[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…
Viking Spotlight: Women in Welding at SCC
[Clinton, N.C.] – In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, Sampson Community College (SCC) is highlighting female students, faculty, staff who have thrived in various trade programs at the College— breaking barriers and inspiring others to follow. One of these programs is Welding Technology, where three students, Lilyanne White, Kira Rebuck, and Ashley Martinez-Pompa…
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…
Viking Spotlight: Women in Construction at SCC
[Clinton, N.C.] – In celebration of Women’s History Month, Sampson Community College (SCC) is highlighting female students, faculty, staff who have thrived in various trade programs at the College— breaking barriers and inspiring others to follow. One of these programs is Building Construction Technology, where two students, Elainna Phillip and Alexandra Vlahos, with instructor, Carla…
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 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: 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…
ACE Students Participate in ‘Night to Shine’ Event
[Clinton, N.C.]- On Friday, February 7th, Sampson Community College’s (SCC) Academy of Continuing Excellence (ACE) students had the honor of attending the ‘Night to Shine’ event hosted by First Methodist Church in Clinton. One of the biggest events of the year for the program, students were able to attend a spectacular prom-type experience. ‘Night to…
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…
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