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At Blue Ridge Community College, we transform lives through the power of learning.

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#YearInReview: This July, Blue Ridge Community College welcomed three new members to the Board of Trustees: Dr. Jennifer S. Hensley, Dr. Arthur H. Pearsall, and W. Richard Rhodes.

Read: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/07/14/blue-ridge-community-college-welcomes-three-new-trustees-reappoints-three/
Blue Ridge Community College Welcomes Three New Trustees, Reappoints Three - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured Photo: Blue Ridge Community College’s newest trustees include (left to right) Dr. Jennifer S. Hensley, Dr. Arthur H. Pearsall, and W. Richard Rhodes. Benjamin Rickert, Marketing & Communications Dept. ...
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December 28, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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#YearInReview: In July, Blue Ridge welcomed Dr. Dolly Horton as the College’s new vice president for instruction and chief academic officer.

Read: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/07/15/blue-ridge-community-college-welcomes-dr-dolly-horton-as-new-vice-president-for-instruction/

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Blue Ridge Community College Welcomes Dr. Dolly Horton as New Vice President for Instruction - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Dr. Dolly Horton stands in the Patton Building of Blue Ridge Community College on July 15, 2025. (Photo by: Benjamin Rickert.) Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community ...
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December 27, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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#YearInReview: On June 5, Blue Ridge hosted a graduation ceremony for graduates of the Adult High School and High School Equivalency programs.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/06/09/blue-ridge-honors-2025-graduates-of-adult-high-school-and-high-school-equivalency-programs/

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Blue Ridge Honors 2025 Graduates of Adult High School and High School Equivalency Programs - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Graduates of Blue Ridge Community College’s Adult High School and High School Equivalency programs pose together after their graduation ceremony. (Photo by Rich Keen, Marketing and Communications Dept.) ...
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December 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Thanks to the Biltmore Beacon for sharing in the celebration for our recently graduated firefighters!

Read: https://www.biltmorebeacon.com/community/cultivating-the-next-generation-of-fire-fighters/article_5f8cdfb7-c5b3-44b0-b19e-1d6b8cbe4283.html

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Cultivating the next generation of fire fighters
Fueling the firefighting workforce of Western North Carolina, the Henderson County Fire Academy graduated nine cadets this month.
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December 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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#YearInReview: In May, Blue Ridge announced the appointment of Dr. Constance “Connie” Wolfe as the College’s new executive vice president of programs.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/05/15/blue-ridge-community-college-welcomes-dr-constance-connie-wolfe-as-new-executive-vice-president-of-programs/
Blue Ridge Community College Welcomes Dr. Constance “Connie” Wolfe as New Executive Vice President of Programs - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Dr. Connie Wolfe stands in the Patton Building of Blue Ridge Community College on May 15, 2025. (Photo by: Benjamin Rickert.) Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community ...
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December 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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#YearInReview: A local business owner lost millions in Hurricane Helene. After contacting the Small Business Center, rebuilding became possible.

Read: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/07/09/replanting-hope-a-local-nursery-finds-recovery-support-through-blue-ridges-small-business-center/
Replanting Hope: A Local Nursery Finds Recovery Support through Blue Ridge's Small Business Center - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Business owner Robert Stine stands near rows of young plants growing at Botanical Treasures in Hoopers Creek, North Carolina, in May of 2025. Hurricane Helene destroyed Stine’s business ...
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December 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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#YearInReview: Blue Ridge is building the healthcare workforce in WNC!

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/05/02/blue-ridge-community-college-bolsters-healthcare-workforce-through-nursing-pathways/

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Blue Ridge Community College Bolsters Healthcare Workforce through Nursing Pathways - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured Photo: Nurse Aide students at Blue Ridge Community College study outside the Health Sciences Center in downtown Hendersonville. (Photo by: Benjamin Rickert.) Marketing & Communications Dept. As the need ...
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December 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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#YearInReview: On April 21, 2025, UNC Charlotte and Blue Ridge Community College signed the ‘49erNext’ co-admissions/transfer agreement.

Read the story: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/04/21/49ernext-blue-ridge-community-college-and-university-of-north-carolina-at-charlotte-sign-transfer-agreement/
49erNext: Blue Ridge Community College and University of North Carolina at Charlotte Sign Transfer Agreement - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured Photo: UNC Charlotte Chancellor Dr. Sharon L. Gaber (left) and Blue Ridge Community College President Dr. Laura B. Leatherwood (right) shake hands after signing the 49erNext transfer agreement on ...
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December 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Many thanks to the Transylvania Times for this story on Glenda McCarson and her wonderful career here at Blue Ridge!

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McCarson retires after 28 years at Blue Ridge Community College
After twenty-eight years of relationship building and service to the community, Blue Ridge Associate Vice President Glenda McCarson will retire at the end of 2025.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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There’s still time to make a difference before the year ends! 💙 As we approach December 31, our Educational Foundation invites you to take action by making a year-end gift.

Give today: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/12/19/foundation-year-end-gift/

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December 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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#YearInReview: Blue Ridge celebrated the grand opening of its new automated greenhouse on April 10, 2025, during a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Henderson County Campus.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/04/10/blue-ridge-community-college-celebrates-grand-opening-of-new-automated-greenhouse/
Blue Ridge Community College Celebrates Grand Opening of New Automated Greenhouse - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: The ribbon cutting ceremony at the opening of the new automated greenhouse Blue Ridge Community College’s Henderson County Campus. (Photo above by: Benjamin Rickert. High resolution images are ...
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December 23, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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At Blue Ridge, we know gaining skills quickly is a priority for many students. Short Courses were designed with that need in mind.

