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Disaster Recovery Funding Provides Life-Changing Support for Students

When disaster strikes, Americans rally to support those in need. The response to Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina is a testament to the strength and generosity of our community. McDowell Technical Community College is proud to be part of this effort, ensuring that students receive the support they need to continue their education and rebuild their lives.

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47th Annual Fire, Rescue and EMS College Continues To Deliver Critical Training Despite Challenges

As communities across Western North Carolina continue to recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene, McDowell Technical Community College (MTCC) and its local agency partners are once again answering the call to provide high-quality, life-saving training at the 47th Annual McDowell Fire, Rescue, and EMS College. This year’s Fire School, which began earlier this week and will run through Sunday afternoon, will bring hundreds of emergency responders from across the region to Marion for a week of specialized, hands-on training.

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McDowell Tech Photography Students Showcase Work at MACA, Now Including Documentary Films

McDowell Technical Community College announced today that the college’s photographic technology program will once again host its annual student gallery exhibit at McDowell Arts Council Association (MACA). This year’s exhibit, which runs from March 13th through the end of March, offers visitors a chance to experience a diverse range of photographic work from emerging student photographers — and for the first time ever, documentary films will also be featured.

MACA To Host McDowell Tech Graphic Design Show Throughout February

McDowell Technical Community College is pleased to announce the opening of the college’s annual graphic design exhibit at McDowell Arts Council Association (MACA) on Main Street in Marion, showcasing academic and personal projects completed by fourteen students in the college’s Graphic Design program. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular business hours for the entire month of February.

Professional Development Workshops at McDowell Tech to Explore AI in Education

In an effort to equip educators and staff with the knowledge and tools to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their work, Dr. Lane Freeman from the NC Community College System Office will be leading half-day professional development workshops at McDowell Technical Community College on Thursday and Friday, February 6-7. The workshops will combine presentations with practical applications of AI said Dr. J.W. Kelley, McDowell Tech President.