Wytheville Community College

Community college in Wytheville, Virginia, U.S.

NJCAA Division III – Carolinas Junior College Conference (Region 10)

Websitewww.wcc.vccs.edu

Wytheville Community College (WCC) is a public community college in Wytheville, Virginia. It is part of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). The college serves the citizens of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, Smyth (Marion and eastward), and Wythe counties, and the City of Galax.

History

The Virginia General Assembly authorized WCC's creation in 1962, as a two-year branch of Virginia Tech. The school opened for its first term on September 19, 1963. WCC joined the Virginia Community College System when it was formed in 1967.

Presidents of Wytheville Community College

WCC has had six presidents since becoming part of the VCCS in 1967. While a branch of Virginia Tech, it was headed by a director, overseen by the parent school's president and board of visitors. Dr. Dean E. Sprinkle has been president since 2015.^[3]

J. Wade Gilley (1967–1972)
Laurence V. Lauth (1972–1980)
William F. Snyder (1980– January 2, 2001)
Ann Alexander (2001–2006)
Charlie White (May 2006 – June 30, 2015)
Dean E. Sprinkle (July 1, 2015–present)

Academic offerings

WCC offers nearly thirty academic programs, which include university parallel programs (transfer), occupational-technical programs, and health professions programs. The college awards the associate degree, diplomas, and certificates.

References

^ "History of WCC: School Colors and Mascot". Wytheville Community College. Retrieved April 25, 2024.
^ "Wytheville Community College Style Guide". Wytheville Community College. February 2023. Retrieved April 25, 2024.
^ Vaughn, George B. (May 1987). Pursuing the American Dream: A History of the Development of the Virginia Community College System (PDF) (Report). Virginia Community College System. Retrieved April 26, 2024.