WCC News Story Archive

Summer skilled trades training returns to WCC

Fran LeFort - July 16, 2021

More than 600 skilled trades union workers will participate in national training programs on the WCC campus over the next two weeks as hands-on instruction resumes following the pandemic.

tags: Skilled Trades, August 2021, On The Record, Roofers Union, Union

WCC faculty member honored for development of engaging, innovative online course

Rich Rezler - July 13, 2021

For the second consecutive year, WCC faculty member Doug Waters has been honored for developing an engaging and innovative online course that represents the best in technology and learning.

tags: Online Learning, Awards, Business, August 2021, On The Record, Business and Computer Technologies, Faculty Profile

$1.4M grant to WCC supports student success through new Alpha Scholars program

Fran LeFort - July 13, 2021

WCC has received a $1.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to support incoming freshmen in completing their associate degrees and reaching their academic and career goals. The new Alpha Scholars program offers opportunities to connect students with the college's rich support services and exceptional teaching, as well as with peers who share career goals and common interests.

tags: Alpha Scholars, Grants, On The Record, Student Success, August 2021

Exercise is Medicine: WCC honored for promoting physical activity

Rich Rezler - July 12, 2021

WCC is one of 153 colleges and universities around the world recently honored by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise is Medicine initiative for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on campus.

tags: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), On The Record, Marvin Boluyt, August 2021, Exercise

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Radiography program earns 8-year continuing accreditation

Rich Rezler - July 02, 2021

The Radiography program at WCC has earned full continuing accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) ensuring it meets or exceeds national quality standards.

tags: On The Record, August 2021, Accreditation, Radiography

WCC graduate on way to becoming 'Dr. D: Forensic Pathologist'

Rich Rezler - June 30, 2021

Alicia Dusseau's career path was established when she was a middle school student hooked on the reality television show "Dr. G: Medical Examiner."

tags: Student Success, On The Record, Class of 2021, ousearch_News_2021, August 2021

WCC's new accelerated business degree provides a quick career boost

Rich Rezler - June 25, 2021

Max Mercer loves his current job as a commissioning engineer, but believes WCC's new Accelerated Associate in Business Degree will help him advance in the industry.

tags: Accelerated Programs, Accelerated Business, Business and Computer Technologies, August 2021, On The Record, ousearch_News_2021

WCC furthers sustainability goals with DTE Energy's MIGreenPower program

Fran LeFort - June 23, 2021

The first community college to enroll in the voluntary renewable energy program, WCC has committed to sourcing 100% of its electric power needs through clean energy by 2029.

tags: DTE Energy, Sustainability, ousearch_News_2021, August 2021, On The Record, MIGreenPower

WCC joins White House's COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge

Rich Rezler - June 18, 2021

Joining higher education institutions from across the nation, Washtenaw Community College is participating in the COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge, a joint initiative of the White House and U.S. Department of Education to help end the pandemic.

tags: ousearch_News_2021, community involvement