Alumni Profiles | 12/17/2021

Nursing grad receives job offer and $5,000 signing bonus

Going to school during the pandemic was especially difficult for Alexis Murphy who lost her mom due to COVID-19 in January of 2020, mere weeks after...

Alumni Profiles | 12/16/2021

TCC grad aims to provide quality care and grow her business

Known as the “Amazing Ayisha” by her patients, Ayisha Muhammad is dedicated to caring for elderly and disabled clients as a certified nurse aide...

Alumni Profiles Program Highlights | 12/15/2021

“I came to TCC because of the motto that said I could ‘go anywhere’ from here. And I think it’s true.” – Tim Slootmaker

Timothy Slootmaker has a motto for life, “I’ve got this!” And after seven years, Tim’s determination and can-do attitude are paying off as he...

Alumni Profiles | 11/17/2021

TCC alumna Winsome Sears elected as Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor

Tidewater Community College alumna Winsome E. Sears is Virginia’s newly elected Lieutenant Governor. Sears is the first woman and first woman of color...

Alumni Profiles Program Highlights | 10/28/2021

Respiratory therapy student lands full-time position with generous signing bonus

Paulette Chevalier spent two decades in the insurance business before pursuing a medical career as a respiratory therapist. Chevalier started with an...

Alumni Profiles College News | 10/26/2021

Respiratory therapy grad on the frontlines

“Bring it on!” Taylor Moneypenny never imagined starting her career as a respiratory therapist during a pandemic caused by a virus that affects...

Alumni Profiles | 10/11/2021

TCC grad trained for construction career in just a few weeks

Alexander Williams has a hard hat that he’s quite proud of. He has a full-time construction job with benefits, and great hours thanks to training...

Alumni Profiles | 09/16/2021

“It’s my calling to keep supplies moving nationwide – whether it’s the pandemic or a natural disaster.” – Elwin Hines, TCC Truck Driving alum

Elwin Hines has been on the road since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020. He has logged an average of 3,000 miles a week, bringing food...

Alumni Profiles Program Highlights | 09/15/2021

TCC grad proud to do his part to keep truckers on the road

Tyler Bray found his passion while working on his Chevy Silverado.
“I was trying to figure out career options when my dad encouraged me to work...

Alumni Profiles College News | 09/13/2021

Marine vet finds new career on the road thanks to TCC trucking grant

TCC honors truck drivers across the nation for keeping commerce going during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. And during National Truck Driver Appreciation...