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Peggy Yoder Blackmon nursing scholarship established at SCC

Submitted by Justin Smith, Southeastern Community College Director of Marketing and Public Affairs

Wednesday, February 27th, 2013, 12:03pm

Peggy Yoder Blackmon nursing scholarship established at SCC

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) - A retirement event honoring Peggy Yoder Blackmon was held on Jan. 15 in recognition of her 31 years of service to Southeastern Community College. During this time, Blackmon served as dean of nursing and was a teacher, mentor and advocate for innumerable nursing students and instructors as well.

She retired with the title dean of allied health and technologies, as her duties over the past few years had increased.

“Whether taking care of her own family or her Southeastern family, Peggy seems to always be tending to the needs of others,” SCC President Kathy Matlock said at the event. “That nurturing spirit, along with her background, has enabled her to relate so well to the students we serve.”

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Acme-Delco celebrates African culture

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 1:45pm

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Acme-Delco Elementary School recently celebrated African culture, according to the Columbus County Schools website.

April Turner, a performing artist, visited the school and taught students about culture, as well as stories, songs and dances.

The show helped build the community as students came together for a good cause.

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SCC offers GED and basic skills class at literacy council

Submitted by Justin Smith, Southeastern Community College Director of Marketing and Public Affairs

Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 11:38am

SCC offers GED and basic skills class at literacy council

It is becoming increasingly important to improve reading, writing and math skills in order to gain employment, enroll in college, or help children or grandchildren with schoolwork.

Southeastern Community College offers Basic Skills and GED classes to prepare individuals to successfully complete the high school equivalency diploma exam and to gain confidence in basic English, math and reading.

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Acme-Delco Middle holds career day

Submitted by Eric Davis, Meteorologist

Saturday, February 23rd, 2013, 5:04pm

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Acme-Delco Middle School held a career day on Friday.

The sixth, seventh, and eighth grade classes had a chance to visit many different booths set up by different professionals representing a wide range of career options.

First Alert Meteorologist Eric Davis represented WECT at its booth.

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SCC offers continuing education courses

Submitted by Justin Smith, Southeastern Community College Director of Marketing and Public Affairs

Friday, February 22nd, 2013, 4:20pm

Southeastern Community College’s Workforce and Community Development Division will offer a continuing education class and seminars in the coming weeks. To pre-register or for more information, call (910) 642-7141, ext. 296, 397 or 425.

Financial assistance with registration fees and books to gain new employment-related skills may be available through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and other funding sources.

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Students in class for President's Day, but off Friday

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director

Monday, February 18th, 2013, 3:34pm

Students in class for President's Day, but off Friday

WHITEVILLE, NC (WECT) – While some school districts are celebrating President’s Day with no school, others will get the time off later in the week.

Students in the Whiteville City School district will be out of the classroom Friday, Feb. 22 according to the school calendar.

Those students will get to enjoy an extra day this weekend.

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SCC to host financial aid night Feb. 26

Submitted by Justin Smith, Southeastern Community College Director of Marketing and Public Affairs

Friday, February 15th, 2013, 3:10pm

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) - The Southeastern Community College Financial Aid Office and the College Foundation of North Carolina will host a College Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the SCC Auditorium.

This workshop is intended for parents and prospective college students of all ages.

Topics will include the various types of financial aid, including Pell Grants, work-study, loans, N.C. Aid, and scholarships. An explanation of the application process, including the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Educational Tax Credits, will also be provided.

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