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SCC phlebotomy graduates stand on the stairs in A-building on campus.

SCC phlebotomy graduates prepare for careers in growing healthcare field

08/18/2026

Southeastern Community College recently celebrated the graduation of its newest phlebotomy class, a group that instructor Tanya Bellamy described as tenacious, focused and committed to supporting one another throughout the semester.

Summer Day Nurse Aide I class – Instructor: Jessie Faulk Front Row L-R: Alexis Strickland, Lashina Wright, Danelle Ridgeway, Kara Hardee Cartrette, Jade Bright, Lizet Ballesteros Middle Row L-R: Jasmeale Evans, Champayne Williams, Da'Shekia Smith, Autumn Johnson, Tyashia McKenzie, Chloe Fowler Back Row L-R: Derion Funches, Destiny Williams, Maria Munoz, Kyla Hall, Keyasia Gillespie, Samantha Ezzell

Three Nurse Aide I classes graduate during summer 2026

08/16/2026

Learning the basic skills to take care of people in a healthcare setting, the Nurse Aide I course at Southeastern Community College sends students through 160 hours of instruction with 48 hours in clinicals, 48 hours in lecture and 64 hours of in-class lab.

Heavy Equipment Operator graduation - Students standing with their certificates

SCC’s second Heavy Equipment Operator cohort produces eight new graduates

08/14/2026

Southeastern Community College celebrated eight graduates from its second Heavy Equipment Operator cohort, preparing skilled workers for high demand careers in construction and infrastructure.

Annual Report cover in front of the Chadbourn Bell on SCC's Campus

SCC releases 2025 to 2026 Annual Report celebrating growth, opportunity and community impact

08/01/2026

Southeastern Community College’s 2025 to 2026 Annual Report highlights student success, enrollment growth, workforce training, major investments and partnerships creating new opportunities across Columbus County.

Small Business Owners on stage with Elaine Marshall

Local business owners voice concerns at secretary of state’s roundtable event at SCC

07/30/2026

In partnership with Southeastern Community College and its Small Business Center, the North Carolina Secretary of State office hosted the Rural RISE NC Business Roundtable event in the SCC auditorium. N.C. Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall acted as moderator for the roundtable, and she provided feedback to issues facing small business owners.

Dr. Brandon Jenkins presents a certificate at the high school summer camp certificate ceremony in the SCC auditorium.

High school students explore careers, gain credentials at SCC’s fifth summer camp series

07/30/2026

In partnership with Columbus County Schools and Whiteville City Schools, Southeastern Community College’s High School Summer Camps Certificate Ceremony recognized 79 students earning completion status on July 29. Camps were divided into eight classes taught across five weeks that included agribusiness, art, automotive, construction, engineering, healthcare exploration, HVAC and welding.

The SCC Board of Trustees gained a new member and chair at their meeting at Whiteville City Hall.

SCC Board of Trustee members take oath of office at July 21 meeting

07/29/2026

The Southeastern Community College Board of Trustees gained one new member and a reappointed member at its July 21 meeting at Whiteville City Hall. Brent Watts was sworn in by Clerk of Superior Court Jess Hill, while Dr. Dan Strickland took his second oath of office to the board. Both were appointed by the Columbus County Board of Commissioners, and they will serve a four-year term until June 30, 2030.

SCC, Appalachian State create new transfer pathway for health sciences students

07/21/2026

Southeastern Community College students pursuing careers in healthcare now have a new pathway to earn a bachelor's degree through a transfer agreement with Appalachian State University. The agreement, established through a Memorandum of Understanding between Appalachian State and participating North Carolina community colleges, creates a streamlined transfer option for eligible SCC graduates to continue their education through Appalachian's Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program.

Columbus County Home Builders Association presents a check to Southeastern Community College.

Local home builders association makes $100,000 contribution to SCC’s technical programs

07/11/2026

The Columbus County Home Builders Association donated $100,000 to Southeastern Community College during a check presentation ceremony held in the college’s construction classroom on July 7. Bill Worley, president of the CCHBA, hopes the money will improve technical education at the college and trades careers in Columbus County.

Viridiana Ramos (center) sits with Columbus County Schools, Southeastern Community College, and UNC Pembroke leadership at her scholarship signing ceremony.

Ramos signs Future Teacher Scholarship agreement at SCC

07/09/2026

Embodying the spirit of “growing our own,” Viridiana Ramos, a Nakina native, made a pledge to become a teacher while being awarded the Columbus County Schools Future Teachers Scholarship. On June 23, she signed an agreement to transfer from SCC to UNC Pembroke to earn her bachelor’s degree in elementary education and return to CCS as a fully-credentialled elementary school teacher.