Campus Access Update: New Connector Now Open, Construction Continues

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC) is pleased to announce that the new North-Kitchin campus connector building is now open, providing access to the North Building, Kitchin Hall, the Learning Resource Center (LRC), and the elevator. Beginning construction in July 2024, the new change was prompted to bring SCC’s facilities up to an enhanced accessibility…

SCC Launches Flexible Online Construction Management Degree for Working Professionals

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC) is laying the foundation for tomorrow’s leaders in construction with the launch of its Online Construction Management Degree Pathway—designed specifically for working professionals ready to move up in the field. Combining online courses with Work-Based Learning (WBL), the program gives students the opportunity to earn college credit for the…

Big Ben, Baguettes, and Big Ideas: SCC Goes Abroad in 2027

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC) is crossing borders—literally. For the first time in SCC’s history, SCC is offering a faculty-led Study Abroad trip to London and Paris, March 26–April 2, 2027, opening the door to global learning for students and community members alike. Led by SCC faculty members Sarah Burgin and Josiah King, with…

Public Voting Now Open for SCC’s 2025 Public Art Installation

[CLINTON, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC), in partnership with the Sampson Arts Council and the SCC Foundation, invites the community to participate in selecting the third public art sculpture to be displayed at Sampson East Park. This annual initiative aims to enrich the campus and community environment through rotating public art installations. This year’s finalists…

Clinton Based Artist Fred Dufour Demonstrates Historic Tintype Photography at SCC

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC) welcomed North Carolina Photographer Fred Dufour to campus on March 27, 2025, where he introduced over 100 students to the historic art of tintype photography, also known as wet plate collodion. This unique photographic technique, which gained popularity in the 1870s, provided students with an opportunity to engage with…

SCC BLET Graduates Achieve 100% Pass Rate

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program is proud to announce that its night class graduates have achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate on the state certification exam. This outstanding accomplishment underscores the dedication, perseverance, and excellence of these future law enforcement professionals. What makes this achievement even more impressive…

SCC Hosts Annual ‘Viking Crucible’ Training Event

[Clinton, N.C.]– On Saturday, February 22, Sampson Community College (SCC) hosted its annual Viking Crucible training event, an intensive, hands-on simulation designed to prepare healthcare students for the realities of emergency medical care. In collaboration with SCC’s Nursing and EMS programs, the event provided a full-scale, high-fidelity experience spanning both pre-hospital and hospital environments. The…

Gregory Poole Brings State-of-the-Art Simulation Trailer to SCC’s HEO Class

[Clinton, N.C.]– On Monday, March 17, students in Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Heavy Equipment Operator program experienced a high-tech training opportunity as Gregory Poole Equipment Company rolled onto campus with its state-of-the-art simulator trailer. The mobile training unit features two advanced CAT simulators capable of replicating the operation of up to seven types of heavy…

SCC Experiences Unprecedented Spring Enrollment Growth

[Clinton, N.C.]– Sampson Community College (SCC) is grateful to welcome a record number of students this Spring, marking the largest enrollment growth in the College’s history. Over 1,700 students began classes in January, reflecting the trust placed in SCC by students, families, and the community, as the College remains deeply committed to serving them. “We…

SCC BOT Applauds Growth in Electrical & HVAC Programs, Approves Pursuit of New Degree

[Clinton, N.C.]– At last night’s regularly scheduled Board of Trustees meeting, Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Electrical and HVAC programs presented impressive data showcasing their rapid growth—expanding by over 200% in full-time equivalent (FTE) in the last five years. This success is credited to the innovative scheduling and dedication of SCC’s expert faculty, who continue to…

SCC Announces 2025 Artist Call

[CLINTON, N.C.] –Sampson Community College (SCC) is excited to announce its third Artist Call for a temporary public art sculpture at Sampson East Park. Artists are invited to submit proposals by 5 PM (EST) on Friday, March 21, 2025. The official Request for Proposals (RFP) can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/42LhCqw. An initiative that began in…

ECU & SCC to Host ‘Let’s Connect’ Event

[CLINTON, N.C.] – Sampson Community College (SCC) and East Carolina University (ECU) are partnering for a third time to present ‘Let’s Connect Sampson County.’ This bilingual event is designed to help students and families explore how attainable higher education can be.   Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with advisors, faculty, and current college students…