Category Archives: Education

Register Now for WCC’s Spring 2026 Semester

Register Now for WCC’s Spring 2026 Semester

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Registration is now open for Wayne Community College’s spring 2026 college credit classes.New and current students can sign up for the spring semester on WCC’s website or on the College’s campus at 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive in Goldsboro. Spring classes begin Jan. 8. Over 600 courses will be held in the spring. WCC’s classes…read more »

STEM East Network Grant Funds New Activities at WCC’s Senior Night

STEM East Network Grant Funds New Activities at WCC’s Senior Night

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A new element at Wayne Community College’s annual Senior Night showed students how their education can translate to a successful career. Senior Night allows high school seniors to explore what WCC can offer them. They browse academic programs, receive assistance with the application process, and learn about resources like financial aid. This…read more »

Partnership for Children of Wayne County Celebrates Impact at Annual Meeting

Partnership for Children of Wayne County Celebrates Impact at Annual Meeting

Local Organization Honors Staff, Community Champions While Addressing Early Childhood Education Challenges WAYNE COUNTY, NC – The Partnership for Children of Wayne County held its annual meeting on Thursday, October 30, recognizing dedicated employees and community partners while highlighting the critical importance of early childhood education and care in the community. Long-Time Employees Honored for…read more »

WCC’s Operations Management Program Prepares Ennis for Career Success

WCC’s Operations Management Program Prepares Ennis for Career Success

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Samuel Ennis is on the fast track to career success thanks to Wayne Community College’s Operations Management program. With a job already secured before his graduation next spring, he feels prepared to do well in the industry. Ennis first attended WCC in 2009 before joining the United States Army. After his service…read more »

Four North Carolina Schools Earn Inaugural State Blue Ribbon Honors for Excellence

Four North Carolina Schools Earn Inaugural State Blue Ribbon Honors for Excellence

NORTH CAROLINA -– The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) today announced four public schools as the first recipients of the state’s newly established Blue Ribbon Schools Award, honoring schools that demonstrate exceptional academic performance and progress in closing achievement gaps. Celebrating Academic Excellence Across the State The North Carolina Blue Ribbon Schools program…read more »

212 North Carolina Schools Approved for Federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

212 North Carolina Schools Approved for Federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

All Applicants Selected for 2025-26 School Year Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina State Board of Education has approved 212 elementary schools across the state to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-26 school year. In a notable achievement, every North Carolina school that submitted an application was selected…read more »

Two WCC Students Present at NC Honors Conference

Two WCC Students Present at NC Honors Conference

Fadah and Alviso-Bustos Share Service Learning Project on Reading Literacy GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Two Wayne Community College students recently represented their institution at the 2025 North Carolina Honors Association (NCHA) Conference at Queens University of Charlotte, marking a significant milestone for the college’s Honors Program. Abdulla Fadah and Alexis Alviso-Bustos, both pursuing Associate in Arts…read more »

Wayne Community College Named Among Top 200 U.S. Community Colleges for 2027 Aspen Prize

Wayne Community College Named Among Top 200 U.S. Community Colleges for 2027 Aspen Prize

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College has been recognized by The Aspen Institute as one of 200 institutions eligible to compete for the prestigious $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, marking the fourth consecutive cycle the college has achieved this distinction. Selection Based on Student Success Metrics The 200 eligible colleges were selected…read more »

Wayne Community College Breaks Ground on Major Expansion Project

Wayne Community College Breaks Ground on Major Expansion Project

Pine Building Renovation to Support Growth in Allied Health and Nursing Programs GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College (WCC) celebrated a major milestone this week as it officially broke ground on its newest capital construction project — a significant renovation and expansion of the Pine Building that will enhance the College’s Allied Health and Nursing…read more »

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