Vanessa Hughes with President Smith as she receives the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship

91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Graduate Receives Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship

Preview in new tab May 16, 2022 — Vanessa Hughes, 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Class of 2022, got the surprise of her life last week. She arrived for what she thought was a quick photo opportunity. Instead, Vanessa learned from 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ President Gene Smith that she is a recipient of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s prestigious Undergraduate Transfer Read More

91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Graduates Class of 2022

May 6, 2022 – It was a fantastic afternoon, and a packed house at the Odell Williamson Auditorium as 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ (91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ) held its 43rd Commencement — the largest in the school’s history. The Class of 2022 represents 383 exceptionally bright young men and women. Today, they received 452 Associate in Arts, Associate in Read More
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Welding Technology Students Earn NC3 Industry Certifications

May 6, 2022 – 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Welding Technology students were congratulated by President Gene Smith on the NC3 industry certifications earned as part of their studies at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ. Some students earned as many as 12 certifications in cooperation with NC3 industry partners. The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, Read More
two new medical assisting students with Dr. Gene Smith

91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Holds Pinning Ceremony for Medical Assistants

91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ’s two newest Medical Assistants, Amanda McCrary (l) and Jade Milliken (r). May 5, 2022 — Congratulations to 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµâ€™s two most recent Medical Assistants, Amanda McCrary and Jade Milliken. The students were officially pinned as Medical Assistants In a special ceremony led by 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ President Gene Smith and Dean of Health Sciences Dr. Molly Read More
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91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Debuts New Commercial

May 2, 2022 — Now airing on morning and evening news stations is 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ’s brand new commercial spot! It features our very own students and instructors. Join us in celebrating all things 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ and find out how #YOUCAN91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ today! Summer and fall registration is underway. Visit BRUNSWICKCC.EDU to enroll. Have questions? Contact us at [email protected] Read More
65th graduating BLET class

BLET Graduates Earn 100 Percent Pass Rate

April 20, 2022 — The 65th Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) class at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ (91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ) graduated on Tuesday, April 19, at Odell Williamson Auditorium. This class of nine achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate on the final exam to earn their Basic Law Enforcement Training certificates.Eric Holloman, Dean of Professional & Technical Read More
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91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Dedicates Myong and Paul Jensen Workforce Development Center

April 14, 2022 — Trades education in Brunswick County was front and center today as 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ (91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ) and the 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Foundation joined donors, board members, instructors, and local leadership in cutting the ribbon for the Myong and Paul Jensen Workforce Development Center. “Today’s ribbon cutting and building dedication celebrates the incredible generosity of Read More

Electrical Lineworkers Graduate Fully Employed

Front: Raymon Dickson (instructor), Justin Babbie, Ronald Cumbee (instructor), President Gene SmithBack: Daniel Locklear, Francisco Baez-Aranda, Jeanne Singley (instructor), Avery Tickle, Ayton Clemmons, Brandon Grady. April 8, 2022 — Imagine being employed before you even graduate? That’s exactly the case for the six most recent graduates of 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµâ€™s Electrical Lineworker course. The 10-week, Read More
students participating in panel discussion with Gov Roy Cooper at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ

Governor Cooper Participates in Student Roundtable at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper visited 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ (91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ) today as part of a series of statewide events spotlighting the success and impact of the Longleaf Commitment Grant program. The Governor joined 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ President Dr. Gene Smith in participating in a roundtable of area leaders and 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ students. Students had the opportunity to share Read More
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New Southport Business Owner Grateful for 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Small Business Center

The Small Business Center (SBC) at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ (91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ) is instrumental in helping local area entrepreneurs realize their dream of owning a successful business. Tracy Green, owner of Hand Crafted Massage and Crafts in Southport is one of them and grateful for the assistance she received. “I was referred to April Scott at 91¹ú²úÊÓÆµ Read More