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Tidewater Community College will send a team of first and second-year students to the 2025 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, from June 22 to June 25. TCC has been a proud participant in the ASEE Annual Conference since 1999 and has earned second-place honors six times in past […] The post TCC Students Prepare for 2025 Engineering Robotics Competition in Canada appeared first on TCC.edu.

A team of ambitious Tidewater Community College (TCC) students is reaching for the stars—literally. Next month, they will send a student-designed experiment into space through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) prestigious RockSAT-C program, a hands-on workshop that empowers college students to develop and launch payloads aboard a rocket. The project is a collaborative […] The post TCC Students Set to Launch Payload into Space in June with NASA’s RockSAT-C Program appeared first on TCC.edu.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, TCC is encouraging students to take advantage of TimelyCare, a free virtual mental health service designed specifically for college and university students. TCC has partnered with TimelyCare since 2022. Currently trusted by more than 400 colleges and universities nationwide, TimelyCare combines clinical care with advanced technology and […] The post TCC Promotes Mental Health Awareness Month with Free Telehealth Services via TimelyCare appeared first on TCC.edu.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2025 Media Contact Bailey Deaver Campus Communicator, Public Relations & Marketing bdeaver@tcc.edu Office: 757-822-1602 Tidewater Community College and VBACAC Formalize Longstanding Partnership Virginia Beach Animal Care & Adoption Center Becomes Official Off-Site Classroom for TCC Vet Tech Program Virginia Beach, VA. (May 21, 2025) — Tidewater Community College (TCC) and the Virginia […] The post TCC and VBACAC Formalize Longstanding Partnership appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College’s Beazley School of Nursing celebrated its 59th Spring Pinning Ceremony on May 9, recognizing the Class of 2025 for their hard work and commitment to the nursing profession. Held at the Portsmouth Student Center, the event honored 23 nursing students who are nearing completion of their Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ASN) […] The post TCC’s 59th Nursing Pinning Celebrates Future Healthcare Leaders appeared first on TCC.edu.

When Chase Cornatzer graduated from Deep Creek High School in 2023, he wasn’t sure what his next step would be. Like many recent grads, he felt the pressure to have it all figured out, but admits that he wasn’t entirely sure what came next. Just two years later, Chase is graduating from Tidewater Community College […] The post From Uncertainty to Leadership: How TCC Helped Chase To Grow With Confidence  appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College (TCC) proudly welcomed 58 new members into the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society during an induction ceremony held on Wednesday, April 30, at the Virginia Beach Campus Student Center. This event marked an important milestone for students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential. Phi Theta Kappa is an […] The post TCC’s Phi Theta Kappa Ceremony Celebrates New Inductees appeared first on TCC.edu.

Nolyn Smith made the most of his college journey at Tidewater Community College (TCC), where he is set to graduate with an Associate of Science degree in Psychology on Monday. With plans to transfer to a four-year institution, Nolyn is focused, determined, and passionate about understanding people and helping others. A 2024 graduate of Manor […] The post A Driven Student Pursuing a Future in Psychiatry: Nolyn Smith appeared first on TCC.edu.

Jessica Melton didn’t plan on returning to college in her 30s, and she definitely didn’t expect to earn a degree in computer science. After more than a decade working in early childhood education, she made a major career shift that started with a single decision to enroll at Tidewater Community College. What followed was two […] The post From Self-Doubt to STEM Scholar: How TCC Empowered Jessica to Reimagine Her Future appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College’s tagline, “From here, go anywhere” perfectly reflects the journey of Eli Gray—a determined and resilient student whose time at TCC has transformed his life and future. This May, Eli will graduate with an Associates of Science, General Studies. In the fall, he will transfer to the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, […] The post From Here, Go Anywhere: 2025 Student Commencement Speaker Eli Gray appeared first on TCC.edu.

Virginia Talent and Opportunity Partnership (VTOP) celebrated its “Top Employers” event at Tidewater Community College’s Virginia Beach Campus Joint-Use Library on Wednesday morning, April 30. The program highlighted the value of internships and the strength of regional workforce development. The event brought together leaders in education, workforce development, and student interns to reflect the power […] The post VTOP “Top Employers” Honored with Formal Congratulations at Regional Event Showcasing Internship Impact  appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College is proud to celebrate a major achievement by one of its own: Carlos Carey, a standout student in the Mopar-CAP program at the Regional Automotive Center (RAC), who earned first place in the Automotive Service Technology category at the SkillsUSA Virginia State Conference, held April 4, 2025. Carlos will now go on to […] The post TCC’s Carlos Carey Wins First Place at SkillsUSA Virginia, Advances to Nationals in Atlanta   appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College (TCC) proudly celebrated the artistic achievements of its Visual Arts and Design Center (VADC) students with the 53rd Annual Student Art and Design Exhibition Reception on April 23rd, 2025. The reception honored the exhibition that has been on display since March 22, and showcased nearly 90 pieces of artwork from more than […] The post TCC Visual Arts and Design Center Hosts Celebration of Student Talent at 53rd Annual Art Exhibit’s Reception   appeared first on TCC.edu.

Tidewater Community College (TCC) held its annual Academic Excellence and Community Engagement Awards Ceremony on Thursday afternoon, April 24, in the Chesapeake Campus Student Center. Over 150 students were honored for their academic achievements and dedication at the event, with a special focus on those earning top grade point averages. Several students also received community […] The post TCC Celebrates Student Success at 2025 Academic Excellence and Community Engagement Awards Ceremony appeared first on TCC.edu.

More than 80 area employers will be represented at Tidewater Community College’s Career Fair on Tuesday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the student center on TCC’s Chesapeake Campus, located at 1428 Cedar Road.  The fair, sponsored by the college’s Career Services Center, will offer information on career positions, internships and part-time […] The post Find a great job at TCC’s college-wide Spring Career Fair appeared first on TCC.edu.