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Spotlighted below is the latest from CCWC.

 

Also check out the following latest news from CCWC's three partner colleges of Paul D. Camp Community College, Thomas Nelson Community College (becoming Virginia Peninsula Community College), and Tidewater Community College, as well as the Virginia Community College System.

Dr. Van Wilson appointed Interim President of Germanna Community College

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Apr 30, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Susan Pollard Assistant Vice Chancellor Strategic Communications spollard@vccs.edu 4.30.25 Richmond, VA  – Dr. David Doré, Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), announced today that he has […] The post Dr. Van Wilson appointed Interim President of Germanna Community College appeared first on VCCS.

TCC’s Carlos Carey Wins First Place at SkillsUSA Virginia, Advances to Nationals in Atlanta  

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Apr 30, 2025
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.

TCC Visual Arts and Design Center Hosts Celebration of Student Talent at 53rd Annual Art Exhibit’s Reception  

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Apr 30, 2025
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.

TCC Celebrates Student Success at 2025 Academic Excellence and Community Engagement Awards Ceremony

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Apr 28, 2025
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.

Find a great job at TCC’s college-wide Spring Career Fair

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Apr 25, 2025
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.

Finalists Certified for Danville Community College Presidency

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Apr 23, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Susan Pollard Asst. Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications spollard@vccs.edu 4.23.25   (RICHMOND) – The State Board for Community Colleges has certified three finalists for the position of president […] The post Finalists Certified for Danville Community College Presidency appeared first on VCCS.

TCC Horticulture Students Get Their Hands Dirty in Real-World Conservation Planting Project with Lynnhaven River NOW

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Apr 22, 2025
Students in Tidewater Community College’s Introduction to Horticulture class recently got the unique opportunity to bring their learning to life outside the classroom by participating in a local planting project, thanks to a partnership with Lynnhaven River NOW.  Students rolled up their sleeves and got their hands dirty conducting a native planting conservation project that […] The post TCC Horticulture Students Get Their Hands Dirty in Real-World Conservation Planting Project with Lynnhaven River NOW appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC’s Regional Automotive Center Hosts Spring Open House, Showcasing Industry Partnerships and Career Pathways

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Apr 21, 2025
Tidewater Community College’s (TCC) Regional Automotive Center (RAC) hosted its Spring Open House on Thursday, April 10, welcoming prospective students, families, and local industry leaders to explore its cutting-edge automotive training programs and facilities, and to learn more about the innovative programs that they offer.  The event offered prospective students a hands-on look at what […] The post TCC’s Regional Automotive Center Hosts Spring Open House, Showcasing Industry Partnerships and Career Pathways appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Chorus Uses Music to Take a Stand: Spring Concert to Feature Powerful, Contemporary Works

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Apr 17, 2025
The Tidewater Community College (TCC) Chorus is presenting its spring concert, “Taking a Stand: Powerful Music of Our Time,” on Tuesday, April 22 at 7 p.m., at First Lutheran Church, 1301 Colley Avenue in Norfolk. The event is free and open to the public and will feature a special guest performance by the Deep Creek […] The post TCC Chorus Uses Music to Take a Stand: Spring Concert to Feature Powerful, Contemporary Works appeared first on TCC.edu.

State Board for Community Colleges to consider 2025-26 Tuition and Fees at meeting on May 22, 2025

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Apr 16, 2025
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that at its regular business meeting on May 22, 2025, it will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for Virginia’s Community Colleges, effective fall semester 2025.  The May 22 meeting will occur at 9 a.m. at the […] The post State Board for Community Colleges to consider 2025-26 Tuition and Fees at meeting on May 22, 2025 appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Pep Rally Sparks School Spirit and Anticipation for Return of Sports

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Apr 15, 2025
Tidewater Community College energized its campus community with a spirited pep rally on Thursday, April 10, in the Portsmouth Campus Student Center.  Students, staff, faculty, administrators, and families came together to celebrate student involvement and build momentum for the return of TCC athletics. The event, part of the college’s ongoing efforts to boost school spirit. Featured […] The post TCC Pep Rally Sparks School Spirit and Anticipation for Return of Sports appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Horticulture Department Hosts Annual Spring Plant Sale to Support Student Learning and Community Gardening

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Apr 14, 2025
The Tidewater Community College (TCC) Horticulture Department is gearing up for its much-anticipated Annual Spring Plant Sale, a beloved tradition for the local community and a crucial fundraiser for the department’s program. This year’s sale will take place Wednesday and Thursday, April 23–24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chesapeake Campus Greenhouses, […] The post TCC Horticulture Department Hosts Annual Spring Plant Sale to Support Student Learning and Community Gardening appeared first on TCC.edu.

