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The energy level on campus jumped a notch with the arrival of Nikki Hudson, the new EMS Program Coordinator. Nikki officially joined the team on October 1 and brings over a decade of experience in emergency medical services and education. Her vision and passion are already setting the stage for an exciting future for the […]

Jada Callahan, a 2024 graduate of Crest High School, found her passion in a class she took just for fun. Through the Career and College Promise (CCP) program, Jada registered for a Cosmetology class at Cleveland Community College without having to pay college tuition. The CCP program offers qualifying high school juniors and seniors the […]

Cleveland Community College hosted its annual Educator’s Luncheon to celebrate the partnership between the College, Cleveland County Schools, and Pinnacle Classical Academy. Staff from these organizations gathered to celebrate the Career and College Promise programs each of the high schools offer. This year, the focus was on CCC’s partnership with CCS and Pinnacle to provide […]

After nearly five decades of dedicated service in nursing and nursing education, Avis Morrow is preparing to embrace a new chapter of life. At the end of this year, she will retire, having spent the last ten years shaping the next generation of nurses. With warmth, wisdom, and unwavering dedication, Avis has cared for patients […]

Cleveland Community College celebrated graduates and new apprentices at the Apprenticeship Cleveland Graduation Recognition and Signing Ceremony on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. The annual event held during National Apprenticeship Week affirms CCC’s commitment to creating a skilled workforce that benefits workers and employers. The nine graduates completed apprenticeships in high-demand fields, including Mechatronics, CNC Maintenance, […]

Allen “Al” Dunkleman has spent more than two decades fostering a love for learning and encouraging students to persevere, no matter their background or challenges. A Sociology instructor at Cleveland Community College since 2002, he is preparing for his last day in the classroom, at least as a full-time instructor. He’s making a “vocational transition” […]

Cleveland Community College welcomed students, faculty, and IT professionals recently to a highly anticipated event hosted by AFCOM, the professional association dedicated to advancing careers in IT and data center management. Held in the Moore Advanced Technology Center, the event provided a platform for industry experts to share insights and discuss the evolving landscape of […]

At the end of October 2024, Dr. Jason Hurst announced the naming of the Jo Ann Schilling Radiography Program. “Ensuring that our community has enough healthcare workers in every discipline is so important to the health of our community,” said Hurst. “That’s why the generosity of donors like Jo is so important. They help us […]

Russ Hamilton, a long-time HVAC instructor at Cleveland Community College, is set to retire after 22 years of impacting students’ lives. Originally on a different career path, Russ’s journey into teaching took an unexpected route. After being discharged from the Navy, Russ worked the third shift at a local company. After 10 years working on […]

Cleveland Community College has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (NCAE-CD) by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. This designation signifies that CCC has met the rigorous requirements set by the two sponsoring agencies, has a robust cybersecurity-related curriculum, and is committed to graduating knowledgeable, skilled […]