News

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.

“I enjoy working on this team, as everyone works together to get the job done.” — Penny Chase

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Aug 17, 2023
Penny Chase is TCC’s Wage Employee of the Year. As a trade technician on the Virginia Beach Campus, Chase is known for going the extra mile in her position. “Penny comes in every day and gets in her golf cart and does what is asked of her, plus more,” said Regina Simmons, custodial supervisor at […] The post “I enjoy working on this team, as everyone works together to get the job done.” — Penny Chase appeared first on TCC Today.

“One thing I always try to do is treat people fairly and work hard.” — Tommy Armstrong

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Aug 17, 2023
Thomas “Tommy” Armstrong was recognized by the college’s Classified Association for his innovative leadership as facilities manager for Trades Services on the Virginia Beach Campus. Armstrong’s department covers the physical maintenance of the campus, which includes 126 acres of land and 13 buildings. Armstrong and his team oversee the electrical, plumbing, HVAC and other system […] The post “One thing I always try to do is treat people fairly and work hard.” — Tommy Armstrong appeared first on TCC Today.

“I love showing students that art is all around us.” — Alison Napier

TCC
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Aug 17, 2023
Alison Napier is the recipient of the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award. She is an art historian recognized for her significant contributions to course development and her focus on student success.  Her passion for Art History comes from her curious nature and investigative spirit. “Art History is fascinating because you look at history, what’s happening in the […] The post “I love showing students that art is all around us.” — Alison Napier appeared first on TCC Today.

“It’s wonderful to see students grow in their knowledge of this emerging field.” — Judy Gill

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Aug 17, 2023
Judy Gill, director of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operations and associate professor of mathematics, was honored by the Faculty Senate with the Faculty Special Achievement award for her development of the Drone Pilot Program at TCC. Gill, who joined the college full-time in 2004 teaches UAS and developmental and college-level math. “I am honored to be recognized by my peers […] The post “It’s wonderful to see students grow in their knowledge of this emerging field.” — Judy Gill appeared first on TCC Today.

“TCC is more than a college. It’s a place that changes lives.” — Heather Boone

TCC
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Aug 17, 2023
Heather Boone is the Professor of the Year, chosen by the Faculty Senate. Professor Boone has taught Graphic Design at the college since 2008 and is being honored for her dedication to student success and engagement. Boone, a Virginia Beach resident, teaches typography, publication design, interaction design and systems design in online, in-person and hybrid formats. […] The post “TCC is more than a college. It’s a place that changes lives.” — Heather Boone appeared first on TCC Today.

TCC celebrates annual award winners

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Aug 17, 2023
Tidewater Community College recognizes five faculty and staff members from across the college with annual special awards on Aug. 17, 2023. Selected by their peers, the honorees received their awards at TCC’s 2023 Fall Convocation held at the college’s Chesapeake Campus. The post TCC celebrates annual award winners appeared first on TCC Today.

2023 Chancellor’s Retreat Keynote Speech

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Aug 8, 2023
This keynote speech was presented by Dr. David Doré at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at the opening of the Chancellor’s Retreat held in Roanoke, Virgina. A video of  […] The post 2023 Chancellor’s Retreat Keynote Speech appeared first on VCCS.

Camp Community College set to expand its Nursing & Allied Health programs with new building

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Aug 3, 2023
Camp Community College is poised to expand its Nursing & Allied Health offerings with a new facility in Franklin. The college’s Real Estate Foundation purchased the former Tidewater News building in May with the help of partners Obici Healthcare Foundation and Hampton Roads Community Foundation. The next step in the process is to renovate the building to make it a state-of-the-art learning center. On Wednesday, August 2, the Sentara Foundation presented a check to the PDCCC Real Estate Foundation for $450,000 toward renovation of the building. Accepting the check were Dr.

Coastal Virginia Developers donates property in Suffolk for Camp Community College’s Workforce Trades and Innovation Center

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Aug 3, 2023
Coastal Virginia Developers, a real estate development company headquartered in Portsmouth, VA, donated a property on Carolina Road in Suffolk to Camp Community College Real Estate Foundation, which will become the college’s Workforce Trades and Innovation Center. The 10,000-square foot building will provide training for industry credentials for in-demand jobs. Programs at the new facility will include maritime trades and other infrastructure and skilled trades related programs. A ceremony was held at City of Suffolk Council Chambers on Wednesday, August 2.

First Time in Five Years Virginia’s Community Colleges Increase Tuition – Tuition Rate Decision Delayed Since May Due to Lack of State Budget

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Jul 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 20, 2023 Media Contact: Susan Pollard, Asst. Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications Virginia’s Community Colleges spollard@vccs.edu 804-819-4949 First Time in Five Years Virginia’s Community Colleges Increase […] The post First Time in Five Years Virginia’s Community Colleges Increase Tuition – Tuition Rate Decision Delayed Since May Due to Lack of State Budget appeared first on VCCS.

Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System Statement on the passing of founding chancellor Dana B. Hamel

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Jun 25, 2023
Editor’s note:  More than one hundred of Dana Hamel’s friends, colleagues and admirers attended a public memorial observance his honor on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the Virginia War Memorial.  […] The post Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System Statement on the passing of founding chancellor Dana B. Hamel appeared first on VCCS.

Camp Community College 2023 Summer Schedule

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May 22, 2023
Beginning Friday, May 19, 2023 and ending Thursday, August 3, 2023, Paul D. Camp Community College will observe a summer operations schedule of 4½ days per week. The 4½ day work schedule will consist of four 8.75 hour days (8 hours, 45 minutes) Monday through Thursday and five (5) hours on Fridays. Full-time employees must work a 40 hour per week schedule. Employee schedules are set at the discretion of the supervisor. Supervisors may approve alternate work schedules.

State Board for Community Colleges to Consider 2023-24 Tuition and Fees at May Meeting

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Apr 10, 2023
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that it will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for Virginia’s Community Colleges, effective fall 2023, at 9 a.m. on May 18, 2023, at the Virginia Community College System, System Office, 300 Arboretum Place, Richmond, VA 23236. The State Board will consider mandatory tuition and fee increases of between 0 percent and 4.7 percent for all undergraduate students, subject to budget provisions of the 2023 General Assembly.

Camp Community College to hold former Smithfield High School history event March 16

PDC
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Feb 21, 2023
Camp Community College is sponsoring a memory collection event to celebrate the rich history of the former Smithfield High School at 235 James Street. Come bring your memories, artifacts, and memorabilia to share and be a part of Isle of Wight County’s living history! The event is scheduled for March 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Camp’s Smithfield Center, 235 James Street in Smithfield. There will be discussion and refreshments.

Spring Scholarship application opens February 13

PDC
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Feb 9, 2023
Thinking ahead to the 2023 Fall Semester, the online scholarship application for Camp Community College will open February 13. The deadline to apply for Fall 2023 scholarships is April 28. Camp has scholarships for high school seniors entering college in the fall, current Camp students, and new students. The application is at the Camp Community College website - https://www.pdc.edu/attend/paying-for-college/scholarships/. For those thinking about applying for the fall semester, scholarships are a good way to reduce the cost of attending college.

Camp set to launch NJCAA men’s and women’s basketball programs; teams will compete in Suffolk

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Feb 9, 2023
Camp Community College has launched a National Junior College Athletic Association men’s basketball program with the hiring of head coach Franklin Chatman. The team will begin competition in the Fall of 2023 in Suffolk. The college is also pursuing a head coach for a women’s basketball program. Coach Chatman, who played college basketball at Virginia State University, has 20 years of coaching experience and player development and over 120 college victories at American National University, Stratford University, and Newport News Apprentice School.