State Board for Community Colleges to consider 2025-26 Tuition and Fees at meeting on May 22, 2025

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Apr 14, 2025
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that at its regular business meeting on May 22, 2025, it will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for Virginia’s Community Colleges, effective fall semester 2025. The May 22 meeting will occur at 9 a.m. at the Virginia Community College System, System Office, 300 Arboretum Place, Richmond, VA 23236. For in-state students, the State Board will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases of between $4.75/credit hour and $8.00/credit hour.

Dr. Andrea Palmisano honored with VCCS Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence

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Apr 14, 2025
Dr. Andrea Palmisano of Tidewater Community College was recently honored with the 2025 Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence by the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). The award was presented on Wednesday, April 2, at the New Horizons Conference held at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center. Palmisano received praise for her dedication to student-centered learning, academic […] The post Dr. Andrea Palmisano honored with VCCS Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC’s Coding Competition: Teams Showcase Skill and Collaboration

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Apr 9, 2025
Tidewater Community College held a Coding Competition on Saturday, March 29, in the Virginia Beach Campus’s Advanced Technology Center. TCC’s Business, Computer Science & IT Pathway sponsored the competition which brought together 18 students from a pool of 28 registrants. With six teams of three students each, the competition tested their skills in solving complex […] The post TCC’s Coding Competition: Teams Showcase Skill and Collaboration appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Hosts 2025 Literary Festival with Special Guests Tim Seibles and Chris Brydge

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Apr 7, 2025
As part of its Annual Literary Festival, TCC partnered with The Muse Writers Center to host an unforgettable evening of poetry and music on Wednesday April 2, at TCC’s Visual Arts and Design Center. The event, which celebrated both National Poetry Month and National Literature Month, featured a unique collaboration between former Virginia Poet Laureate […] The post TCC Hosts 2025 Literary Festival with Special Guests Tim Seibles and Chris Brydge appeared first on TCC.edu.

Exploring the Universe: TCC’s Virginia Beach Campus Planetarium Entertains and Educates

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Apr 3, 2025
Tidewater Community College’s Virginia Beach campus has a hidden gem: a state-of-the-art Digistar 5 laser projector planetarium with 4k resolution.  In 2008, the planetarium opened in the Science building, featuring 88 seats and an all-sky image. TCC collaborates with the company Evans and Sutherland, which makes shows for the planetarium, usually one new show a year […] The post Exploring the Universe: TCC’s Virginia Beach Campus Planetarium Entertains and Educates appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Celebrates Workforce Solutions 2025 Spring Graduates

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Apr 2, 2025
Family, friends, students, faculty, and members of the TCC community came together at Chartway Arena on Tuesday, April 1, for the Workforce Solutions 2025 Spring Graduation to celebrate the graduating class, honor their hard work, and recognize their distinguished achievements.   TCC’s Center for Workforce Solutions is the region’s most comprehensive resource for businesses and individuals […] The post TCC Celebrates Workforce Solutions 2025 Spring Graduates appeared first on TCC.edu.

TCC Theater Prepares To Debut “Cry of the Peacock”

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Apr 2, 2025
Tidewater Community College (TCC) Theater is only one week away from debuting the powerful and emotionally charged drama Cry of the Peacock on April 10-12, at the TCC Black Box Theater on the Chesapeake Campus. Written by Billy W. Boone II, the play shines a light on the sensitive and often overlooked issue of child abuse, just […] The post TCC Theater Prepares To Debut “Cry of the Peacock” appeared first on TCC.edu.