GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College will open its doors to area high school seniors next month for an informational event designed to showcase academic pathways and career opportunities available at the institution. The college’s annual Senior Night is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Wayne Learning Center, the…… read more »
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Wayne Community College to Host Senior Night with STEM Focus
Wayne Community College Joins NC State’s Wolfpack Connect Guaranteed Admission Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has announced its participation in North Carolina State University’s Wolfpack Connect partnership, offering students a guaranteed pathway to one of the state’s flagship universities. The program provides guaranteed admission to NC State for qualifying students at participating North Carolina Community College System institutions, including WCC. Students who complete an…… read more »
Wayne Community College Student Finds Career Path in Risk Management and Insurance
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Brianny Gillis discovered her professional calling in an industry often overlooked by prospective students: risk management and insurance. What began as curiosity about a broad field has evolved into a focused pursuit, with Wayne Community College’s specialized program serving as her foundation. Gillis enrolled in WCC’s Risk Management and Insurance program seeking…… read more »
WCC’s Guzmán Appointed to Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Esteban Guzmán, director of Wayne Community College’s Small Business Center, has been appointed by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein to serve on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs, joining 29 other members for a two-year term. The council members will meet quarterly to explore topics affecting North Carolina’s Hispanic and Latino…… read more »
Wayne Community College Honors 128 Students for Academic Excellence in Summer 2025
Local Students Earn President’s and Dean’s List Recognition GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has recognized 128 students for outstanding academic performance during the summer 2025 semester, announcing its President’s and Dean’s lists this week. The honorees represent communities across eastern North Carolina and beyond, demonstrating excellence across a diverse range of academic programs from…… read more »
Wayne County Reentry Council to Host Employment Summit for Justice-Involved Individuals
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College will host a comprehensive Reentry Employment and Training Summit on October 29, offering justice-involved individuals a pathway back into the workforce through skills training, employer connections, and professional development resources. The event, organized by the Wayne County Reentry Council with WCC serving as the intermediary agency, aims to bridge…… read more »
Air Force Veteran Pursues Lifelong Passion through WCC’s Agriculture Programs
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – For Devante Mason, agriculture isn’t just a career path—it’s a return to his roots. The Air Force veteran, who grew up on his grandfather’s 100-acre farm in South Carolina, is now channeling his lifelong passion into formal education at Wayne Community College, where he’s pursuing dual degrees in Sustainable Agriculture and Agribusiness…… read more »
Wayne Community College to Host Leadership Author Tim Whitman
Free public event features S.H.A.R.P. Leadership Framework presentation GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College will welcome Tim Whitman, founder of Pro 27 Leadership and author of Welcome to Purpose, for a special leadership event later this month. The “Lead with a Purpose” presentation will take place Thursday, October 23, at 7 p.m. in Moffatt Auditorium,…… read more »
Charles B. Aycock High School Wins 36th Annual Wayne County Fair Math Competition
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Charles B. Aycock High School claimed top honors at the 36th annual Wayne County Fair High School Math Competition, sponsored by Wayne Community College’s Mathematics Department. Students Josslyn Snyder and Cooper Martin from Charles B. Aycock emerged as overall champions after winning Division I and defeating the Division II winners in the…… read more »
WCC Practical Nursing Class Achieves 100% Pass Rate for Third Consecutive Year
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Practical Nursing graduating class of 2025 has achieved a 100% first-attempt pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN), marking the third consecutive year the program has maintained a perfect record. The achievement represents a significant milestone for the college’s nursing program, with all graduates…… read more »