Learn more and register today at www.blueridge.edu/short-courses.

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December 23, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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#YearInReview: In April 2025, Blue Ridge student Stephanie White shared her inspiring story at the North Carolina Community Colleges Awards Dinner and Celebration.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/04/04/blue-ridge-student-speaks-at-statewide-nc-community-colleges-celebration/

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Blue Ridge Student Speaks at Statewide NC Community Colleges Celebration - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Blue Ridge Community College student Stephanie White (center) with President Dr. Laura Leatherwood and Success Coach Crystal Bradshaw at the North Carolina Community Colleges Awards Dinner and Celebration. ...
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December 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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#YearInReview: Over the last years and especially in 2025, the region has seen a huge need for civil engineers. Blue Ridge is stepping up meet that need.

Read the story: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/04/03/civil-engineering-program-fills-critical-regional-need/

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Civil Engineering Program Fills Critical Regional Need - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Adjunct instructor Christopher Milan’s land surveying class learns how to use equipment. (Photo by Emily Gill) By Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications Dept. Blue Ridge Community College emphasizes ...
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December 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Graduation is always a time of celebration! Congratulations once again to the Class of 2025!

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Commencement Celebration Fall 2025
YouTube video by Blue Ridge Community College
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December 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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#YearInReview: In March 2025, Blue Ridge expanded its fire and rescue training capabilities with the addition of a new structure.

Read the story: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/03/21/blue-ridge-community-college-expands-fire-and-rescue-training-with-new-training-structure/
Blue Ridge Community College Expands Fire and Rescue Training with New Training Structure - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: A crane places Conex containers to create the Fire Training Center, part of the College’s Public Safety Training Facility in Henderson County. (Photo by Rich Keen, Blue Ridge ...
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December 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Business and organizational leaders: Our next session of Mission Accelerator in partnership with the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Jan. 28, 2026.

https://www.wncbusiness.com/2025/12/17/557981/mission-accelerator-program-helps-organizations-enter-2026-with-a-clear-success-plan
December 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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#YearInReview: To boost the post-hurricane construction workforce, NCCER and Lowe’s partnered with Blue Ridge to provide free construction training.

https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/03/31/nccer-and-lowes-partner-with-blue-ridge-community-college-for-post-hurricane-construction-workforce-training/
NCCER and Lowe’s Partner with Blue Ridge Community College for Post-Hurricane Construction Workforce Training - Blue Ridge Community College
Innovative skilled trades program brings training and jobs to communities impacted by natural disasters A Press Release of Blue Ridge Community College and the National Center for Construction Education and ...
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December 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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"When students need help, it is our opportunity and responsibility as educators to step in and
make a difference." -Dr. Laura B. Leatherwood

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/12/15/success-coach-workforce/

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The Power of Coaching: A Twofold Workforce Development Strategy That Works - Blue Ridge Community College success coach workforce
Featured photo: Crystal Bradshaw (left) and Ann Beckner (right) serve as success coaches atBlue Ridge Community College, helping adult learners overcome obstacles to reach their fullcareer and academic potential. (Photo ...
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December 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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All year, every year, Blue Ridge focuses on building the workforce and providing steady career opportunities for their students.

Read: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/02/20/collision-repair-and-refinishing-technology-opens-doors-to-local-jobs/

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Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Opens Doors to Local Jobs - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: Logan Allison pictured working in a collision classes during his time as a student at Blue Ridge Community College. Photo by Rich Keen. Emily Gill, Marketing & Communications ...
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December 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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2025 has been full of opportunities! In February, President Dr. Laura Leatherwood wrote an article about electric vehicles and a new era of driving.

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/02/06/a-new-era-of-driving-building-the-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-through-community-college-education/
A New Era of Driving: Building the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Through Community College Education - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured photo: At Blue Ridge Community College in Henderson County, high school students in the Career and College Promise program explore two new electric vehicles used for instruction within the ...
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December 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Make a plan now for spring Short Courses at Blue Ridge!

Our 8-week Short Courses offer the flexibility you need to earn full credit in half the time, all in an abbreviated format, either on-campus or online.

Learn more and register today at www.blueridge.edu/short-courses
December 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Our Blue Ridge team knows how to celebrate the season! 🎄✨ Here are just a few members of our Leadership Team showing their holiday spirit on campus this week. We hope our students and employees are feeling the joy and looking forward to the holidays ahead! 🎁❄️

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December 18, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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What a year 2025 has been! Each December, we review some highlights from throughout the year.

Read January's story: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/01/17/blue-ridge-board-of-trustees-adopts-resolution-of-gratitude-acknowledging-community-college-support-following-helene/

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Blue Ridge Board of Trustees Adopts ‘Resolution of Gratitude’ Acknowledging Community College Support Following Helene - Blue Ridge Community College
Marketing & Communications Dept. On Jan. 13, the Board of Trustees of Blue Ridge Community College proudly recognized the extraordinary support received from 13 community colleges across North Carolina and ...
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December 18, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Blue Ridge Community College’s Mission Accelerator program is helping leaders strengthen alignment and plan strategically for the year ahead.

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2025/12/17/mission-accelerator-business-program/
Mission Accelerator Program Helps Organizations Enter 2026 with a Clear Success Plan - Blue Ridge Community College
Featured Photo: The summer 2025 cohort of the Mission Acceleration Business Accelerator program stand together in the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by: Rich Keen.) Marketing & Communications Dept. ...
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December 17, 2025 at 8:35 PM