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From working poor to working for himself: How Roanoke-Chowan Community College transformed one life
Andre Lassiter sat in a conference room in Myrtle Beach, fighting back tears. His whole world, as he reflected in that moment, had seemed tied to the housing authority where he grew up.…
Johnston Community College invests in biotechnology, connects students to high-paying jobs
Juan Galindo first learned about Johnston Community College’s (JCC) BioWork certificate program during a conversation with his bank teller. Her son, in his mid-thirties, wanted to change careers, the teller told Galindo.…
Perspective | Our communities need health care workers; community colleges have a key role to play
Educational institutions serve as a vital pipeline that feed much-needed talent into our health care system. That system is made up of a vital and complex network of individuals who safeguard the overall health and wellness of a community.…
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Don Phipps of Caldwell County is the 2023 Superintendent of the Year
My favorite thing about Don Phipps is that he teaches early child AND teacher prep AND child guidance at CCCC&TI! He invests his time and leadership in the teacher pipeline.... Read the rest
