Student Stories
Justin Hatherlee
Justin Hatherlee is receiving plenty of training on leadership and teamwork at HCC which will serve well in the field of criminal justice.
Kim Carver
Kimberly Carver knew within the first weeks of class that she made the right choice in coming back to school.
Dawn Salley
A love of the outdoors prompted a career change for Dawn Salley and led to her success as a Forestry student.
Julie Merrill
Julie Merrill has travelled far and wide but finds she likes the small classes at HCC.
Stephanie Costa
Stephanie Costa is finding ways to bring sustainability into the fiber program.
Penny Jewett
Penny Jewett, HCC Professional Crafts-Wood student, has found the perfect complement to her rustic home and garden accessories business.
Stephen and Rachel Skinner
Stephen and Rachel Skinner decided to put their children first by coming back to school.
Bill Sweeney
Bill Sweeney was recently elected as the national Society of American Foresters Student Congress Chair.
Joeleyn Trahan
This Associate in Science student brings a unique and varied background to her studies and future aspirations as a teacher.
Naomi Ernst-Smith
HCC Nursing student, Naomi Ernst-Smith is exchanging years of experience as a CNA for a career as a Registered Nurse.
Maggie Reich
Maggie Reich is making a difference in the lives of students on campus as well as around the western division.
Michael McCoy
With the skills learned through HCC’s Film and Video Program, Michael McCoy is determined to direct a feature film one day.
Brooke Duvall and Krystal Webb
These Medical Assisting students say the drive to HCC is worth it.
Shelia Wilke
Early Childhood Education-Teacher Associate student Shelia Wilke enjoys watching children learn.
Scott Messer
By completing HCC’s new Entrepreneurship program, Scott Messer is hoping to enrich his business.
Skye and Ryan Richards
Skye and Ryan Richards plan to use their education in Nicaragua for mission work.
Seth Brown
HCC Fish and Wildlife student Seth Brown spent the summer as an intern in the Cataloochee Valley.
Mary Jenkins
HCC Cosmetology student Mary Jenkins puts her creativity to use in the cosmetology field.
DeeDee Small
HCC Accounting student DeeDee Small lands job as result of Co-op Experience.