Wilkes Community College - Cougar Yearbook (Wilkesboro, NC)

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An aerial view of the campus shows Wilkes Commu- nity College in its' entirely. , A, ,..,.. ...ugnbwsvi '14, 1' l Humanities, Social Sciences, Human Service, and Gym classes meet in the Technical Arts Building. Thompson Hall houses the Library, Administrative Offices, Commons, and the Business Department, -L+.. - THQNPSON HALL - ul -x i . ff 'z i r M l ' I i -Q' A '-wt, , sf-Nat 'I 1' MQ 1' . i' Y: L., ,fav- 2.-5, Kp Vim. 1 , ,M - V .A , ,Q of Mg' -54.3, gi-WM 7' r Q, - C f,i,.-2-,-,:a,s1-,ti,. - '? ','f..'C, -- ,fJ'7?f'1si ' ' ' kg.-A ln the Power Mechanics Building students take classes in the Diesel and Equipment Technology and Automotive Mechanics Program. Campus - 5

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short History Of wcc 1 Students Proud f College ecently, many changes have taken place at Wilkes Com- munity College. We are very proud of the additions that were made to our campus over the last eight years. The campus has be- come one of the most beautiful in the state and has even been de- clared an official state tourist attraction. 1979 - The beautification of the steps and gardens linking Thompson Hall and the Techni- cal Arts Building. Greenhouses number l, 2, and 3 were completed. 1980 - The Headhouse for the Horticulture Department and the Hydroponics Greenhouse were constructed. Major land- scaping took place and nature trails were constructed. A three bedroom house was built by the students in the Building Con- struction Program. 1981 - The James Larkin Pearson Library was constructed and dedicated. The John A. Walker Community Center pro- ject was started. 1983 - The Wilkes Community College Alleghany Center was established. 1984 - The John A. Walker Community Center opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception. The opening perfor- mance on Saturday, August 8, in the Nan Davis VanEvery Audi- torium featured Gordon Mac Rae and Anna Maria Albergh- etti. The Wilkes Community College North Wilkesboro Cen- ter was established. 1985 - WCC's 20th Anniversa- ry. The Wilkes Community Col- lege Ashe County Center was established. Wilkes Community College . . . youive come a long way!! 1' twi w ' . ' ii'-1i'? 'fl ' ' Jlllffiz -5! i I lie? , 4 1. ,lr ii .M 1:1 .L A ,,'- 5' . '-. ,J-. The greenhouses are an important area of learning for the students in the Hayes Hall is the location of the HORTICULTURE Department. Lab, and WSIF Radio Station. 4 - Campus ,ef 'ff . RFLLZ .- 3 l Math and Science Dept., Bookstore. Dental '

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Community Colleges Celebrate Silver Anniversary n May 1988, North Carolina's Community College System becomes twenty-five years old. Fifty-eight community col- leges, technical colleges, and technical institutes serves North Carolina as post-secondary learning centers for any adult with a desire to gain more education. The Community College Sys- tem has two-fold benefits. Com- munity College Education pro- vides the student opportunities for greater success while provid- ing a more high trained individ- ual for the work force. A variety of programs, from automotive service to computer programming, from nursing to construction are available. Col- lege transfer programs are of- fered at 26 of the 58 community colleges. North Carolina Community Colleges do much for business and industry in offering work- shops and classes on the latest technological advancements in rapidly changing fields. Also of- fered are classes for new skills as demand rises. Programs are of- fered to help adults pass the GED examination. Counseling services, such as career counsel- ing are also offered. 4 s o .0 D n 0 0 NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE May I7, l988Cl I D May, l989 0 I l O A logo was designed in honor of the 25th anniversary of Visitors are welcomed to the college by a sign the North Carolina Community College System. erected at the school entrance. 6 - 25th Anniversary I 3