Wytheville Community College

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Wytheville Community College (WCC) is a public community college in Wytheville, Virginia, United States. 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.[1]

  • 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.

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