In The Media

Here you’ll find stories about GTCC people, programs and events that have appeared in newspapers, magazines on television and elsewhere.

GTCC students and siblings Yectli and Tonalmitzin Guzman-Perez

Greensboro siblings from Mexico are repaying the kindness shown them at GTCC

Published on October 16, 2024

Yectli and Tonalmitzin Guzman-Perez moved to Greensboro from Mexico in 2021 because of their dad's job. They were excited to begin their studies at GTCC, but they were also nervous. They faced a language barrier, cultural differences, and changes in everyday life, such as finding a grocery store, choosing a pharmacy, and other things. Now, they're helping others in the same situation.

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From left: Avionics student Bradley McBride, GTCC avionics instructor Bill Kluepfel (center), and avionics student Tyler Powell.

GTCC instructor and two students turn trash into treasure as they turn a jet cockpit into a training aid

Published on October 14, 2024

At GTCC, students are reimagining outdated aviation equipment to enhance their training. Once destined for the scrap pile, a former business jet cockpit mock-up has been transformed into a valuable avionics training aid. Under the leadership of instructor Bill Kluepfel, students are gaining hands-on experience with modern avionics systems, setting them up for success in the rapidly evolving aviation industry.

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Tony Wohlgemuth and his wife, Donna.

GTCC alumnus finds success right in his backyard ... literally

Published on September 24, 2024

Tony Wohlgemuth grew up on a struggling farm in Archdale, N.C. He felt so tied to the place that he decided as a young teenager that he would do whatever he had to do to hang on to the farm. Now, the GTCC alumnus hosts 100,000 people a year at his farm, Kersey Valley.

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GTCC student sees FAME program as his path for the future

Published on June 3, 2024

The auto giant has invested more than $1 billion about 20 miles south of Greensboro. GTCC student Muhammud Abu-Kass is part of the first class of the FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Program. During the two-year program, students are sponsored by Toyota and paid to complete long hours in the classroom and hands-on work with Toyota employees at the plant.

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N.C. State Board approves cutting-edge programs at GTCC, other colleges

Published on May 28, 2024

The N.C. State Board of Community Colleges approved several new programs and certifications at the April 19 board meeting, demonstrating the importance of preparing students for emerging industries, including the GTCC Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing program. As electric cars grow in popularity, the need for their batteries increases. GTCC's battery manufacturing program is teaching students how to meet that need.

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GTCC student an example of the rise of the 'Battery Belt' in N.C.

Published on May 9, 2024

Growing up, Devante Cuthbertson assumed he might have to leave his North Carolina hometown to pursue a career, but a new multi-billion-dollar Toyota battery plant is offering him a reason to stay put. The 28-year-old from Greensboro is among students in an apprenticeship program at Guilford Technical Community College.

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Two women at GTCC talking about Titan Link, a student help service.

GTCC's Titan Link gets well-deserved recognition

Published on April 25, 2024

Titan Link offers access to resources for students when life throws unexpected curve balls. This is a "safe space for (students) to be able to get items and know that there’s no judgment because that’s what we’re here for," said Undrea Jenkins, the GTCC High Point Campus Facilitator for Titan Link.

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Candice Foreman is an HVAC student at GTCC.

GTCC program aims to ease HVAC labor shortage

Published on March 25, 2024

GTCC is working to help fill a void in the HVAC industry. The school has about 90 students enrolled in the HVAC program, and local employers had the opportunity to meet these students at a recent job fair. Originally shown on Spectrum Local News.

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Toyota launches a unique hiring process in Greensboro

Published on December 7, 2023

The Toyota battery manufacturing plant in Liberty is on track to open in 2025. The plant has a hiring technique that not only helps with employment but also helps its future employees get college degrees. Originally published on Spectrum Local News.

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WXII's Jackie Pascale and GTCC's Al Romano chat.

Chef Al joins WXII for an ice carving demonstration

Published on August 16, 2023

In the heat of summer, GTCC's culinary technology Instructor Alan "Chef Al" Ramano joins WXII 12's Jackie Pascale for a special live ice carving tutorial. One of the many skills students learn in GTCC's popular culinary program.

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New Scholarship Supports Workforce Education

Published on November 16, 2022

Jan Knox, associate vice president of marketing, communications and the GTCC Foundation, discusses with WXII 12 News how a grant from the foundation of the heavy metal band Metallica will benefit GTCC students pursuing a technical education degree.

