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headshot of jb buxtonMessage from the President

This month we had the opportunity to celebrate our graduates at the 2022 Commencement Exercises at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. In this issue of Durham Tech Today, we not only recap those events (make sure to watch the great highlight video), but also recognize the individuals and organizations whose partnership with Durham Tech provides critical support to create pathways to opportunity for our students. Thank you for all you to do to support the College and make an impact on the lives of our students.

J.B. Buxton
President, Durham Tech 
CAMPUS NEWS
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Durham Tech graduates
more than 350 during
60th commencement celebration
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RTP Bio, a new biotechnology partnership between Durham Tech and Wake Tech, receives $1.2 million in federal funding
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North Carolina high school grads can take two years of classes at Durham Tech tuition-free
The College will provide eligible graduates a last-dollar scholarship for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years to bridge the gap and pay for full tuition not covered by the federal Pell grants of the Longleaf Commitment, Durham Tech Promise, and other funds.
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MEDIA COVERAGE

WNCN (CBS 17) 

Durham Tech offering students chance to attend college tuition-free
WTVD (ABC11) 
Incoming Durham Tech students have opportunity for tuition-free education
The Herald Sun 
Durham Tech announces tuition-free program for Fall 2022
Univision NC 
Durham Technical Community College tiene un programa de clases gratuitas
Enlace Latino NC 
Nuevos estudiantes en Durham Tech podrán tener matrículas gratuitas
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Durham Tech students may receive free tuition and fees for summer courses
 
“I would like to thank Gov. Cooper and the North Carolina Community College System for their leadership in providing funding that will allow many of our students to receive a free community college education this summer,” said Durham Tech President J.B. Buxton. 
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As first male Latinx vice president, Dones brings focus on equity, access, and 'opportunity to serve any individual'

"I really appreciate how we’re designed as an institution. It’s the opportunity to serve any individual who walks through our doors or comes through our processes. Those are the things that drive my passion, my desire to serve in this capacity, and the ability to impact community, and create holistic support services for our students.”
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Love of entrepreneurship
led Jonathan Collins to
head Small Business Center
at Durham Tech


“I look forward to developing strong relationships with the local business owners that we engage with every day. I love the community-based approach to what we do and am excited to help the next generation of entrepreneurs thrive in Durham and Orange counties,” said Collins.
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Durham Tech launches new free mental health resource for students

“While Durham Tech counselors will still be available during regular campus hours, knowing these added supports are just a call away whenever and wherever you need it makes life a little less stressful,” said Karen Mosley-Lyon, Counseling, Accessibility, and Resources Coordinator.
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60 for 60: A Storytelling Campaign for Durham Tech
60 for 60: Thousands visited Durham Tech for Native American celebrations
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60 for 60: Durham Tech creates pathways to four-year universities
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IN THE NEWS
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ABC11:
Triangle colleges partner to meet increasing demand for RTP jobs

"It's kind of cool that I'm working full-time and I'm getting my tuition paid for. (It) is something that I never thought would happen in a million years to me," said Lagos.

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WUNC 91.5:
Durham Tech opens '911 Academy'


"We're seeing a lot more people move into our area. And with that comes more calls," said Ernest Janetta, director of Human Services and Public Safety at Durham Tech.

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Foodservice Director:
How community colleges are training the next generation of culinary talent


“A lot of them are looking for the entrepreneurship route,” Moody says. “A lot are moving out of brick and mortar, so we’re looking at trends like food trucks and private cheffing.” 


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WRAL TechWire:
Longleaf Commitment grants, Community College efforts create career pipeline for students


North Carolina community colleges are at the forefront of creating career pathways for students. 

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Congratulations, Class of 2022!
Durham Technical Community College
1637 East Lawson Street
Durham, NC 27703

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