Towsley Auditorium on Friday.
View Post : Nursing graduates welcomed to profession at time-honored pinning ceremonytags: Graduation, Center of Excellence in Nursing Education, Pinning Ceremony, Student Success, Class of 2024, Nursing
Tuition for in-district students at WCC will remain frozen for next academic year
Fran LeFort - April 25, 2024
Tuition for in-district Washtenaw Community College students will remain unchanged for the next academic year, with modest increases for students in other categories.
View Post : Tuition for in-district students at WCC will remain frozen for next academic yeartags: Affordability, Tuition, 2024-2025 Academic Year, Accessibility, Board of Trustees