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MOOREFIELD, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College (Eastern) was awarded $88,420 for its proposal to the West Virginia Community & Technical College System (WVCTCS) and West Virginia Advance “Rapid Response Workforce Development” and Technical Program Development (TPD). Due to the advance grant, the college has purchased a new alignment machine and an Advanced Driver-Assistance System (ADAS) calibration machine to provide students in the Automotive Technology program with equipment up to industry standards. “We are very excited to get, not only a new…
Read MoreMOOREFIELD, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College hosted its end-of-semester Student Success Night, on Friday, May 16. This was an evening dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of its students for their academic achievements, including honor roll distinctions and completion of workforce education courses. “This evening, we celebrate perseverance, excellence, and the courage to lead. Whether you’ve earned honors, completed workforce training, or are the first in your family to walk this path, your success is our shared triumph,” said Monica…
Read MoreEPP-Territorium testing is a mandatory assessment for students graduating with an associate in arts or an associate in applied science. This assessment is administered only once and is not major-specific like the NOCTI. The EPP is a focused general proficiency assessment concentrating on Critical Thinking, English, and Math. It is one continuous 40-minute assessment session comprised of 36 questions. The minimum score is 400 and the maximum score is 500. This is not a pass or fail assessment nor will it affect your grades, GPA,…
Read MoreMOOREFIELD, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College honored Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 graduates at the college’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10, at Moorefield High School. A total of 38 graduates participated in the ceremony. RandiJo Wolford opened the ceremony with the invocation, focusing on the perseverance required to reach graduation and the importance of moving forward with curiosity and gratitude. “We acknowledge the challenges faced, efforts made, and the dedication to continue,” said Wolford. “Most importantly, we acknowledge the goals…
Read MoreMoorefield, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College (Eastern WVCTC) welcomes two new staff members to campus this week: Thomas Porcella as the CDL training specialist and Felicia Constable as the campus service worker. Porcella, a Baltimore, Maryland, native who now resides in Petersburg, West Virginia, brings more than 25 years of professional driving experience to the role. Throughout his career, he has operated a wide range of vehicles, including tractor-trailers — vans, reefers, lowboys, flatbeds, end dumps, tankers, and Landolls — as…
Read MoreMOOREFIELD, W.Va. – Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College (Eastern WVCTC) and Point Park University have entered into a collaborative agreement that allows Eastern WVCTC graduates to pursue a fully online Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in four academic programs. “This partnership between Eastern WVCTC and Point Park University represents an incredible opportunity for our graduates to seamlessly continue their education and advance their careers,” said Monica Wilson, V.P. of Academics and Student Services at Eastern. “By providing a clear, accessible…
Read MoreMoorefield, W.Va. – The Workforce Education Department at Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College (Eastern WVCTC) has welcomed two new staff members: Lacey Koontz as student services coordinator for Workforce Education and Rachael Hyre as an Allied Health instructor. Lacey Koontz, a Moorefield native, joins Eastern WVCTC as the student services coordinator for Workforce Education. She is married and has two daughters, Anna and Natalie. Koontz earned her Associate in Applied Science in individualized career studies from Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College.…
Read MorePetersburg, W.Va. — On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the Workforce Education Department at Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College (Eastern WVCTC) hosted an ‘Eastern After Hours’ event at the Petersburg Technology Training Center, Eastern’s second location. The event ran from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It brought together regional leaders and community members for an evening of networking, program highlights, and a taste of local hospitality, courtesy of refreshments and charcuterie provided by Cheetah B’s. The Petersburg Technology Training Center is home to several…
Read MoreMoorefield, W.Va. — The Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College Career Services Department hosted “Camp Career” on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. This free, interactive career counseling event was made possible by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission/West Virginia Community & Technical College System First-Generation Students Grant, aimed at supporting first-generation students. However, the event welcomed all students and community members. With flexible sessions that attendees could join or leave as needed, it allowed participants to work it into their busy schedules. Attendees also enjoyed Chick-fil-A wraps, beverages, and other…
Read MoreEnbridge Inc. Donates $3,000 to the Eastern College Foundation in Support of the Wind Energy Program
Moorefield, W.Va. — Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College received a $3,000 donation from Enbridge Inc. on Monday, March 3, 2025, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting student training. Enbridge Inc. is a global energy leader with operations in West Virginia, including the New Creek Wind Farm in Mineral County. They have been a dedicated supporter of Eastern for the past three years, making annual contributions to enhance student learning experiences. This year’s donation will go toward upgrading equipment for Eastern’s Wind Energy Technology…
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