Westmoreland Holds Tuition Rates for Students
Westmoreland County Community College will not raise tuition and fees for the 2021-2022 academic year as approved by the college's Board of Trustees at its meeting held April 28 via Zoom.
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A Spark Ignited: How Colten Moore's Curiosity Led to a Thriving Welding Career
Thursday, May 30th, 2024While still in high school and considering his career options, Colten Moore of Greensburg wanted to learn more about welding after being a hands-on learner since he was a child. He chose welding based on his curiosity and the enjoyment he gets from taking things apart and fixing them. He also realized early on that some applications required welding to repair certain items.
Ligonier Valley High School Students Excel in Dual Enrollment Program with Westmoreland County Community College
Friday, May 3rd, 2024In a remarkable display of ambition and resilience, students from Ligonier Valley High School are finding great success with dual enrollment programs, thanks to a long-standing partnership with Westmoreland County Community College.
Professor Michael Hricik Wins 2024 National James Davenport Award
Wednesday, March 27th, 2024Westmoreland County Community College Professor of English, Michael Hricik of Mt. Pleasant, recently received the James Davenport Award from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) Association for his union advocacy on local and state levels.
From Medical Crisis to Law Enforcement Triumph: Graduate Overcomes Brain Tumor to Pursue Passion
Thursday, February 15th, 2024In a remarkable tale of resilience and determination, Luke Skledar, a 22-year-old graduate of Westmoreland County Community College's Municipal Police Officers' Training Academy, has defied the odds to pursue his dream career in law enforcement after overcoming a life-threatening medical crisis.