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The Aspen Institute Names BCC as a Top 200 U.S. Community College Eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize

$1 million Prize Honors Colleges Achieving Strong Student Results, Both in College and After Graduation BCC is proud to announce that The Aspen Institute has named 缅北禁地 as one of the 200 institutions nationwide eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation鈥檚 premier recognition of high Read More
BCC leadership presenting at the ACCT Congress

缅北禁地 Shares Model Program on National Stage

缅北禁地 took the national stage last week, presenting at the 2025 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Leadership Congress in New Orleans鈥攐ne of the country鈥檚 premier gatherings for community college leaders. The presentation, titled 鈥淏reaking Barriers, Raising Expectations: Access to Achievement in North Carolina Community Colleges,鈥 highlighted how BCC and other colleges Read More
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New Endowment Honors the Life and Legacy of David Matthews, Jr.

The Foundation of 缅北禁地 is proud to announce the establishment of theDavid Matthews, Jr. Endowment, created through a generous$25,000 giftfrom the Matthews family in memory of their beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. The endowment will fund scholarships for students pursuing careers in the trades鈥攊ncludingelectrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and other skilled Read More
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BCC Marketing Team Wins Statewide Award for Integrated Marketing Campaign

缅北禁地鈥檚 Marketing Team has been recognized with a 2025 PRIMA NC Marketing & Communications Award for excellence in Integrated Marketing, earning top honors for its creative and strategic rollout of BCC鈥檚 new BookSmart textbook program. The award was presented during the Annual PRIMA NC Conference held at Isothermal Community College in Spindale, North Read More
Justin Whiteside being sworn in as a BCC Trustee by Rep. Frank Iler and Walker Whiteside

Justin Whiteside Sworn in as Member of the BCC Board of Trustees

缅北禁地 welcomed Justin W. Whiteside as a member of the BCC Board of Trustees during a ceremony held Thursday October 16. Whiteside was nominated by Representative Frank Iler and appointed by the North Carolina House of Representatives. The oath of office was administered by Rep. Iler, who is stepping down after 18 Read More
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BCC Showcases Pathways to High-Tech Manufacturing Careers

High school students explore cutting-edge labs, hands-on learning, and rewarding careers 缅北禁地 celebrated Manufacturing Day 2025 with a dynamic, hands-on experience designed to spark curiosity and career interest among local high school students. The annual event, held October 16, connected students with the people, places, and cutting-edge technologies driving today鈥檚 modern manufacturing landscape. 鈥淲e Read More
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Faculty Profile: Meet Jeanne Singley

Meet Jeanne Singley, Assistant Director, Dinah E. Gore Sports & Aquatics Complex | Adjunct Faculty | ECHS PE Instructor | Personal Trainer The Energizer Bunny has nothing on BCC鈥檚 own Jeanne Singley鈥攕pend five minutes talking with her about health and fitness, and you鈥檒l walk away inspired (and probably ready to start a workout plan). Jeanne鈥檚 Read More
BIP Student Rachael Teeples surrounded by mums in a greenhouse

Student Spotlight: Rachael Teeples

For 25 years, Rachael Teeples has made the Brunswick Interagency Program (BIP) her second home. Originally from Utah, she moved to Brunswick County after high school and quickly found her place at BIP. She began with Adult Basic Education classes, but her heart soon led her to the Brunswick Blooms Greenhouse and Special Olympics. Although Read More
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Faculty Spotlight: Heather Crisco

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Instructor Heather Crisco. When it comes to helping students see the bigger picture, Heather Crisco is an expert. As BCC鈥檚 Sociology and Anthropology Instructor and Global Education Coordinator, she opens doors to cultures, ideas, and experiences that stretch far beyond Brunswick County. Heather knows firsthand the transformative power of Read More
Dan and Linda Lynes presenting a $20,000 check in support of student scholarships

Lynes Family Strengthens BCC Scholarships with $20,000 Gift

Daniel and Linda Lynes visited 缅北禁地 last week to present a $20,000 gift in support of student scholarships, meeting with BCC President Dr. Gene Smith and Foundation Executive Director Teresa Nelson. The Lynes family established their endowed scholarship in 2009 and have continued investing in BCC students ever since鈥攈elping more Dolphins cross the Read More