GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has been designated as an authorized Haas certification center following the successful completion of operator certification training by Computer-Integrated Machining instructors Bailee Gilbert and David Meek. The designation enables WCC to administer certification exams for the Haas CNC Certification Program, which allows manufacturing professionals to earn credentials recognizing their…… read more »
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Wayne Community College Becomes Authorized Haas Certification Center
Wayne Community College to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community-wide event featuring cultural performances, educational displays, and local organization participation on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free public event will take place in the Dr. G. Herman Porter Atrium inside the Wayne Learning Center, the college’s…… read more »
WCC Graduate Returns to Campus as Admissions Specialist
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – In a story that exemplifies the full-circle nature of educational success, Ligia Ovalle Garcia has returned to Wayne Community College just one month after graduation, but this time as an employee rather than a student. Ovalle graduated in May 2025 with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Office Management and began…… read more »
Gene Haas Foundation Awards $19,500 Grant to Wayne Community College Machining Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College’s Computer-Integrated Machining program has received a substantial boost with a $19,500 donation from the Gene Haas Foundation, providing critical support for students pursuing careers in manufacturing technology. The donation will be strategically divided to maximize its impact on both students and faculty. The bulk of the funds—$18,000—will go directly…… read more »
Wayne Community College Foundation Launches Fall Arts and Humanities Lecture Series
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Foundation of Wayne Community College will present its biannual Arts and Humanities series this fall, featuring five diverse programs designed to engage the local community in educational and cultural experiences. All events will take place at 5:30 p.m. in Moffatt Auditorium, located in the Wayne Learning Center on the college’s main…… read more »
Wayne Community College Instructor Addresses Language Equity at International Conference in England
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A Wayne Community College Spanish instructor recently brought her research on language education equity to an international stage, presenting at a prestigious conference in Manchester, England. Hakima Harris, who teaches Spanish at WCC, delivered a presentation at the inaugural International Conference on Globalization in Languages, Education, Culture, and Communication. The conference drew…… read more »
Wayne Community College Opens State-of-the-Art Industrial Technology Center
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College officially opened its new Center for Industrial Technology and Engineering (CITE) on Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by more than 100 community leaders, donors, employees, and students. The 42,000-square-foot facility, now the second-largest building on WCC’s campus, represents a significant investment in technical education and workforce development for…… read more »
Wayne Community College Expands AI Degree Program to Nash Community College Through New Partnership
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College has signed its fourth Instructional Service Agreement to expand access to its groundbreaking artificial intelligence curriculum, announcing a new partnership that will allow Nash Community College students to earn an Associate in Applied Science – Artificial Intelligence Engineer degree. Under the agreement, Nash Community College students will be able…… read more »
Nissan Donates Three Vehicles to Wayne Community College Automotive Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Nissan Motor Corporation has made a significant contribution to automotive education in North Carolina by donating three late-model vehicles to Wayne Community College’s Automotive Systems Technology program. The donation includes a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, 2022 Infiniti QX60, and 2023 Nissan Ariya SUV—marking the first fully electric vehicle donated to the college. These…… read more »
Wayne Community College Dental Assisting Class Achieves Perfect Pass Rate on National Board Exam
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Dental Assisting program has reached a significant milestone, with its entire 2025 graduating class achieving a 100% pass rate on the Dental Assisting National Board exam. All 18 students who completed the program in July successfully passed the certification exam on their first attempt, demonstrating exceptional preparation and dedication…… read more »
