On The Record: WCC Foundation

Carlos Vasquez began taking WCC classes and studying during the day while continuing to work as a full-time custodian on the midnight shift at Michigan Medicine’s University Hospital, catching a brief nap in his car before his morning classes.

WCC graduate rises from custodian to RN at University Hospital

Anita LeBlanc - October 01, 2019

It’s the same place, but a changed man working at Michigan Medicine’s University Hospital. In the rooms where he was once responsible for cleaning, polishing, vacuuming and mopping, Carlos Vasquez now cares for patients, performs diagnostic tests, administers medications, and provides emotional support to patients and their families.

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Irene Hasseberg Butter (right), a Holocaust survivor and Professor Emerita of Public Health at the University of Michigan, provided the keynote address for the event.

WCC Foundation Women's Council honors three community leaders

Richard Rezler - May 15, 2019

The Washtenaw Community College Foundation’s Women’s Council honored three women for their contributions to the community at its annual Salute to Women’s Leadership luncheon today.

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WCC Foundation board names new president, four new members

Richard Rezler - July 02, 2018

The Washtenaw Community College Foundation recently announced a new Chairman of its Board of Directors and the addition of four new board members.

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Jamie Buhr, chairman of the WCC Foundation Board. | Photo by Lon Horwedel

Local philanthropists to match 'Class of 2018' gifts to Student Emergency Fund

Washtenaw Community College - June 13, 2018

WCC Foundation Board of Directors chairman Jamie Buhr asked the recent graduates to first consider making a difference for current and future students at the college.

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Elaine Rumman talks about pursuing an education at the WCC Foundation Women’s Council Luncheon on May 24. | Photo by Kelly Gampel

WCC Foundation honors 3 community leaders at Women's Council luncheon

Washtenaw Community College - June 13, 2018

The Washtenaw Community College Foundation’s Women’s Council honored three local women at its annual Salute to Women’s Leadership luncheon today.

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tags: WCC Foundation, June 2018, On The Record, Women's Council, ousearch_News_On The Record

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WCC Foundation honors 3 community leaders at Women's Council luncheon

Richard Rezler - May 24, 2018

The Washtenaw Community College Foundation’s Women’s Council honored three local women at its annual Salute to Women’s Leadership luncheon today.

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tags: 2018, ousearch_News_2018, WCC Foundation, Women's Council

Jamie Buhr, chairman of the WCC Foundation Board.

Local philanthropists to match 'Class of 2018' gifts to Student Emergency Fund

Richard Rezler - May 23, 2018

WCC Foundation Board of Directors chairman Jamie Buhr asked the recent graduates to first consider making a difference for current and future students at the college.

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tags: WCC Foundation, Commencement, 2018, Student Emergency Fund, Graduation, ousearch_News_2018, Jamie Buhr

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