Coming June 1st – Introduction to CNC Machining
Beginning June 1st, Bladen Community College will offer a short-term training opportunity for those interested in obtaining machining skills or enhancing skills that they have learned in their current jobs. CNC machining skills are in high demand and wages reflect that demand. In response to the needs of local industry, Bladen Community College Continuing Education… Read More
Bladen Community College Announces 2020 Tree Campus Higher Education® Recognition
Dublin – In observance of Arbor Day 2021, Bladen Community College announces that it has achieved 2020 Tree Campus Higher Education® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective tree management. “Tree Campuses and their students set examples for not only their student bodies but the surrounding communities showcasing how trees create… Read More
Bladen Community Announces Student Awards for 2021
Each spring, Bladen Community College recognizes students with outstanding academic and personal achievements at a special ceremony. However, the COVID-19 pandemic changed this year’s plans and the annual event was not held. Honorees were recently mailed a congratulatory letter from the college president, Dr. Amanda Lee along with certificates of achievement. In her letter, Dr.… Read More
Bladen Community College Makes Plans for A Graduation Celebration on May 14th
On the evening of Friday, May 14th, Bladen Community College will honor its Class of 2021 with a special celebration event on campus including a virtual graduation ceremony. Our special campus celebration activities will start at 6pm until 8pm with the officially launch of the graduation ceremony video on a big outdoor screen starting with… Read More
From the President’s Desk – April 2021
It’s been quite a year since Bladen Community College made the announcement to transition to online learning. Last spring, none of us knew that the COVID-19 pandemic would impact our lives to such a degree and create so many changes. Thanks to the discipline and resilience of our students, faculty, and staff, learning never stopped. … Read More
Bladen Community College Ranks Among the Top Online Community Colleges
Bladen Community College has earned top ranking for Best Online Community Colleges by Intelligent.com. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 1,280 accredited colleges and universities. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment. The 2021 rankings are then calculated through a unique scoring system which… Read More
APRIL – National Poetry Month Observed By Bladen Community College
Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month reminds the public that poets have an integral role to play in our culture and that poetry matters. Over the years, it has become the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary… Read More
BCC STRONG! We are vaccinated!
Bladen Community College nursing students and faculty have been volunteering their time at Cape Fear Valley Health System -Bladen County Hospital vaccination clinic since Jan. 11. The vaccination clinic is mutually beneficial to the college and the community. Nursing students have not been able to go through their normal clinical placements because of restrictions in… Read More
Spring Has Sprung at BCC
Bladen Community College’s campus is showing off its beauty with Spring seasonal signatures such as flowers, bees, butterflies and the refreshing color of green surrounding the campus. It gives one a true sense of renewal and growth. A much needed sentiment in light of the pandemic confinement. A new and different evidence of the season… Read More
Accelerate Your Progress at BCC Beginning April 12th
Bladen Community College announces a new way to accelerate your progress to reaching your educational or career goals. A four (4) weeks mini- semester this spring with classes starting April 12th is now available for current and prospective students. Need to squeeze in a class this semester? Want to accomplish this while still being… Read More
INTRODUCING GALA DINNER TO GO
Bladen Community College Foundation creates a new spring special event, GALA Dinner To Go, to be held Saturday, March 13, 2021. Many community fundraising events have been canceled due to the pandemic and the Foundation’s annual event “Sunset and Vine” was one of them. In the spirit of the challenge and with compliance of COVID-19… Read More
Thinking About A New Career But Don’t Know Where to Start?
Thinking about a new career but don’t know where to start? Bladen Community College offers Workforce Continuing Education training for a wide variety of jobs in the community. A good example of Workforce Continuing Education training is the Client Service Training program. This course is offered to prepare individuals to work in an entry-level position… Read More
WGU North Carolina Signs Partnership Agreement with Bladen Community College
DUBLIN, N.C. (Jan. 12 , 2021) — WGU North Carolina, an affiliate of national online Western Governors University, has signed a partnership agreement with Bladen Community College. As part of the terms, BCC graduates will receive credit for their completed coursework and will be able to transfer seamlessly to WGU to pursue a bachelor’s degree.… Read More
Bladen Community College Adds New Feature “ASK ATLAS” To Its Website
Bladen Community College is pleased to announce the launch of “Ask Atlas”, an interactive chatbot, to answer questions from prospective and current students about the admissions process, registration, financial aid and other common topics. Bladen Community College’s chatbot is named Atlas and is a friendly squirrel icon on the college’s website that collects information from… Read More
Get Involved! Student Government Association (SGA) Elections Coming Up Soon
Bladen Community College Student Government Association (SGA) elections are coming up soon. SGA is actively seeking new members to run for officer and senator positions for the 2021-2022 academic year. For more information contact Crystal Dowd, Counselor & Student Activities Coordinator, at cdowd@bladencc.edu or phone 910.879.5620. SGA Officers for 2020-2021 currently are Michael Dunbar, President;… Read More
There is Still Time At Bladen Community College To Register For Eight Weeks Session
There’s still time to get started on college classes this spring with Bladen Community College. Apply now, enroll now and train now! The College is offering a spring mini- semester for eight (8) weeks where students have the opportunity to take classes and earn credit. Classes start on March 15th . The eight week classes… Read More
Bladen Community College to host Virtual Information Session for FALL 2021 Career and College Promise Program
DUBLIN –On Monday, February 15th, at 6 PM, Bladen Community College will host a virtual information session, for the parents of rising 11th grade and 12th grade high school students, who are interested in applying to the Career and College Promise Program for the Fall 2021 semester. Due to COVID-19, this meeting will be held… Read More
Bladen Community College trustee recognized by national ACCT – Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)
DUBLIN – Bladen Community College Trustee Dennis Troy has been recognized by the Board of Directors of national Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) for his service and leadership. Mr. Troy has been a member of the national board of the ACCT for the last three years. Previously, he served for three years on the… Read More
Methodist University and Bladen Community College Partnership Creates Clear and Easy Pathway for Transferring College Credit
Methodist University and Bladen Community College held a virtual signing Thursday as the presidents of each school, MU’s Dr. Stanley T. Wearden, and BCC’s Dr. Amanda Lee, signed a partnership agreement that makes transferring credits from Bladen Community College to Methodist’s four-year program much easier. Methodist University’s Provost, Dr. Suzanne Blum Malley and Associate VP… Read More
Cape Fear Farm Credit donates $30,000 to Bladen Community College for the purpose of building a greenhouse.
Cape Fear Farm Credit (CFFC) partners with Bladen Community College to provide resources to build a greenhouse that will enhance agricultural programs and enrich the lives of those in the community. “This donation is going to provide a greenhouse for our students and for our community,” said Dr. Amanda Lee, Bladen Community College President. “It… Read More
