Student Speaker has sights set on the U.S. Senate
Harvey Miller III found success at Tidewater Community College after failing at higher education the first time around. He calls himself the “Comeback
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Army veteran gets fresh start at TCC
Arlethia White-Farris does not like to talk about her military service. She will tell you that she’s a proud Army veteran who saw combat in Afghanistan
TCC grad overcomes great obstacles to earn degree
Sylvester Wilkins says his son Zione provided the inspiration for his return to school. “He told me to just do it,” Sylvester said. “It was the
Gingerbread wow!
TCC’s Culinary Arts program has been donating gingerbread houses during the holidays to support Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters for
Collision Repair grant to help prepare industry-ready grads
TCC is one of three schools to receive grants from Caliber Collision to help elevate the skills of graduates. The funds will be used to purchase new
“It’s been an amazing transformation and so fast.” – Jasmine Quinones, TCC student
Jasmine Quinones gave herself a life-changing career for her 37th birthday. Jasmine found support through the college’s Job Skills Training Program,
Student chefs show off their skills
Culinary Arts students were all smiles as they showcased their skills during the first “Grand Buffet” since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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TCC alum builds career as journalist and publisher
Susan Smigielski Acker got her start at Tidewater Community College’s Virginia Beach Campus in 1985, back in the day when a single-lane road led to
From TCC to Regent Law School
Tanya Mills remembers how her mom struggled when she emigrated to the United States from Cuba. Mills was 10 years old then. Now at 44, she is a Tidewater
“I was a student in the worst of circumstances. But I had people who believed in me.” — Jamie Farris, TCC alum
TCC is proud of all of its alumni. But for Norfolk Campus staff alum Jamie Farris holds a special place in their hearts. Jamie had a challenging
“I tell everyone looking to go to college to start at TCC” — Juanica Walker
Juanica Walker came to Tidewater Community College to train for a new career. Her goal was to be able to provide a stable life for her special needs
TCC Career Services staff provide resume help and connections to jobs
Join TCC for Open House on all campuses and the RAC, Aug. 7
Recent high school grad? Transitioning military? Looking for a promotion? Discover all that community college offers. Tidewater Community College is
Students looking to train for careers in advanced manufacturing have two new options
Tidewater Community College’s new Career Studies Certificate in Mechatronics Trainee can be completed in just two semesters and includes the technical
“I knew I had to reinvent myself to make a life for my family.” – Karen Etulle, TCC alumna
Karen Etulle came to the United States in 2014 seeking a better life.
The mother of four faced domestic violence and went into hiding for three
TCC is hiring adjunct faculty
Tidewater Community College is currently hiring adjunct faculty to help prepare students for the future. TCC will host Adjunct Job Fairs July 13 and
Free 3-D ultrasounds offer rewarding experience to students, community
Tidewater Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program is once again offering ultrasounds to expectant mothers and their families.
TCC’s Respiratory Therapy program earns national recognition
Tidewater Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program is a recipient of the 2021 Registered Respiratory Therapy Distinguished Credentialing Success
TCC to offer first funeral directing degree in Virginia
Tidewater Community College introduces a new funeral directing degree this fall. The 61-credit Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Directing prepares
TCC alumna earns summer internship at the National Institutes of Health
Tidewater Community College alumna Shannon O’Hara Wiora is getting an insider’s look at working for the National Institutes of Health. As a summer
TCC alumna turns candle making hobby into a new business
Monica “Mo” Jones never planned on starting a business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today she is glad she did as everything is coming up smelling
TCC STEM Promise scholar gets the surprise of a lifetime
It was just a month ago when Jaidan Williams welcomed President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden during their stop at Tidewater Community College’s Portsmouth
G3 Scholarships give students an opportunity to get ahead in a career/technical field
On the heels of Governor Northam’s 21-22 budget signing, G3 Scholarships at Tidewater Community College are now open and available to eligible students
TCC designated as Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education
Tidewater Community College was named a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s
Join TCC for Open House on all campuses, May 15
Recent high school grad? Transitioning military? Looking for a promotion? Discover all that community college offers. Tidewater Community College is
TCC grad has cyber security career within her reach
Dasha Chaney is well on her way to a career in cyber security.
And this May, she is achieving a major milestone by graduating with an Associate
TCC grad achieves lifetime goal of a college education
Debbi Gilbert has worked as a bookkeeper for 25 years. She came to TCC to train for a new career and this May earns her associate degree.
President Biden and First Lady visit TCC’s Portsmouth Campus
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden visited Tidewater Community College’s Portsmouth Campus today to talk about the American Family Plan,
“I love working with all of the clients and animals. It really is the best job”
Jane Gray has had plenty of jobs from managing a Wendy’s to working as a dog groomer.
Today, thanks to Tidewater Community College’s Veterinary
TCC to provide tuition-free education through Gov. Northam’s “G3” program
Tidewater Community College will offer tuition-free education to low- and middle-income students through Gov. Ralph Northam’s “Get Skilled, Get