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SCC to host 4th annual President’s Ball at Vineland Station
Southeastern Community College will hold its 4th Annual President’s Ball at Vineland Station in downtown Whiteville on March 29. The event, organized by the SCC Foundation, will offer a festive evening of entertainment, fundraising and community engagement, all in support of the college’s students. Terrie Priest, Executive Director of the SCC Foundation, said all proceeds benefit the RamsFund. 
SCC welcomes new Early Childhood Education instructor Amanda Heath
Amanda Heath is one of Southeastern Community College’s newest additions to the instructor roster as the new head of the Early Childhood Education program. Heath, a seasoned educator with over 15 years of experience in the field, joins the SCC team with a love for supporting future educators and enhancing early childhood education in Columbus County. 
Southeastern Community College to celebrate Homecoming Week with baseball and softball games
Southeastern Community College will host its annual Homecoming Week, inviting alumni, students, future Rams and the Columbus County community to join in the festivities. The week will kick off with a baseball game on Saturday, March 22, at 1 p.m., and will conclude with a softball game on Saturday, March 29, at 12 p.m. Both games will take place at the SCC athletic fields, with gates opening an hour before for fans to get ready for the action. Admission is $10 each.  
SCC inspires Western Piedmont Community College with tours, networking
Southeastern Community College welcomed Western Piedmont Community College administration and staff members to campus for tours, networking and lunch on Feb. 4. When Dr. Joel Welch, WPCC President, heard about the growth and success of SCC at a recent community college president association meeting, he made arrangements with Dr. Chris English, SCC President, to set up a visit.  
Youth Leadership Summit aims seniors for a global society
Educational Talent Search high school seniors will “cross borders and dream big” at the Youth Leadership Summit on Feb. 12 in the Southeastern Community College auditorium. The main objectives of the event are to raise global awareness about the services that Educational Talent Search offers to youth in Columbus County. Additionally, the event aims to assist high school seniors in mastering resume-building and personal branding. The highlight of the summit will be a meet and greet mini masterclass with 2024’s Miss North Carolina’s Teen Kamryn Hollowell. 
SCC Board of Trustees tours newly renovated M-Building
Southeastern Community College Board of Trustee members got a firsthand look at the newly renovated M-Building during a tour before their regular meeting on Jan. 27. The building, which houses Columbus Career and College Academy as well as the college’s HVAC and welding programs, underwent significant updates funded through the North Carolina Community College System State Capital Infrastructure at an estimated cost of $400,000.  
Frosty Freeze fundraiser promises cold water dunks for ambassadors, athletics benefit
The Frosty Freeze fundraiser event is set to bring some chilly fun and community spirit to Southeastern Community College on Mar. 4, with all proceeds benefiting the college's ambassador program and athletics. The event is a collaborative effort between the SCC Ambassadors and the Athletics department, designed to raise money and showcase SCC success stories from its participants. Representing the instructor participants are Nicky Hobbs and Dawn Williamson, with Isaiah Johnson and Markell Simmons representing the students.