WCC News Story Archive

Graduate Profiles: Meet the WCC Class of 2026

Rich Rezler - May 13, 2026

The paths to graduation looked very different for Washtenaw Community College students, but together their stories reflect the wide range of programs, experiences and opportunities that shape the Class of 2026.

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tags: Graduation, Class of 2026, Alumni Profile, Student Success, Commencement

Vet Fest 2025

Washtenaw County Vet Fest '26 comes to WCC campus on August 1

WCC Public Relations - May 06, 2026

All military veterans and their families are invited for a day of free food, fun and information at Washtenaw Vet Fest 2026 on Saturday, August 1.

View Post :   Washtenaw County Vet Fest '26 comes to WCC campus on August 1

tags: Campus Events, Vet Fest, Veterans, Wadhams Veterans Center

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Graduates of WCC nursing program celebrated at pinning ceremony

Rich Rezler - May 05, 2026

Family and friends filled Towsley Auditorium on the Washtenaw Community College campus to celebrate the 67-member Winter graduating cohort of the WCC Nursing program on Monday, May 4.

View Post :   Graduates of WCC nursing program celebrated at pinning ceremony

tags: Nursing, Class of 2026, Pinning Ceremony, Graduation

Alyshia Dyer keynote address

WCC celebrates Corrections Academy graduates

Rich Rezler - May 02, 2026

The Washtenaw Community College Public Service Training department honored its 16-member Spring Class of 2026 with a graduation ceremony on Friday, May 1.

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tags: Correctons Academy, Public Service Training, Class of 2026, Graduation

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Two WCC video students claim statewide production awards

Rich Rezler - April 30, 2026

Jake Wilkins and Faith Pearson took top honors at the Michigan chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' Student Production Awards.

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tags: Awards, Student Success, Digital Video Production, Student Production Awards

VW Thing

WCC students converting 1974 Volkswagen into electric vehicle

Fran LeFort - April 27, 2026

Students in Washtenaw Community College’s Transportation Technologies programs are bringing a 1974 Volkswagen Thing into the electric age by converting the vintage vehicle into a fully electric car as part of a hands-on learning project.

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tags: Advanced Transportation Center, Transportation Technologies, Automotive Refinishing, Auto Body, Automotive Services, Electric Vehicles

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WCC Foundation Women's Council honoring three community leaders

WCC Public Relations - April 27, 2026

A trio of dedicated community leaders are among the women to be honored at the 29th annual WCC Foundation Women’s Council Celebration Luncheon.

View Post :   WCC Foundation Women's Council honoring three community leaders

tags: Student Impact Fund, Sheroes, WCC Foundation, Women's Council

Dr. Gabriel Ehrlich

Washtenaw County economy forecast: Continued, measured growth through 2028

Fran LeFort - April 24, 2026

Washtenaw County’s economy is forecast to see continued, measured growth through 2028, even as risks persist, according to a new report presented today at Washtenaw Community College.

View Post :   Washtenaw County economy forecast: Continued, measured growth through 2028

tags: President's Leadership Recognition Luncheon, Economic Outlook, Washtenaw Economic Club, Washtenaw County

60th anniversary

60 years of keeping up the good work

Rich Rezler - April 21, 2026

For 60 years, taxpayer investment in Washtenaw Community College has strengthened our workforce, fueled our economy and expanded opportunity across our community.

View Post :   60 years of keeping up the good work

tags: May 2026, 60th Anniversary, On The Record

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca

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

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - April 21, 2026

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

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

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

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