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West End Baptist Church Endows VGCC scholarship

April 4, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Representatives of VGCC and West End Baptist Church pose with a poster-sized sample check
West End Baptist Church has endowed a new scholarship to support students enrolled at Vance-Granville Community College. The newly established scholarship represents years of dedication and contributions from West End Baptist Church (WEBC). By donating $15,000 to the VGCC Foundation (VGCCF), the church has established this scholarship at the “Presidential Merit Award” level; that means … Read More

VGCC Signs New Partnership with NC Wesleyan

March 29, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
The presidents of NCWU and VGCC shake hands at the institutions' official signing ceremony
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) recently signed an agreement that will help qualified graduates of Vance-Granville Community College transfer to NC Wesleyan. The agreement aims to provide a seamless transfer for students who enroll at Wesleyan following completion of their two-year degree at VGCC. VGCC President Dr. Rachel Desmarais is optimistic that this new partnership … Read More

Request For Proposals For Legal Services

March 16, 2023 | by Spence Bailey
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The Board of Trustees of Vance-Granville Community College (VGCC) is requesting proposals for consideration of legal services in the form of general counsel for the Board. Those interested in submitting applications for consideration to provide legal services should submit in writing a proposal that provides the following: Resume that describes legal credentials and experiences that … Read More

VGCC Nursing Program Head Elected to Statewide Nursing Board

March 16, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Photo of Dr. Anna Seaman at the NCBON headquarters in Raleigh
Dr. Anna Seaman, program head and instructor of Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) at Vance-Granville Community College, was sworn in as a newly elected member of the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) on February 21. A career nurse with decades of experience, Seaman holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, one of the highest … Read More

VGCC Presents Inaugural Black Business & Non-Profit Organization Awards Luncheon

March 7, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Representatives from VGCC and Gateway CDC present the Legacy Business award to Fred's Towing & Transport
In recognition of Black History Month, Vance-Granville Community College in partnership with Gateway Community Development Corporation proudly presented the inaugural Black Business & Non-Profit Organization Award Ceremony on Thursday, February 23. The goal was to honor the rich contributions Black-owned businesses and non-profit organizations have made to the quality of life within Vance, Granville, Franklin, … Read More

VGCC’s Annual Golf Tournament Returns in May 2023

February 22, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Photo of participants from the 2022 VGCCF Golf Tournament
Registration is currently underway for the region’s most anticipated golf event! Vance-Granville Community College’s 39th Annual VGCC Foundation Golf Tournament will take place May 8 and 9 at Henderson Country Club . The event invites golfers and non-golfers alike to unite in support of the college and its impact on the four-county service area. The … Read More

VGCC names Dr. Kim Sepich as New Vice President

February 16, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Dr. Kim Sepich, Vice President of Learning, Student Engagement and Success at VGCC
Vance-Granville Community College recently named Dr. Kim Sepich as its new Vice President of Learning, Student Engagement and Success. Sepich has longstanding North Carolina roots, having grown up in the Triad region and attended college in the western part of the state. She has spent the past four years living in Franklin County, part of … Read More

V.I.E.W. Announces 2023 Women’s Summit

February 8, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
A photo of a young Black woman with braided hair smiling and wearing sunglasses.
Vance-Granville’s Initiative on Equity for Women of Color ( V.I.E.W. ) presents a summit dedicated to empowerment and professional development. This event entitled “Embodying Self & Thriving with Purpose – The Glow Up” will take place on Thursday, March 23, from noon to 3 p.m. Discussion topics will include career development, health/wellness, self-care, and advocacy. … Read More

VGCC names 312 students to President’s and Dean’s Lists

January 30, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
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Vance-Granville Community College has announced that 132 students earned President’s List academic honors and another 180 earned Dean’s List academic honors for the fall 2022 semester, which ended in December. The President’s List recognizes students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade-point average (GPA) while carrying a “full load” (of at least 12 credit hours) in … Read More

First Annual VGCC Honor Band Concert to take place next week

January 18, 2023 | by VGCC Public Information
Graphic image in white, green, and yellow, promoting the first annual VGCC Honor Band.
Vance-Granville Community College will host the first annual VGCC Honor Band for area high school students on Friday, January 27 and Saturday, January 28. Participating band students were nominated by their respective school band directors for their musical talent and passion. Participants will learn new music especially for this event. Music selections had not yet … Read More