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Kim White stands in front of the Chadbourn Bell Pavilion.
White brings ‘helpful and approachable nature’ to human resources office at SCC
Kim White, a Whiteville native, stepped into her new role as Human Resources Director at Southeastern Community College in April this year. Balancing the best interests of the college and its employees, White describes herself as the “middleman” making sure all the processes are followed. She wants all employees to be equipped with the tools they need to succeed in their role. 
Davis Strickland stands in the Electrical Engineering lab at SCC.
SCC electrical engineering student wins SECU’s ‘People Helping People’ scholarship
Davis Strickland, a Whiteville native and Electrical Engineering Technology student, is one of two recipients of the “People Helping People” scholarship funded by the State Employees Credit Union Foundation. The scholarship, valued at $5,000, covers two years of tuition with $1,250 covering each semester. Overcoming the pain, surgeries and recovery of a motorcycle accident earlier this year, Strickland said this scholarship helps ease financial burdens and puts him closer to achieving his dream career in electrical engineering.
Rocco stands with SCC Foundation leadership at the luncheon.
SCC scholarship donors and scholars honored at annual luncheon event
The Southeastern Community College Foundation hosted its annual Donors and Scholars Luncheon to honor the scholarship donors and their recipients at Vineland Station Depot on Nov. 12. With more than $400,000 awarded annually in scholarships that benefits a multitude of students, SCC Foundation Executive Director Terrie Priest said the luncheon is one of her favorite events of the year. With nearly 100 people in attendance, she said "it's a great chance for students to connect with the donors." 
SCC President Dr. Chris English shakes hands with Dr. Robin Gary Cummings.
SCC signs BraveNation Advantage guaranteed admissions agreement with UNCP
Southeastern Community College partnered with UNC Pembroke in the BraveNation Advantage Guaranteed Admissions Pathway program. SCC President Dr. Chris English and UNCP Chancellor Dr. Robin Gary Cummings signed a memo of agreement in the Cartrette Building lobby on Nov. 7 to forge a seamless transfer path for SCC students to UNCP. 
SCC and RCC representatives stand together with the signed agreements.
SCC signs new transfer agreement with Robeson Community College
Southeastern Community College and Robeson Community College entered a Strategic Regional Partnership that facilitates a smooth transfer of SCC students to RCC in the Culinary Arts, Surgical Technology and Respiratory Therapy programs. SCC President Dr. Chris English and RCC President Melissa Singler signed articulation agreements in the RCC auditorium lobby on Nov. 4 to mark the occasion.
A student holds a $500 gift card
Register for spring semester for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card
“Spring into your future” at Southeastern Community College with spring registration starting on Nov. 3. Register on or before Dec. 12 to automatically enter a $500 Visa gift card drawing. Students may register online through Self Service or visit Student Services in A-building at SCC to speak with a student advisor: Julia Roberts, Jordan White or Jonathan Christian-Hodges. 
Chad Spicer and Christa Lynch stand in their work space.
Trading places: SCC medical lab graduates swap lives between Disney World and coastal N.C.
Southeastern Community College produced two standout Medical Laboratory Technology graduates who are working every day in a career they love. Christa Lynch, a 2019 graduate, recently moved from her Brunswick County lab manager position to working at her favorite place on Earth, Disney World. Chad Spicer, a 2020 graduate, moved from his marine biologist role at Sea World and Disney World to the shores of Ocean Isle Beach. With Lynch initially working with human samples and now working with animals and Spicer first working with animals and now working with human samples, they both share a common link: SCC’s MLT program. 
Graphic featuring the Aspen Institute logo and text reading “Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence – Top 200 – 2027,” displayed beside a Southeastern Community College “Welcome” banner with the Ram mascot outside a campus building.
The Aspen Institute Names Southeastern Community College as a Top 200 U.S. Community College Eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize
Southeastern Community College has been named one of the nation’s top 200 community colleges eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence — the country’s signature recognition of high achievement and student success. The honor places SCC among an elite group of colleges recognized for strong student outcomes, including completion, transfer, and career success.
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