[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…
Category: Student Success
Viking Spotlight: Callie Simmons is ‘First Gen’
[Clinton, N.C.] – Callie Dakota Simmons is a current student in Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Associate of Arts (A.A.) program. Beginning as a Career & College Promise (CCP) student in 2023, she’s now on track to graduate in May with her degree—becoming the first in her family to do so. A graduate of Clinton High…
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…
Viking Spotlight: Yasmin Alvarez Interns with SCC Marketing Dept.
[Clinton, N.C.] – Yasmin Alvarez is a junior at Clinton High School (CHS) who is also dual-enrolled at Sampson Community College (SCC) as part of the Career & College Promise (CCP) program. With a love for graphic design, Alvarez recently joined the SCC Marketing Team as a student intern, learning more about the profession while…
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…
SCC to Offer Agriculture Apprenticeship Academy
[Clinton, N.C.] – Beginning in Summer 2025, Sampson Community College (SCC) will host an inaugural Southeastern Education and Economic Development (SEED) Agriculture Pre-Apprenticeship Academy on campus. The program is an essential learning opportunity for high school students planning to pursue an agricultural career in the future. Created through the North Carolina Business Committee for Education…
Viking Spotlight: Yazmine Hayes Joins Ranks of Female HEO Graduates
[Clinton, N.C.] – Yazmine Hayes is a recent graduate of Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program, which began enrolling students in Fall 2023. Graduating in December 2024, then immediately joining the workforce, Hayes became the second female to earn the certification at SCC– helping pave the path for other women in trades….
Viking Spotlight: Tyler Ward Earns Academic Excellence Award
[Clinton, N.C.]—Tyler Ward is a current senior at Sampson Early College High School (SECHS) who is also dual-enrolled at Sampson Community College (SCC) in pursuit of three degrees. Planning to graduate in May 2025, Ward was recently nominated as the College’s Academic Excellence Award winner for the 2024-2025 academic year— the highest academic honor the…
Viking Spotlight: Zatasia Crumpler Pursues 3rd SCC Degree
[Clinton, N.C.]— Zatasia Crumpler is a former Cosmetology & Natural Hair Care graduate from Sampson Community College (SCC) who recently returned to earn her degree in Information Technology (IT)- Systems Security. Graduating from Union High in 2014, Crumpler enrolled in SCC’s Cosmetology program immediately after high school. She eventually earned her Associate of Applied Science…
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…
Hands-On Learning at SCC Prepares Students for Ag Careers
[CLINTON, N.C.] – In Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Agribusiness Technology & Applied Animal Science programs, hands-on experiences like field trips and lab activities are shaping the next generation of agricultural professionals. Through immersive learning opportunities, students gain real-world insights, connect with potential employers, and prepare for successful careers in the ever-evolving agricultural industry. “Many of…
SCC Welcomes Runners for Largest Annual ‘Shuffle’
[Clinton, N.C.] – On the morning of Saturday, November 23, Sampson Community College (SCC) held its 4th annual Sampson Shuffle 5K & Fun Run event, themed the “Turkey Special.” Partnering with the Sampson County YMCA and Full Send Racing, plus four corporate sponsors, over 200 participants ran in support of student success— with proceeds going…
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