Tidewater Community College recognized its spring graduates with a first-ever virtual commencement on May 11. The 70th Commencement Exercises were streamed for graduates, family and friends to share together on social media. The online ceremony was the first commencement under President Marcia Conston, who became the college’s sixth president in January. “The COVID-19 pandemic has […]
Even before the COVID-19 crisis, William Toncray was spending a lot of time at the hospital. As a Child Life department volunteer, Toncray provides engaging activities for patients at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters. “We play games and do crafts with children bedside or take them to the playroom,” he said. “There are moments […]
May 8, 2020 Dear TCC Faculty and Staff, During recent Town Hall meetings, questions were presented about my plans to permanently fill interim positions and potential organizational changes. I responded that plans, with a focus on ensuring a structure to effectively provide consistent services to all students across the College, were forthcoming. Based on a […]
Fashion model in Milan? Stephanie Overfelt did that as a teen. Bachelor’s in Mandarin Chinese? Accomplished. Snowboard instructor on a mountain? “Park City Mountain Resort in Utah,” she says. “I flew out the weekend before finals and earned one of eight positions.” But really she’s always known inside that she was meant to be a […]
Christian McClenney grew up belting out Aretha Franklin tunes and starring in Hurrah Players productions. With a sister who sings on cruise ships and a mother comfortable doing stand-up comedy, McClenney envisioned her own future in performing arts. The stage was set for that after the Governor’s School graduate was accepted into a touted performing […]
Chris Rugh spent his early 20s working with a Christian missionary group in Lebanon, helping Syrian refugees with their basic needs. “That was a very introspective time for me, and I learned that I could do more than I ever thought possible,” Rugh said. “I found my passion for serving others and learned I’m a […]
Are you ready to launch your career into high gear? Then attend the Manufacturing and Transportation Pathway virtual open house on May 23. Each program will host a ZOOM session at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. During that time you will be able to ask questions, learn about programs and speak with faculty. […]
Tidewater Community College’s Veterinary Technology program has earned initial accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association. This is the first new accreditation of an associate degree program in the state of Virginia since 1980. Initial accreditation gives the TCC program all the benefits of full accreditation. TCC launched its veterinary technology program, which allows students […]
When Lauryn Thompson was in middle school, her load included introductory classes in Algebra and Spanish. So it was only natural that at Churchland High, she continued to accelerate by attending Tidewater Community College. The 17-year-old will graduate from TCC in May with an Associate of Science in Social Sciences. Thompson will attend Old Dominion […]
There’s an old saying that when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. That applies to vegetables, too. With that concept in mind, and facing the COVID-19 crisis, Tidewater Community College and its Horticulture program donated a greenhouse full of vegetables and herbs to eventually provide salads and healthy sides for families in need. “When our […]