Success at WPCC
WPCC’S Douglas Barr: College Gave Me More Than I Thought Possible
“Too cool for school” is the way recent Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) graduate Douglas Barr described his life philosophy at the age of 18. Intent on joining the military at that time, Douglas completed his General Education Degree (GED) from WPCC only...
Kiana Inspires Others, Overcomes Stereotypes
Morganton, NC— For many on the Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) campus, Kiana Harlan is a source of daily inspiration. She is a familiar figure on campus for her big smile and sense of determination. While she may appear to be like every other student on...
Dr. Bobbie G. Cox: WPCC Gave Me A Thirst for Knowledge
Morganton, NC— Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) graduate Dr. Bobbie G. Cox’s road to doctoral degree success began when she took a few general courses at WPCC after high school and during her employment with the Morganton Police Department (MPD). Bobbie...
Eve Hollar: WPCC Opened Doors, Gave Me A Family of Friends
Morganton, NC— Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) graduate Eve Hollar will attest that life has some funny ways to change even the best plans. After graduating from St. Stephens High School in Hickory in the Spring of 1978, Eve set her mind to becoming a dental...
Draughn Senior: Tuition-Waived CCP Classes Appeal to Me!
Morganton, NC— Draughn High School senior Scarlett Wall wants the most that her high school years can offer. “Taking a traditional set of courses was not the best fit for me,” Scarlett explained. “The ability to gain college credits for transfer to a higher education...
Student’s College Decision Made With Head & Heart
Morganton, NC—For Jimmy Merriman, going to college was a decision made with his head and his heart. Now a first year Nursing student at Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC), Jimmy knew he had the natural inclination toward science and biology. He enjoyed his high...
Father & Daughter: Fellow Students in MLT Program!
Morganton, NC—A wise person once said, “It’s choice, not chance, that determines your destiny.” In the case of two Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) students, both choice and chance have had a great deal to do with their education journeys. Connelly Springs...
Dori Barron’s Focus: Helping Students with Financial Aid
Morganton, NC— When a visitor to Dori Barron’s office takes a seat to meet with her, a variety of messages on her walls help create a welcoming, encouraging atmosphere. You’ll find a striking graphic of the slogan “Imagine Peace” as well an inspirational photo of a...
College Dean A Nominee for Women of Justice Award
Morganton, NC – Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) Dean of Business & Public Services Leslie McKesson is among the nominees for the third annual Women of Justice awards event to be held in Raleigh in November. North Carolina Lawyers Weekly will host the...
College’s Jennifer S. Patton A Beacon for Others
Morganton, NC— A beacon is described by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “someone or something that guides or gives hope to others.” For Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) employee Jennifer S. Patton, that “something” is the College. The daughter of...
Brian Vandergraff Received Product Inspiration From Hunting
Morganton, NC—Who would have ever guessed that time spent sitting in a tree can change your life? But believe it or not, that is how one Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) graduate experienced a fortuitous flash of inspiration. For Brian Vandergraff, that...
Austin Golding: Future Educator and Role Model
Morganton, NC—To look at this handsome young graduate, you’d never guess that his childhood had its share of challenges. Austin Golding, who received his Associate in Arts degree in May 2014 from Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC), encountered medical...