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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.

TCC celebrates the 25th anniversary of Shakespeare in the Grove with “The Tempest”

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May 31, 2022
Tidewater Community College Theatre celebrates its 25th season of Shakespeare in the Grove with a magical and mesmerizing presentation of “The Tempest.” The free public performances will be held June 22-26, starting at 8 p.m., weather permitting. For those in the Deaf community who would like to enjoy the show, American Sign Language interpreters will […] The post TCC celebrates the 25th anniversary of Shakespeare in the Grove with “The Tempest” appeared first on TCC Today.

State Board for Community Colleges may consider 2022-23 tuition and fees at July meeting

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May 31, 2022
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that it may consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for Virginia’s Community Colleges, effective fall 2022, at 9 a.m. on July 21, 2022, at the Virginia Community College System, System Office, 300 Arboretum Place, Richmond, VA […] The post State Board for Community Colleges may consider 2022-23 tuition and fees at July meeting appeared first on TCC Today.

College Board's Special Called Meeting June 15

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May 31, 2022
Thomas Nelson Community College’s Local Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 on the Hampton campus at the Peninsula Workforce Development Center, 600 Butler Farm Rd. Convening in rooms 1301-1303, the Board will discuss College business. The Board will enter into closed session in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to discuss personnel matters in accordance with Section 2.2-3711(A)(11) of the Code of Virginia.

State Board for Community Colleges may Consider increasing 2022-23 Tuition and Fees at July Meeting

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May 26, 2022
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that it may consider tuition and mandatory fee increases for Virginia’s Community Colleges, effective fall 2022, at 9 a.m. on July 21, 2022, at the Virginia Community College System, System Office, 300 Arboretum Place, Richmond, VA 23236. The State Board may consider mandatory tuition and fee increases of between 0 percent and 4.0 percent for all undergraduate students, subject to budget provisions of the 2022 General Assembly special session.

TCC welcomes first openly LGBTQ+ NFL player for Pride Month keynote

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May 26, 2022
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (May 26, 2022) —Tidewater Community College welcomes former National Football League (NFL) player Ryan Russell for a Pride Month 2022 virtual keynote address on June 1 at 12:30 p.m. Russell is the first openly LGBTQ+ professional to play in the NFL. Russell was a defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys and Tampa […] The post TCC welcomes first openly LGBTQ+ NFL player for Pride Month keynote appeared first on TCC Today.

Dual Enrollment Student Ahead of Schedule

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May 26, 2022
Abby Blount earned her associate degree from Thomas Nelson while in high school. The plan for that was devised years earlier, when she was in second grade. Her parents, Joe and Rebekah, had friends who were familiar with the College and its dual enrollment program. They liked what they heard. “It was something that was on our radar and knew was a possibility for her,” Rebekah said.

Record-Setting Season for Baseball Team

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May 26, 2022
Will Michalowicz, a first-team all-region selection, played in 34 games, hitting .307 with one home run and 13 runs batted in. The Thomas Nelson baseball team, which finished the season in early May, posted the most wins in school history since joining the National Junior College Athletic Association. With the team led mostly by freshmen, that record might not last long. “I expect us to take another big step forward next year,” said coach Todd Barker, who just finished his third year at Thomas Nelson.

Local Bank President Headlined Leadership Forum

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May 26, 2022
Alexis Swann believes great leaders are focused, courageous, trustworthy, team-oriented, and flexible among other attributes. She also thinks good leaders firmly believe in their vision and can convince others to embrace it.  “All in all, leaders have common traits. They take risks. They’re not afraid to fail. I’ve failed many times, and then I tried new things. That takes some work,” said Swann, who is the president of TowneBank-Peninsula and Williamsburg and was the guest speaker at the Peninsula Executive Leadership Forum (PELF).

