Alumni Profiles | 09/12/2019
TCC alum earns first technical studies degree and a new position
Ken Magee always planned on getting his degree, but life got in the way until now. The 53-year-old father of two is the first to earn TCC’s new technical...
Alumni Profiles | 08/26/2019
TCC alumna brings hope and help to homeless, others in Hampton Roads
When Rickkita Taylor was at Tidewater Community College, she earned more than an associate degree. She learned how to support people in need through...
College News Faculty & Staff Profiles | 08/21/2019
TCC annual award winners to be honored on Aug. 23
Tidewater Community College will recognize five faculty and staff members from across the college with annual special awards on Aug. 23. Selected by...
College News Program Spotlights | 08/14/2019
TCC expands its online options so you can earn your degree without coming to campus
If you think you don’t have time to come to campus for college, consider pursuing one of Tidewater Community College’s online degrees or certificates....
Student Profiles | 08/09/2019
TCC scholarships help international student stay in school
Nigerian Emeakama Favour came to Tidewater Community College to study cyber security and get a head start on her future. Two scholarships from the college...
College News Program Spotlights | 08/05/2019
TCC Perry Glass Wheel Arts Center’s grand opening set for Sept. 20
The TCC Perry Glass Wheel Arts Center is featuring two new exhibitions, “The TCC Revolving Art Faculty Exhibition” and “Barbara Kobylinska:...
College News Uncategorized | 08/02/2019
Find one-on-one help applying for financial aid on campus
Tidewater Community College is making it easier for students to complete the FAFSA by partnering with the Educational Opportunity Center to offer in-person...
Alumni Profiles | 07/26/2019
From TCC to Hollywood and the American dream
Once upon a time, Nigel Tierney sat in a classroom at Tidewater Community College where he learned computer basics along with graphic design. Today,...
College News Program Spotlights | 07/17/2019
Technical Studies degree now offered 100% online with no textbook cost
A year after Tidewater Community College launched an associate degree designed specifically for skilled workers who need formal education to advance...
Program Spotlights | 07/12/2019
Great Expectations program helps foster kids go anywhere, too
Achieving a college education can be a daunting prospect if you’re a foster kid like Percy Dean. While many teens view college as the natural next...
Alumni Profiles Program Spotlights | 06/28/2019
From TCC to Sous-Chef at one of the best chop houses in Chesapeake
Many of Tidewater Community College’s certificate programs and associate degrees lead to immediate employment or, in some cases, employment while...
College News Program Spotlights | 06/26/2019
TCC Women’s Center celebrates 25 years with a “25 for 25” matching gift challenge
Tidewater Community College’s Women’s Center marked its 25th anniversary by sponsoring a matching gift challenge to support programs and students...
College News Program Spotlights | 06/21/2019
There’s still time to apply to TCC Accelerated Degree Program
While most of us think of it taking at least two years to receive an associate degree, Tidewater Community College offers an accelerated option that...
College News Program Spotlights | 06/19/2019
One week until the greatest show on earth comes to Chesapeake
We’re one week away from opening night for Shakespeare in the Grove, featuring “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Called a community treasure, Shakespeare...
College News | 06/17/2019
Learn about everything TCC offers at open house on all campuses, June 22
Bet you didn’t know Tidewater Community College offers 150-plus programs ranging from engineering to the visual and culinary arts to cybersecurity...
College News | 06/12/2019
Conference works toward a sea of change in maritime education
“Everything around here, one way or another, runs on the water,” said Jennifer Palestrant of Tidewater Community College and the Southeast Maritime...
College News Program Spotlights | 06/10/2019
Enjoy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” under the stars at TCC’s Shakespeare in the Grove
A big-top circus design is the backdrop for the classic tale “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on stage at Tidewater Community College’s 23nd...
College News | 06/07/2019
Women’s Leadership Breakfast a celebration of 25 years for TCC’s Women’s Center
Tidewater Community College’s 17th annual Women’s Leadership Breakfast marks the 25th year of the college’s Women’s Center. The breakfast will...
Alumni Profiles | 05/31/2019
From Cavalier Manor to TCC to leader with human trafficking task force
Growing up in Portsmouth’s Cavalier Manor, Courtney Pierce dreamed of working for a Fortune 500 company. Instead, after earning an Associate of Science...
College News Student Profiles | 05/29/2019
From here, go to work as a mechatronics technician
Many of Tidewater Community College’s certificate programs and associate degrees lead to immediate employment or, in some cases, employment while...
College News | 05/16/2019
TCC to freeze tuition and mandatory fees
Thanks to a unanimous decision by the State Board for Community Colleges to maintain current in-state tuition and mandatory fees for the 2019-2020 academic...
Alumni Profiles | 05/13/2019
From here, student speaker planning to aim high for next stop, Virginia Wesleyan
Charleston Yancey fell in love with Virginia Wesleyan University the first time he toured the campus. After graduating from Tidewater Community College...
Alumni Profiles | 05/10/2019
Accelerated Degree helps mom-to-be earn degree in less than a year
Nargis Martin completed Tidewater Community College’s fastest track to earning an associate degree. The Virginia Beach resident came to TCC in the...
Alumni Profiles | 05/08/2019
Bookworm evolved into leader with a creative flair thanks to TCC
Tori Grissom spent her first semester at Tidewater Community College with her nose in a book. When she wasn’t in class, the home-schooled Chesapeake...
Alumni Profiles College News | 05/07/2019
Chesapeake Public School students career-ready thanks to partnership with TCC
What started with an idea and talks between leaders at Tidewater Community College and Chesapeake Public School six years ago will culminate on May...
Alumni Profiles | 04/22/2019
From here, go to work as an automotive technician and business owner
Horace Linton used to tinker on cars. After graduating from Tidewater Community College, he turned the hobby into a career. “I was actually able to...
College News | 04/15/2019
State Board for Community Colleges to Set 2019-20 Tuition and Fees at May Meeting
In accordance with Section 23.1-307 (D) of the Code of Virginia, the State Board for Community Colleges provides notice that it will consider tuition...
College News | 03/25/2019
Nine from TCC earn recognition from All-Virginia Academic Team
Nine Tidewater Community College students have been nominated to the Phi Theta Kappa 2019 All-Virginia Academic Team. They are Dakota Bernacki and Katelyn...
College News | 03/19/2019
Literary Festival to be a celebration of written and spoken words
Tidewater Community College’s 18th annual Literary Festival reflects the theme “A Celebration of Written and Spoken Words” with keynote speaker...
Alumni Profiles | 03/15/2019
In crafting her own obit, alumna found her purpose
Bianca Wilson got stumped writing her own obituary. What sounds like an awkward college assignment turned into an enlightening moment for the woman...