WCC News Story Archive

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'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, employers

tags: MI FAME, FAME, Apprenticeships, Advanced Manufacturing, Apprenticeship Programs, Student Success

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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 summer

tags: OPCIMA, United Association, Roofers Union, Economic impact, Ironworkers, Electrical Workers, UA Instructor Training Program

Bee Campus USA

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 year

tags: Bee Campus USA, Awards, Sustainability

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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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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 designation

tags: Veterans, Veteran-Friendly School, Student Veterans, Wadhams Veterans Center

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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

tags: Electric Vehicles, Mobility, Washtenaw Economic Club

Parkridge summer campers in 2023

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 learning

tags: Parkridge Community Center, Parkridge Youth Program, Summer Camps

High Honors and Honors

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 Students

tags: High Honors, Student Recognition, Winter 2024, Honors

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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 Day

tags: HBCU, Washtenaw HBCU Day, HBCU Pathway

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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: Launch, 2024, Student Success, Summer Launch 2024

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