Community College Month 2024

Wilson Community College is celebrating Community College Month throughout the month of April! Check out why some of our students and alumni chose Wilson Community College to be a part of their story.

Current Students

photo of Raymond BassettRaymond Bassett – Building Construction

“I chose Wilson Community College due to one factor. Instructor Eric Maas is that factor. I called and talked to him before I even applied. Mr. Eric said, “come visit and sign up, we would love to have you.” That is why I chose WCC. The atmosphere at the College is great. The people are friendly, down to earth, and helpful in every step of the way.”

photo of Diane HolderDiane Holder – Early Childhood Education

“I chose Wilson Community College because I wanted to be close to home and pursue my goal. The advisors and instructors are very helpful and welcoming. I take online classes since I work. I highly recommend anyone in Wilson come here because it’s one of the best choices I’ve made yet.” 

photo of Lance WilliamsLance Williams, current NC State student

“Taking classes at Wilson Community College allows me to get ahead over winter breaks and summer so I can graduate from a 4-year school earlier. As a fully online, visiting student, the instructions have been very clear in the steps I need to take in order to register for classes. The advisors have also been extremely nice and quick to respond, better than any previous community college experience I’ve had.” 

photo of April BrileyApril Briley, Interpreter Education

“I know someone who received her degree in the same program from WCC years ago and she said it was a great program. My favorite things about WCC, so far, are the instructors and the smaller campus.”

Alumni

photo of Beth DavisBeth Davis – WCC Surgical Technology Instructor

“I chose Wilson Community College because the instructor I spoke with was professional and passionate about the program. The College gave me the confidence to pursue my education, which opened the door to endless, life-changing possibilities. With WCC, I learned the true meaning of “the sky is the limit.”
 
 

photo of John SmithJohn Smith – Eastern Vice President, Barnhill Contracting Company

“At the time I chose WCC it was the closest electrical trade school to my house in Tarboro. I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do with my life at that time, so I leaned into what sounded the most interesting. Wilson Community College proved to be that major stepping stone for my career.”
 

Shaquille Goodson, Interpreter Education Graduate, Class of 2023

“During my time here at the College, I’ll say it’s the happiest I’ve ever been. I think having an opportunity to learn kept me here as well as the staff and the support. I feel like a university is no different from a community college. It’s just a bigger place and a lot more students. But I do feel like Wilson Community College will help someone prepare to transition over to a big university because I feel like it’s the same amount of work.”
 

Dale Grimsley Jr., Master Tech, Hubert Vester Toyota

“The best part of my experience at Wilson Community College was the automotive program and how it gave me a learning experience with great staff who are very knowledgeable in the field and fellow students who were easy to work with and had similar goals. For someone who is deciding if community college is for them, I would recommend them to not hesitate and go to WCC. WCC is not just a source of education for people fresh out of high school but for people who want to make a career change or want to learn new skills that can be used for personal gain.”
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Severe Weather Alert

Due to the threat of severe weather, the college will be closed on Friday, September 7, 2023.