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1960-1962
Community studies reveal need for a community college in Washtenaw County
January 1965
Voters approve formation of the college
August 1965
Dr. David Ponitz becomes WCC’s first president
September 1966
First semester begins at Willow Run temporary campus
December 1966
The first issue of the student newspaper The Voice is published
July 1967
Carpenter Road facilities are purchased for automotive classes
September 1967
First graduating class consists of 12 Inhalation Therapy certificate students
June 1968
First commencement ceremony held
September 1968
WCC Children’s Center opens