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VGCC to offer Biotech Workshop to high school students

Posted on February 27, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Vance-Granville Community College has scheduled its second annual Biotech Workshop for local high school students, as the first in a series of VGCC Arts & Sciences Camps and Workshops being held this year.   All tenth, eleventh and twelfth graders who have taken or are currently taking biology and chemistry are invited to attend the … Read More

VGCC to Launch New Software for Hiring Process

Posted on February 24, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Later this month, Vance-Granville Community College (VGCC) will launch a new robust web-based software solution to automate and streamline the application / hiring process and to improve communications with job applicants.   The software, PeopleAdmin , is a leader in talent management solutions for higher education and government employers. More than 700 organizations utilize PeopleAdmin, … Read More

VGCC Manufacturing training course starts March 3

Posted on February 19, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Vance-Granville Community College is taking another step towards helping displaced workers get back on the job with Certified Production Technician (CPT) training.   As part of the North Carolina Back-to-Work program, CPT classes will run March 3 through May 7. Classes will be held Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the college’s Main … Read More

VGCC Child Care Center kids learn about Dental Hygiene

Posted on February 17, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Children enrolled in the Child Care Center on Vance-Granville Community College’s Main Campus recently enjoyed a visit from Suzanne Cheever, a dental hygienist from the office of Dr. Wilson Hoyle in Henderson. Cheever’s visit on Feb. 5 was planned in conjunction with a unit of study on Dental Health. February is National Children’s Dental Health … Read More

VGCC hosts noted Education Innovation expert

Posted on February 17, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Vance-Granville Community College recently welcomed a nationally-known author, innovator and expert in the field of higher education. In January, Dr. Terry O’Banion addressed a convocation of all VGCC faculty and staff, and also offered a break-out session for employees involved in student services and the college’s Quality Enhancement Plan, which deals with academic advising and … Read More

Local musicians invited to join Vance-Granville Community Band

Posted on February 17, 2014 by VGCC Staff
The all-volunteer Vance-Granville Community Band has started rehearsals again for the 2014 year and is inviting interested musicians of all ages to become new members.   Since it was first formed in 2008, the community band has included Vance-Granville Community College students, local high school students, educators, and interested citizens from all four counties of … Read More

Area artists take part in VGCC Black History Month Gospel Celebration

Posted on February 12, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Vance-Granville Community College held a Gospel Celebration on Feb. 6 in honor of Black History Month, and in the spirit of bringing together the college with the communities it serves. The event, organized by the college’s Division of Business and Applied Technologies , was held in the VGCC Civic Center. Steven Hargrove, VGCC Department Chair … Read More

VGCC and Chamber partner for Tourism discussion

Posted on February 12, 2014 by VGCC Staff
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce , in partnership with Vance-Granville Community College’s Small Business Center , will present a “Lunch Break to Educate” seminar, called “Tourism: What’s on Your Mind?” on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from Noon until 1 p.m. in Room 7107 (Building 7) on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County.   Nancy Wilson, Director … Read More

VGCC Small Business Center offers Technology seminar

Posted on February 11, 2014 by VGCC Staff
An upcoming free seminar offered by the Small Business Center at Vance-Granville Community College will help local business owners make the most of technology.   The “Technology Tips for Small Businesses” seminar is scheduled to be held on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 6 until 9 p.m. in room 7136 on the college’s Main Campus in … Read More

VGCC adding Gerontology concentration to Human Services program

Posted on February 11, 2014 by VGCC Staff
Starting this fall, Vance-Granville Community College will offer a new Gerontology degree, as a concentration within the Human Services Technology program. This new concentration will prepare students to specialize in direct service delivery to older adults and their families. VGCC recently became one of only six North Carolina community colleges approved to offer the Human … Read More