News
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Nearly 50 Getting a ‘JumpStart’ at the College
The College’s summer bridge program JumpStart will welcome nearly 50 participants this month for interactive four-day experiences at campuses in Hampton and Williamsburg. Open to ages 18-24, the program aims…
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Student Receives Fire and Emergency Services Scholarship
Timothy Morrison, a student at Thomas Nelson Community College, has received the Ronny J. Coleman Fire and Emergency Services Leader of the Future Scholarship of $1,000 from the International Public…
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President Reveals Vision at Monday Meet-up
Since being named Thomas Nelson’s ninth president in January, Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon said she has often been asked about her vision for the College. She considers it an odd…
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The List of Potential New Names Narrowed to Five
The Virginia State Board for Community Colleges requested an examination of its schools bearing the names of individuals about one year ago. As a result of an intensive process officials…
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Events Offer a Way to Connect to the Community
Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon was excited to be a panelist at a recent Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce event, and the reason was simple. “One of the things I shared…
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College Reopens to Public
Signs, electronic and traditional, welcoming back students, faculty and staff. A tour for prospective students. A smattering of cars in the parking lot. Those were just some of the scenes…
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Nursing Grad a Leader in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Dr. Vivienne Pierce McDaniel is a proponent of community colleges, especially Thomas Nelson, where she earned her nursing degree. Dr. Vivienne Pierce McDaniel’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is…
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Campuses Reopening to Public July 6
A key phase of Thomas Nelson’s return to pre-pandemic conditions will occur July 6 when its two campuses (Hampton and Historic Triangle) reopen to the public. College officials published a…
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Deborah Boothe: 30 Years of Outstanding Service
When Deborah Boothe decided to attend Thomas Nelson as a single mother in her early 30s, she feared returning to school after being out for so long. All she was…
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Returning Student Earns Degree for Herself
Kathleen and Bob Michaels have been married for 47 years. Kathleen Michaels retired in August 2011 after working more than 40 years in resource management. She readily admits she has…
