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Graduate spotlight: Autumn Ambrose
August 1, 2023
Autumn Ambrose, originally from Long Island, New York, made a life-changing decision to enroll at CFCC. After experiencing anxiety in traditional public schools and feeling overwhelmed by large classrooms and making new friends, Autumn knew it was time for a change. With the pandemic shifting classes to online platforms, Autumn saw it as the perfect … Read More CFCC student veteran transfers to NC State with Goodnight Scholarship
July 31, 2023
Jimmy Nicholas was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and immigrated to California with his family at the age of 2. They moved around the United States before eventually settling in Wilmington. In 2017, he made the decision to join the Army and successfully completed boot camp while in high school. His dedication to … Read More CFCC student rediscovers her love of science
July 26, 2023
Maggie Vaughan’s journey took an unexpected turn after obtaining her bachelor’s degree in biology in 2012. Originally aspiring to attend veterinary school, life’s circumstances led her to work as a finance manager for a local truck dealership. Despite the change in career trajectory, her dream of becoming a veterinarian never faded. In the summer of … Read More Student Spotlight: Ellianna Farley
July 11, 2023
Meet Ellianna Farley, a pharmacy technology student at CFCC who is excited about her role in providing quality patient care. Ellianna is nearing completion of CFCC’s Pharmacy Technology program, which has an impressive 100% employment rate for graduates. This program not only equipped her with comprehensive training and hands-on clinical experience but is also preparing … Read More How CFCC student veteran is turning his cooking passion into a career
July 7, 2023
After dedicating 15 years of his life to serving as a medic in the U.S. Army, Jerrad Cornish’s journey took an unexpected turn. During his last deployment, he suffered an injury that rendered him unable to continue his duties. Consequently, Jerrad found himself discharged from the Army, faced with the daunting task of forging a … Read More Noemi’s Path to Nursing Success
June 30, 2023
When Noemi Collier embarked on her healthcare journey, she saw Medical Assisting as a stepping stone toward her ultimate goal of becoming a nurse. While working as a medical assistant, Noemi collaborated with nurse practitioners, gaining valuable insight into the nursing profession. The mentorship provided by the nurse practitioners played a pivotal role in shaping … Read More From addiction to inspiration: A CFCC student’s journey of resilience and redemption
June 21, 2023
Wilmington native Michael King’s life took a dark turn when he began drinking at 14. In 2019, he faced end-stage liver failure and struggled to find a treatment center until he discovered Coastal Horizons. After completing their training program in just three months, he presented his certificate for organ transplant consideration. Unfortunately, COVID-19 emerged, creating … Read More Glen’s journey from desk job to mechanical passion
June 14, 2023
After seven and a half years of working for a delivery company, Glen Garriss reached a pivotal realization: without a high school diploma, his prospects for advancement within the company were limited. Recognizing the need for a change and determined to chart a new career path, Glen began weighing his options. Together with his wife, … Read More CFCC nurse aide student wins statewide SkillsUSA competition
June 8, 2023
While attending Pender County High School, McKenlea Horrell embarked on the education fast-track by also enrolling at Cape Fear Community College (CFCC). She wanted to take advantage of the free college courses and expand her knowledge and skills beyond the standard high school curriculum. BROADENING HORIZONS: DUAL ENROLLMENT AT CFCC Dual enrollment allowed McKenlea to … Read More From hometown to automotive career: Noah George’s transformative journey at CFCC
June 2, 2023
Noah George made a bold decision to leave his hometown in Indiana and relocate to Wilmington to pursue his passion for automotive customizing. His love for cars fueled his determination to find a school that could provide him with the necessary training. Among the states that offered the program he sought, Noah found the CFCC … Read More 