SCC House Provides Shelter For Learning

House #6 is currently FOR SALE and is priced at $55,000. Anyone needing more information about the program or purchasing the house can contact Barney Grady at bgrady@sampsoncc.edu or at 910-592-8081 extension 7005. Any time you can foster an idea that provides a win-win scenario all the way around, you build on it. And that’s exactly…

50th Spotlight: Steve Vernon

After graduating from Clinton High School in 1977, Steve Vernon visited Sampson Community College (SCC) for the first time, with the intent to further his education. However, plans changed and his college career was put on hold as he accepted a job within the manufacturing industry. “When the company I worked for suddenly closed and…

50th Spotlight: Vanessa Garcia

As a Sampson Early College graduate, Vanessa Garcia recalls her first day of class in August of 2007. “Our class was the 3rd cohort since the Early College program began in 2005. As one can imagine, it is a big transition going from middle school to not only high school, but to college as well….

50th Spotlight: Nicole Wilson

“My connection with Sampson Community College has lasted longer than I could have imagined” chuckles Nicole Wilson, SCC graduate. “I started at SCC in 1995 when I took a CNA course through Continuing Education. Later, I continued my educational journey to receive an Associates in Early Childhood Education in 2006. Now, in my current positon…

50th Spotlight: Denise Rackley

“Dear Student, take advantage of your local community college” emphasizes Denise Rackley, Sampson Community College former student and retiree, “Get your first two years of education here as it is much cheaper than beginning at a four-year school and this time can help you narrow down what program you’d like to enter when you transfer. If you’re not interested in…

50th Spotlight: Sabrina Pope

“Dear Student,” smiles Sampson Community College graduate and current nursing instructor Sabrina Pope, “reflect upon the words of Nelson Mandela throughout your journey: education is a powerful weapon that you use to change the world. Additionally, resolve to make a lasting, positive impact wherever you go.” As Sampson Community College celebrates its 50th Anniversary in 2017,…