TCC’s in-person summer camps are back on all campuses

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May 23, 2022
Are you looking for summer fun with a purpose for your kids? Check out Tidewater Community College’s in-person summer camps with offerings for budding engineers, entrepreneurs, outdoor enthusiasts, computer wizards and more. TCC’s has more than 80 camps, offered over eight weeks, geared for youth ages 8-15. New Black Rocket Computer camps include YouTube Content […] The post TCC’s in-person summer camps are back on all campuses appeared first on TCC Today.

Brannon Named to Power List by Inside Business

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May 23, 2022
The students, faculty, and staff of Thomas Nelson (becoming Virginia Peninsula Community) are thrilled to congratulate President Towuanna Porter Brannon for being named to the 2022 Power List by Inside Business. Dr. Brannon, the College’s ninth president, is recognized among over 60 Hampton Roads influencers representing various sectors and backgrounds who have made positive contributions to the region in the past year.

Clifton Recognized As Outstanding Adjunct by VCCS

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May 20, 2022
Thomas Nelson’s Marion Clifton received the George B. Vaughan Leadership Award for Outstanding Adjunct Faculty at the 2022 Virginia's Community Colleges' (VCCS) New Horizons Conference. The April event featured presentations of various awards honoring community college educators from across the state for their exceptional skills and dedication to students.

Connect2TCC coordinator selected for global Emerging Leaders program

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May 19, 2022
Tidewater Community College Coordinator Khadijah Peak-Brown was selected for the 2022-2024 Class of Emerging Leaders by NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising. Peak-Brown is one of ten advising professionals selected from an international pool of candidates. The two-year Emerging Leaders program enables participants to work closely with mentors to enhance their skills and knowledge […] The post Connect2TCC coordinator selected for global Emerging Leaders program appeared first on TCC Today.

Faculty, Staff Honored at Annual Awards Event

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May 19, 2022
At Thomas Nelson’s annual faculty reward and recognition ceremony, President Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon acknowledged the awards offer just a small token of appreciation. “I don't know that they would ever compensate all you do,” she told the faculty and staff in a Zoom meeting.

Tidewater Community College presents “Love’s Labor’s Lost” this weekend

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May 18, 2022
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Shakespeare in the Grove to be held in June, Tidewater Community College is presenting a mini-play to build excitement for the main event. This weekend, the community is invited to enjoy a Shakespeare comedy, “Love’s Labor’s Lost” on three evenings, May 20, 21 and 22, from 7 – […] The post Tidewater Community College presents “Love’s Labor’s Lost” this weekend appeared first on TCC Today.

Graduation Ceremonies Give Nod to Past, Look to Future

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May 18, 2022
Thomas Nelson’s 53rd commencement exercises truly were special. From the keynote speaker to the three years of graduates to the issuing of the last Thomas Nelson Community College diplomas, the May 16 event was unlike any other in the history of the College. “Graduates, you are an exceptional group,” President Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon told those gathered at Liberty Live Church for the College’s first in-person graduation since 2019.

College Closed Memorial Day

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May 18, 2022
Thomas Nelson's campuses in Hampton and Williamsburg along with satellite locations will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Classes and services will resume Tuesday, May 31. Many services, including registration, are available online at tncc.edu. New and returning students may register now for fall classes.

VCU, VCCS receive $3.5M to continue Mellon Pathways Program, in support of students transferring to VCU

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May 17, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACTS: Tom Myrick Assistant director, strategic communications VCU Office of the Provost 804-366-4118 myrickte@vcu.edu Jeffrey Kraus Assistant vice chancellor for strategic communications Virginia Community College System 804-592-6767 […] The post VCU, VCCS receive $3.5M to continue Mellon Pathways Program, in support of students transferring to VCU appeared first on VCCS.

College Hosting May 24 Peninsula Executive Leadership Forum

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May 17, 2022
Thomas Nelson Community College Workforce Development in partnership with the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce will present the Peninsula Executive Leadership Forum (PELF) Tuesday, May 24 at the College’s Hampton campus. The gathering of business and industry leaders from across the region will take place in Wythe Hall featuring Alexis Swann, president of TowneBank-Peninsula and Williamsburg, as the keynote speaker.