Workforce Development
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Darion Williams was among those in the first welding class at VPCC's Newport News Trades Center, which opened in March.
Initial Cohorts at VPCC’s Newest Trades Center are First-Class
Darion Williams was looking for a stable, well-paying job to support his growing family. Crystal Massop wanted a career close to home. Both found what they were looking for through…
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Gov. Abigail Spanberger (fourth from right) was joined by a host of VPCC officials at Wednesday’s bill signing. The VPCC representatives were (from left) Bobby Perkins (Director of Manufacturing, Skilled Trades and Transportation), Steven Felker (VP for Institutional Effectiveness and Transformation), Barbara Mason (Executive Assistant and Project Manager), Dr. Kerry Ragno (VP for Academic Affairs), Daniela Cigularov (VP for Enrollment Management and Student Success), Dr. Porter Brannon (President), Todd Estes (VP for Workforce Development and Innovation), and Ada Badgley (Chief of Staff and Director of Strategic Initiatives).
Governor Signs Workforce Bill at VPCC Newport News Trades Center
Virginia Peninsula Community College President Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger marked the end of Community College Month appropriately. Local dignitaries and officials, as well as students,…
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Instructor Kenneth Logan (right) works with a student in his MTT electrician class at VPCC's Newport News Trades Center.
VPCC Partners with Workforce Council on Apprenticeship Program
Virginia Peninsula Community College and the Hampton Roads Workforce Council (HRWC) are unveiling a new funding opportunity for local employers during National Apprenticeship Week, which is April 26 – May…
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Apprenticeship: What Employers Need to Know
Want to build a stronger, more skilled team? Join us to: • Learn how our apprenticeship programs work• Discover funding and employer support• Explore how to train and retain skilled…
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VPCC recently unveiled the Work-Based Learning Tracking System (WTS), which connects students to real world working experiences.
VPCC Adding Tools to Help Match Students to Employment Opportunities
Virginia Peninsula Community College staff have been working diligently behind the scenes to provide students with more tools to explore career information, options and opportunities. The results are a pair…
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In addition to CDL classes, VPCC also offers motorcycle classes.
VPCC’s CDL, Motorcycle Programs: License to Thrive
A college isn’t the first place one might think to obtain a CDL or motorcycle license, but Virginia Peninsula Community College is the place for many. The College is making…
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VPCC President Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon and Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones lead the ribbon-cutting for the Virginia Peninsula Community College Newport News Trades Center.
VPCC Celebrates Opening of Newport News Trades Center
Progress and partnership were the order of the day when Virginia Peninsula Community College celebrated the opening of its newest training facility, the Newport News Trades Center, with a ribbon-cutting.…
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VPCC’s Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New Trades Center, March 25
Putting the future of the region’s workforce front and center, Virginia Peninsula Community College is gearing up to open its Newport News Trades Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March…
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Spring Job Fair 2026
Virginia Peninsula Community College Workforce Development Center is excited to announce Spring Job Fair 2026 for VPCC students and the local community. Job Opportunities in the fields of: Healthcare Information…
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VPCC President Dr. Towuanna Porter Brannon (second from right) met with Congressman Bobby Scott, Gisele Russell (left), Scott's chief of staff, and Joni Ivey (right), Scott's former chief of staff.
VPCC Receives $500,000 Grant with Help from Congressman Scott
Virginia Peninsula Community College is the recipient of a $500,000 federal grant through a bill sponsored by Congressman Bobby Scott. The funds will be used to establish VPCC’s Community Wellness…
