Alumni

  • College Holds 55th Commencement Exercises

    College Holds 55th Commencement Exercises

    Student Government Association President Tiye’ Smith stressed to her classmates how proud she was of them in her commencement speech at Virginia Peninsula Community College’s graduation ceremony May 14 at…

  • Personal Struggles Inspired Grad’s Commitment to Service

    Personal Struggles Inspired Grad’s Commitment to Service

    A journey of personal struggles has become a story of resilience and redemption for Whalan McDew, leading to his dedication to community service. Giving back is a way of life…

  • Final Construction Beam Placed on New Theater

    Final Construction Beam Placed on New Theater

    Officials representing Virginia Peninsula Community College, the VCCS, contractor W.M. Jordan and the architect firm of RRMM commemorated the placing of the final beam on the College’s new auditorium Friday…

  • Economic Impact Study Shows VPCC a Great Investment

    Economic Impact Study Shows VPCC a Great Investment

    Virginia Peninsula Community College offers a return on investment better than the community college average and better than many four-year state institutions in the commonwealth, according to a recent independent…

  • VPCC Grad Now University Leader, Big on Empowerment

    VPCC Grad Now University Leader, Big on Empowerment

    Empowering others through education is what Dr. Janelle Sokolowich is about. As the associate provost for social mission at Chamberlain University, she has not only excelled in her career but…

  • Mystery Writer, Llama Enthusiast Got Start at VPCC

    Mystery Writer, Llama Enthusiast Got Start at VPCC

    When Debra Gaskill wrapped up her journalism career in 2016, she wasn’t done writing. She has loved the craft since childhood. Gaskill enjoyed a rewarding career with stints at several…

  • College Receives $99,000 From Sentara Health

    College Receives $99,000 From Sentara Health

    Virginia Peninsula Community College is pleased to announce a generous contribution of $99,000 from Sentara Health to assist with providing affordable education in health-related fields. The donation from Sentara will…

  • Graduate Secure in His Targeted Education Choice

    Graduate Secure in His Targeted Education Choice

    For Chris Stuart there is education, then there is targeted, tailored education. The latter was a perfect fit when a career opportunity prompted him to upgrade his skills.  In his…

  • Alum’s Leap from STEM to Law Was Fate

    Alum’s Leap from STEM to Law Was Fate

    When it comes to achievement, Michael A. Harris has not missed a beat while following his dreams. His unconventional journey includes military service, a turn as a professional musician, and…

  • Graduate’s Success is By Design

    Graduate’s Success is By Design

    The passion Maurice Rogers brings to his work comes from creativity, self-discovery and continuous growth. His genuine love for his craft shows up daily in his career as a graphic…