Student Spotlight
Overcoming Life’s Challenges to Finish High School Makenzie’s high school journey was interrupted in 10th grade, right as the COVID-19 pandemic hit. At 16 years old, she worked 60-hour weeks while caring for her sick grandmother. With overwhelming responsibilities, school had to be put on hold. After her grandmother passed away, Makenzie—then just 17—found herself…
Recognition
Cleveland Community College proudly showcased its talent at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, GA, June 23-28. Having already scored first-place finishes at the state level, these 15 exceptional students, along with committed staff accompanying them, were ready to take on the national stage. During the conference, the students seized the opportunity…
Recognition
After 18 years of service to Cleveland Community College, Anne Wise, Director of Nursing Programs, will officially retire on July 1. While she may be stepping away from her title, Anne’s impact on the college, the nursing department, and generations of students will resonate for years. A Legacy Rooted in the Classroom A deep love…
Academics
President’s List To be named to the President’s List, students must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and receive a perfect 4.0 Grade Point Average. The following students were named to the President’s List (listed alphabetically): Tajah AbbottDanielle AdamsDonnie AdamsEmily AlexanderGabriela Alicea-LunaSheddrick AllenEmily AllredGracie ApplingGeocarlo ArceRebekah ArmoldRebecca ArrowoodErica ArthurTyler ArthursWeston…
Student Spotlight
Evie Lewis Finds Her Path to Helping Others At just 19 years old, Evie Lewis has already lived a story full of courage, perseverance, and hope. Now, as she prepares to transfer to Western Carolina University and begin a new chapter, she reflects on the journey that brought her here—and the people who helped along…
Academics
A Journey Thirty Years in the Making Every student’s journey is unique, but some stories are powerful reminders that determination and courage can pave the way for remarkable success. Cleveland Community College is proud to celebrate Ben Jeffries, the recipient of the 2025 Academic Excellence Award, an honor presented by the North Carolina Community College…
Events/Activities on Campus
The energy was electric (and the sparks literal) at Cleveland Community College’s Fourth Annual High School Welding Competition on Friday, May 9! Students from four area high schools went head-to-head in a timed welding challenge—and once again, Crest High School came out on top. This Year’s Challenge:Students were asked to weld a ¼-inch plate at…
Student Spotlight
Maycie Norman, a senior at Crest High and a CCC cosmetology student, is taking her talent for design from Shelby to the national stage—with hopes of heading to FIT in New York.
Student Spotlight
For Taejauna “Tae” Spearman, the road to a career in surgical technology wasn’t straight—it was a winding path filled with challenges, determination, and self-discovery. Now in the final stretch of Cleveland Community College’s Surgical Technology program, Tae is preparing to graduate in May with an Associate in Applied Science in Surgical Technology and an Associate…
Recognition
Outstanding Career and Technical Students at Cleveland Community College were honored on April 23, 2025, as the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society, the honor society for Career & Technical Education (CTE). Ninety-six students were inducted for membership based on their skill development and academic achievement in their Career…