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Ussery Leads Facility Maintenance Technology Program at MCC

August 19, 2026

Nathan Ussery is MCC’s new Facility Maintenance Technology instructor. He hails from Norwood, where he operates his own contracting company, Q.T. Contractors, LLC. Mr. Ussery graduated from NC State with a degree in business. He is looking forward to giving students a real-world experience in the fields of masonry, plumbing, carpentry and electrical work. He is living proof that skills in the trades translate into a fun and rewarding career! Swing by the two-story Facility Maintenance Technology suite over in the CTE building, and see for yourself the kinds of projects these students are tackling this semester!

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MCC Welcomes First Dental Hygiene Class to Campus

August 17, 2026

MCC is excited to welcome the first cohort of students into its new Dental Hygiene Program! Twenty women have arrived on campus to begin their studies. The program has received initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), allowing the College to enroll 20 students each fall. The inaugural class is starting now, with another cohort of 20 students entering in fall of 2027. As part of the accreditation process, CODA will return in Spring 2028 to evaluate the program and observe the first graduating class as the College works toward continuing accreditation. The new Dental Sciences Education Clinic was designed to provide students with hands-on, real-world learning experiences

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MCC Celebrates Employees with Awards

August 17, 2026

At its fall semester kick-off event, Quality Trails, MCC announced the recipients of employee service awards for the year! Celebrating 20 years of service is Doni Hatchel; 15 years of service are Amanda Beman, Mark Dye, Marcus Ervin and Ed Hinson; 10 years of service are Roger Brown, Dr. Debby Douglas, Lynn Epps and Tonya Luck; with Wendy Grissom and Cody Starling celebrating five years with the college. Employees receive MCC-made pottery to commemorate their milestones. In addition to years-of-service, MCC announced this year’s winners of the Staff and Faculty awards for 2026-2027. Jessica Hurley was named Staff Member of the Year, and Rebekah Bunting received the Excellence in Teaching

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MCC Welcomes New Small Business Center Director

June 3, 2026

Montgomery Community College is pleased to welcome Sara Holden as its new Small Business Center (SBC) Director! Sara lives in the Asheboro area, joining MCC from Sandhills Community College where she held a similar role. Sara’s background uniquely qualifies her to serve small business owners in Montgomery County, because she has started and operated numerous small businesses herself. In addition to being an Air Force Veteran with law enforcement experience, Sara has seen it all. “I have experience in retail, hospitality, food service and small-scale sustainable agriculture, just to name a few areas,” explains Sara. “My entire family is entrepreneurial. It’s been a lot of work over the years, but

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Meet Wendy Grissom, Life-Long Learner

February 12, 2026

Wendy Grissom is a dedicated nursing instructor at Montgomery Community College (MCC), a Phi Theta Kappa Student Advisor and a nationally Certified Nurse Educator (CNE). A native of Sanford, North Carolina, Wendy attended Lee Senior High School before beginning her nursing journey at Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, where she earned her Associate Degree in Nursing. She went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Fayetteville State University and later earned her Master of Science in Nursing Education from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Before transitioning into education, Wendy served as a registered nurse for 14 years. Her extensive clinical experience includes bariatric surgery, general

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Myrick Selected for Advising Leadership Academy

November 6, 2025

Montgomery Community College is pleased to announce that Keri Myrick, Career & College Promise (CCP) Success & Retention Specialist and High School Liaison with Montgomery Central High School (MCHS), has been selected as a participant in the 2025-2026 North Carolina Advising Leadership Academy! The Advising Leadership Academy provides an opportunity for student advisors to engage in professional development, connect with leaders across the state and prepare for future leadership opportunities in higher education. As one of 25 in this year’s cohort, Myrick intends to grow her leadership skills, collaborate with other advisors and make an impact on the MCC campus and the students she serves. “There is so much we

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Frieary Has Taken the Scenic Route, Always in Montgomery County

October 6, 2025

Dr. Amy Frieary was born in Montgomery County and has lived here her whole life. “This county has shaped who I am, and my goal has always been to give back in return,” explains Amy. “I care deeply about this community and will always strive to help it grow and succeed.” Amy is by all accounts a people-person today, which makes her early days as an introvert somewhat surprising. She graduated from East Montgomery High School in 1992, then continued her education at MCC, earning an Associate Degree in Microcomputer Systems Technology. Her early positions with First Bank and the Montgomery County Department of Social Services laid the groundwork for

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When Learning Becomes Teaching

August 6, 2025

Dr. Debby Douglas had her beginnings in Montgomery County, and we sure are glad she brought her talents back home to us! Debby was a student at Troy Elementary School, was homeschooled from the fourth through eighth grade, and graduated from West Montgomery High School in 2000. She started taking college classes here at Montgomery Community College, and transferred those to Pfeiffer University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in History. “Attending MCC really prepared me for college coursework at Pfeiffer,” explains Debby. “I was an average student when I was younger, but learned good study skills at MCC and developed a passion for learning. Debby went on to get

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MCC Welcomes New Counselor

July 17, 2025

MCC is pleased to welcome Hollie Claire Ritter as its new Counselor, Title IX and Disability Services Coordinator. Prior to her arrival at the College, Hollie was an exceptional children’s preschool teacher for five years here in Montgomery County. Hollie hails from Troy, receiving her high school diploma from Wescare Christian Academy in 2017. She earned her Associate in Arts degree from MCC in 2019, transferring those credits to Catawba College in Salisbury where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education in 2020. While teaching preschool, Hollie completed a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Instruction and Curriculum from Liberty University in 2022. From a young age,

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Beaman, MCC Excellence in Teaching Award Winner, is a State Finalist

February 13, 2025

Ms. Amanda Beaman, winner of this year’s Excellence in Teaching Award at Montgomery Community College, placed in the top three for the honor across all 58 of North Carolina’s community colleges! Beaman is a graduate of MCC with an Associate in Applied Science degree. She has worked for the College since 2005, and is currently the Department Chair of Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy. Beaman believes understanding students holistically is crucial for their success in education. “Throughout my teaching career, I’ve realized that each student is unique,” explains Beaman. “By taking the time to learn about their individual needs and goals, I can better support their educational journey. When students visit

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