[Clinton, N.C.]- On Thursday, May 8, 2025, Sampson Community College (SCC) held its Spring 2025 graduation, split between its Applied Science and College Transfer program ceremonies. Over 360 graduates crossed the stage at the Sampson County Exposition Center, marking the College’s fifty-eighth commencement since 1967. Almost 300 students completed a traditional degree or diploma pathway,…
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Viking Spotlight: Instructor Luke Matthews Earns Electrician License
[Clinton, N.C.] – Luke Matthews is an Industrial Technologies Instructor at Sampson Community College (SCC) who recently earned his NC Electrical License, adding to his Electrical System Technology and Industrial Systems Technology degrees. A former graduate of Lakewood High School and SCC, he continues to educate and mentor the next generation of electricians at the…
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…
SCC Partners with T.A. Loving Company for Training
[Clinton, N.C.] – Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program recently partnered with T.A. Loving Company of Goldsboro, N.C. to provide professional development training for their employees. Their collaboration is a testament to the high-quality operator training provided by SCC and desire to provide workforce training to meet industry demand. Ashley Grimes, 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…
Viking Spotlight: William Scharp’s Faith Fuels His Passion for Human Services
[Clinton, N.C.] – William Scharp is a current student in Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Human Services Technology (HST) program. Planning to graduate in May with an associate’s degree and two certificates, Scharp currently maintains a 4.0 GPA while balancing fatherhood, full-time work, and serving in ministry. His passion for education stems from the support of…
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…
Viking Spotlight: Megan Callahan Returns to SCC as Instructor
[Clinton, N.C.] – Megan Callahan is the current Simulation Coordinator for Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Nursing department. A Sampson County native, she graduated from Union High School and pursued her initial Nursing & Emergency Medical Science (EMS) degrees/certifications at SCC before transferring. After serving within the healthcare field, Callahan returned to SCC in 2023, this…
Fall 2024 President’s List, Dean’s List, and Honors List
Upon completion of each semester, Sampson Community College (SCC) has the opportunity to honor its students and their academic achievements through the following recognitions: The President’s List, Dean’s List, and Honors List. The President’s List: Includes students who attain a grade point average of 4.00 while earning 12 or more credit hours in a degree or…
SCC Honors Medical Assisting Instructors & Program Success During MA Awareness Week
[CLINTON, N.C.] – As part of Medical Assistant Awareness Week, Sampson Community College (SCC) celebrates its Medical Assisting (MA) Program, which has been preparing students for crucial roles in healthcare since 2016. The program’s success is driven by the passion and dedication of its instructors, including Department Chair Misti Wood, whose journey into medical assisting…
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