WCC News: June 2026

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Veterans, military families invited to free Washtenaw County Vet Fest on August 1 at WCC

WCC Public Relations - July 21, 2026

All military veterans and their families are invited for a day of free food, fun and information at Washtenaw Vet Fest 2026 on Saturday, August 1.

View Post :   Veterans, military families invited to free Washtenaw County Vet Fest on August 1 at WCC

tags: Wadhams Veterans Center, Campus Events, Veterans, On The Record, Vet Fest, June 2026

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Keep Up The Good Work: Luanne Thomas Ewald, University of Michigan Hospitals

Luanne Thomas Ewald - June 02, 2026

Healthcare is constantly changing, and WCC has consistently demonstrated an ability to respond quickly to workforce needs by developing relevant, high-quality programs that prepare students for in-demand careers.

View Post :   Keep Up The Good Work: Luanne Thomas Ewald, University of Michigan Hospitals

tags: Sterile Processing, Cardiac Telemetry, Keep Up The Good Work, Surgical Technology, Apprenticeships, June 2026, On The Record, Medical Assisting

New exhibition by Detroit artist Brach Tiller opens June 12 at The Gallery at WCC

Rich Rezler - May 29, 2026

Detroit-based artist Brach Tiller explores love, domesticity and shared dreams in a new exhibit opening June 12 at The Gallery at Washtenaw Community College.

View Post :   New exhibition by Detroit artist Brach Tiller opens June 12 at The Gallery at WCC

tags: Campus Events, On The Record, The Gallery, Fine Arts, June 2026

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca

From the President: WCC degrees strengthen Washtenaw County

Dr. Rose B. Bellanca - May 22, 2026

Graduation day is a reminder of what a community college returns to the community that supports it.

View Post :   From the President: WCC degrees strengthen Washtenaw County

tags: On The Record, Workforce Development, June 2026, President's Column, Graduation, Commencement, Class of 2026

WCC-IBEW contract signing

WCC, IBEW strengthen workforce partnership with new degree pathways for electrical workers

Fran LeFort - May 21, 2026

Washtenaw Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers announced a new articulation agreement designed to help electrical workers earn college degrees while addressing the nation’s growing need for skilled trades professionals.

View Post :   WCC, IBEW strengthen workforce partnership with new degree pathways for electrical workers

tags: Electrical Workers, On The Record, June 2026, Industry Partnerships, Skilled Trades, IBEW

Bhushan Kulkarni

Tech entrepreneur encourages WCC graduates to open door for others

Rich Rezler - May 19, 2026

Bhushan Kulkarni challenged Washtenaw Community College graduates to measure success not only by what they achieve, but by how many others they help.

View Post :   Tech entrepreneur encourages WCC graduates to open door for others

tags: Graduation, Commencement, June 2026, Bhushan Kulkarni, On The Record, Honorary Associate Degree, Class of 2026

Students walk through the Washtenaw Community College campus.

WCC freezes in-district tuition; lowers online rates for next academic year

Fran LeFort - May 19, 2026

Tuition for in-district county residents attending Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will remain the lowest in the state next academic year, as the college freezes rates and reduces online tuition.

View Post :   WCC freezes in-district tuition; lowers online rates for next academic year

tags: Accessibility, Board of Trustees, Tuition, June 2026, On The Record, Affordability

Melissa Bruzzano

Graduate Profile: Law school grad pivots career at WCC

Rich Rezler - May 19, 2026

After earning a law degree in the early 1990s, Melissa Bruzzano never expected to find herself back in a college classroom. But the 57-year-old Ann Arbor resident returned to WCC to pursue a new passion — and did so with extraordinary success.

View Post :   Graduate Profile: Law school grad pivots career at WCC

tags: On The Record, Commencement, Adult Learners, June 2026, Graduation, Student Success, Class of 2026

2026 WCC Commencement Ceremony

WCC celebrates graduates at 2026 Commencement Ceremony

Fran LeFort - May 17, 2026

Approximately 2,600 associate degrees and certificates were awarded by President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca at Washtenaw Community College's 2026 Commencement Ceremony Saturday.

View Post :   WCC celebrates graduates at 2026 Commencement Ceremony

tags: Commencement, June 2026, Graduation, On The Record

WCC Graduates

Graduate Profiles: Meet the WCC Class of 2026

Rich Rezler - May 13, 2026

The paths to graduation looked very different for Washtenaw Community College students, but together their stories reflect the wide range of programs, experiences and opportunities that shape the Class of 2026.

View Post :   Graduate Profiles: Meet the WCC Class of 2026

tags: Graduation, Alumni Profile, Student Success, On The Record, Class of 2026, Commencement, June 2026

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Graduates of WCC nursing program celebrated at pinning ceremony

Rich Rezler - May 05, 2026

Family and friends filled Towsley Auditorium on the Washtenaw Community College campus to celebrate the 67-member Winter graduating cohort of the WCC Nursing program on Monday, May 4.

View Post :   Graduates of WCC nursing program celebrated at pinning ceremony

tags: Graduation, Pinning Ceremony, Class of 2026, On The Record, June 2026, Nursing

Alyshia Dyer keynote address

WCC celebrates Corrections Academy graduates

Rich Rezler - May 02, 2026

The Washtenaw Community College Public Service Training department honored its 16-member Spring Class of 2026 with a graduation ceremony on Friday, May 1.

View Post :   WCC celebrates Corrections Academy graduates

tags: June 2026, Correctons Academy, Class of 2026, Graduation, On The Record, Public Service Training

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Two WCC video students claim statewide production awards

Rich Rezler - April 30, 2026

Jake Wilkins and Faith Pearson took top honors at the Michigan chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' Student Production Awards.

View Post :   Two WCC video students claim statewide production awards

tags: On The Record, June 2026, Awards, Student Production Awards, Digital Video Production, Student Success

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WCC students converting 1974 Volkswagen into electric vehicle

Fran LeFort - April 27, 2026

Students in Washtenaw Community College’s Transportation Technologies programs are bringing a 1974 Volkswagen Thing into the electric age by converting the vintage vehicle into a fully electric car as part of a hands-on learning project.

View Post :   WCC students converting 1974 Volkswagen into electric vehicle

tags: Automotive Refinishing, Advanced Transportation Center, Auto Body, June 2026, On The Record, Automotive Services, Transportation Technologies, Electric Vehicles

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WCC Foundation Women's Council honoring three community leaders

WCC Public Relations - April 27, 2026

A trio of dedicated community leaders are among the women to be honored at the 29th annual WCC Foundation Women’s Council Celebration Luncheon.

View Post :   WCC Foundation Women's Council honoring three community leaders

tags: Sheroes, WCC Foundation, Student Impact Fund, June 2026, On The Record, Women's Council

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