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SECU Bridge to Career Scholarships Available at Isothermal Community College - 26 March 2026

Isothermal Community College is offering up to 30 scholarships of $500 each through the SECU Bridge to Career Program, helping students pursue workforce training and industry-recognized credentials. Funds can be used for tuition, books, supplies, exams, and other training costs. The program supports short-term, career-focused training for in-demand jobs, removing financial barriers so students can gain the skills needed to launch meaningful careers.

Isothermal Community College to Launch NC Boost: North Carolina’s Accelerated College-to-Career Program in Fall 2026 - 09 March 2026

Isothermal Community College will launch NC Boost in Fall 2026, an accelerated college-to-career program designed to help students complete their degrees faster and enter high-wage, high-demand careers. Through dedicated advising, structured pathways, and a monthly student grant, NC Boost provides the support students need to stay on track and succeed.

Isothermal Community College Celebrates BLET Class 89 Graduation and Honors Director Philip Bailey’s Final Class - 05 February 2026

Isothermal Community College celebrated the graduation of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Class 89 on February 3. The class achieved a 100% pass rate on the North Carolina State Comprehensive Exam, completing 868 instructional hours under the state’s expanded curriculum. The ceremony also marked the final BLET class led by longtime Director Philip Bailey, who was recognized for his leadership and service.

Seven New Truck Drivers Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 18 December 2025

Isothermal Community College recently celebrated the graduation of seven students from its Truck Driver Training Program. The graduates are now fully trained and ready to start their careers in the transportation and logistics industry. Classes for the next session begin Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. For more information or to join the waiting list, contact Myron Greene at 828-395-1576 or mgreene@isothermal.edu.

Isothermal Community College Launches “Isothermal Works” Workforce Development Initiative with Support from NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation - 17 December 2025

Isothermal Community College has launched Isothermal Works, a new workforce development initiative designed to connect students to high-demand careers through hands-on, work-based learning experiences. Funded in part by the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation, the program partners with local school districts, employers, and workforce organizations to create clear pathways from high school to college and into the workforce across five key industries: healthcare, manufacturing and trades, IT, education, and public safety.

Isothermal Community College Honors 20 Students of the Semester – Fall 2025 - 15 December 2025

Isothermal Community College recognized 20 outstanding students during its Fall 2025 Learning College Students of the Semester Awards. The honorees were selected for their academic excellence, leadership, perseverance, and dedication to serving others. Students were nominated by their instructors across a wide range of programs, highlighting achievements in healthcare, technology, arts and sciences, early college pathways, and more. Full profiles of each award winner showcase their accomplishments and contributions to the campus and local community.

Thirty Paramedics and EMTs Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 15 December 2025

Isothermal Community College recognized 30 graduates from its Paramedic and Emergency Medical Technician programs during a certification ceremony held December 9 in the college gymnasium. The event marked the first public graduation ceremony for both programs, with 19 students earning paramedic certification and 11 completing EMT certification. All graduates seeking employment have already secured positions in the field, highlighting the strong workforce demand for EMS professionals.

Isothermal Community College and Trelleborg Celebrate Innovative Partnership - 17 November 2025

Isothermal Community College and Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics celebrated a year of collaboration that has advanced innovation and workforce development in Rutherford County. Over the past year, Trelleborg has operated a testing and training facility inside ICC’s engineering bays, using the space to refine new processes ahead of its upcoming Daniel Road expansion. The partnership has supported hands-on innovation, strengthened the local talent pipeline, and helped lay the groundwork for new high-skill manufacturing jobs in the region. College and company leaders highlighted the collaboration as a model of how education and industry can work together to drive community growth and opportunity.

Students inducted into National Technical Honor Society at Isothermal Community College - 13 November 2025

Isothermal Community College recently hosted the annual National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Induction Ceremony, celebrating students from Isothermal and local high schools for their academic achievement, leadership, and excellence in technical fields. The college’s chapter, guided by advisors Tiffany Cooper and Sarah Kilgo, continues to grow each year, supporting students as they develop skills for high-demand careers.

Isothermal Community College Selected as One of 200 Colleges Eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize - 28 October 2025

Isothermal Community College has been named one of 200 U.S. community colleges eligible to apply for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This recognition highlights the college’s strong student outcomes and commitment to student success.

Nine New Truck Drivers Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 08 October 2025

Nine students are ready to hit the road after graduating from Isothermal Community College’s Truck Driver Training Program.

RHI Legacy Foundation Awards $1 Million Grant to Support Isothermal’s Dr. Bobby F. England Health and Sciences Center - 09 October 2025

ICC has received a $1 million grant from the RHI Legacy Foundation to support the ongoing construction of the Dr. Bobby F. England Health and Sciences Center.

Isothermal Joins National Network Advancing High-Value Credentials That Lead to Good Jobs and Bachelor’s Degrees - 19 August 2025

ICC has joined the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program’s expanded Unlocking Opportunity network

New LPNs earn pins - 27 July 2025

20 practical nursing students were awarded their pins at a special ceremony this week.

New Law Expands Career and Education Opportunities for Isothermal Human Services Students - 16 July 2025

The recent passage of North Carolina General Assembly House Bill 562 (HB 562) marks a major step forward for students entering the Social and Human Services program at Isothermal Community College.