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GTCC leaders on "Triad Today" program

Published on June 6, 2022

GTCC leaders discuss important initiatives and opportunities with Jim Longworth on the Triad's only public affairs program, "Triad Today." The program airs weekly on WXLV ABC 45. Learn more at triadtoday.com.

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Spectrum News chats with Longleaf Grant recipient

Published on January 19, 2022

Daniela Campbell was home-schooled, first through a co-op and then solely by her mom. It was from her home-schooling peers that she heard of GTCC and was intrigued by the college’s offerings and advantages. Not only did she quickly become a proponent of community colleges in general and GTCC in particular, she began taking advantage of programs as soon as possible. Perhaps the biggest advantage she embraced was the Longleaf Grant, which she says has been “a blessing, a giant gift.”

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GTCC Spring 2021 commencement

Published on May 14, 2021

Guilford Technical Community College will hosted its Spring 2021 commencement Thursday, May 13 at the Greensboro Coliseum.

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GTCC Paralegal Student Association Requests Paralegal Day Proclamation

Published on October 23, 2020

Pamela Hollern, director of GTCC’s paralegal technology program, shares about the importance of paralegals in her legal career and the determination – despite a global pandemic – of the GTCC Student Paralegal Association’s efforts to have Gov. Roy Cooper proclaim Oct. 23, 2020, as Paralegal Day in North Carolina.

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GTCC alumna finds purpose in air conditioning business

Published on October 17, 2019

GTCC alumna Day Coker studied electronics engineering at GTCC and now owns her own heating and air conditioning business, AC by Day C. She was recently featured in a WGHP FOX 8 segment for charting her own path as a female in a male-dominated profession.

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How Greensboro Grows Its Skilled Workforce

Published on March 1, 2019

In Guilford County, North Carolina, leaders have stopped asking, “Why don’t we have the right talent?” and started saying, “Here’s how we’re going to create talent.” Industry Week explores how Guilford County is helping create a skilled workforce through programs like the Guilford Apprenticeship Partners program that GTCC supports.

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Guilford Technical Community College serves as ‘ground zero’ for aviation training in North Carolina

Published on February 21, 2019

EdNC recently toured GTCC's aviation campuses, the state's largest aviation training program. “If you’re going to talk about aviation training in North Carolina, you are at ground zero,” stated Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) President Randy Parker. “We have the largest aviation program in the state, probably the biggest in several states, and one of the three largest programs on the east coast. In our labs, you will find equipment you won’t see at the universities or most community colleges in North Carolina or the states around us.”

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GTCC program empowers local students with intellectual disabilities

Published on February 8, 2019

FOX 8's Natalie Wilson previews a new program at GTCC for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities called POWER Pathways. The program emphasizes job readiness and will begin with a course on food service. “They're going to have a component where they're working on interview skills, resume writing and kind of those soft skills needed to get a job and also to keep a job,” Dean of Adult Education Claire Ricci said.

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GTCC’s newest building gives technical programs a lot more space

Published on February 7, 2019

The Center for Advanced Manufacturing — GTCC leaders call it CAM for short — is the college’s newest and most modern building. The $35.5 million facility that opened last year covers nearly 6 acres and gives significantly more space — and more state-of-the-art equipment — to five college programs. “Vocational careers are absolutely essential to our economy,” Randy Gunter, the dean of the college’s industrial, construction and transportation technologies division, said during a tour of the building last month. “Bottom line, (CAM is) helping to drive economic development for the county.”

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Piedmont Triad International Grows Up and Brings Region Along for the Ride

Published on January 10, 2019

Airport Improvement Magazine chats with Nick Yale, director of aviation at GTCC about how the college feeds talent to support the Triad's growing aviation cluster. The school offers five separate degree programs related to aerospace jobs, plus continuing education courses for aerospace professionals. It also provides custom training for aerospace companies in the region.

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GTCC adds second track to its paralegal program

Published on November 7, 2018

GTCC has added a second accelerated track to its paralegal program. The community college now offers a one-semester paralegal program for people who already have a two-year or four-year college degree.

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In search for new workers, Guilford County manufacturers turn to young apprentices

Published on September 4, 2018

The Greensboro News & Record takes a look at the value of apprenticeship programs like those offered in Guilford, Randolph and Rockingham counties. The Guilford Apprenticeship Partners initiative, a collaboration between local industry, economic development and GTCC, is in its third year and recently signed its largest class of apprentices.

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