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11 May 2026
Humphries honored with 2026 Eaves Distinguished Teaching Award
Isothermal Community College has named Matthew Humphries as the recipient of the 2026 Robert Wendell Eaves Distinguished Teaching Award, the college’s highest honor for teaching excellence. Humphries, who has served the college for 14 years, was recognized for his outstanding dedication to students, innovative teaching methods, and leadership of Isothermal’s Global Distinction program. The award, established by the Eaves family in 1982, honors faculty members who demonstrate exceptional teaching, student support, and commitment to the college’s mission.
11 May 2026
Isothermal Community College Students Earn Strong Showing at First SkillsUSA State Competition
Two students from Isothermal Community College recently represented the college for the first time at the statewide SkillsUSA competition held at Guilford Technical Community College. Students Quincie Mosely and Mitchell McCraw competed against top career and technical education students from across North Carolina, with McCraw earning a sixth-place finish and Mosely placing 16th in the state. The experience highlighted the dedication of Isothermal’s students and instructors while providing valuable opportunities for technical skill development, leadership growth, and industry networking.
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Isothermal Community College Celebrates BLET Class 89 Graduation and Honors Director Philip Bailey’s Final Class - 05 February 2026
Isothermal Community College celebrated the graduation of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Class 89 on February 3. The class achieved a 100% pass rate on the North Carolina State Comprehensive Exam, completing 868 instructional hours under the state’s expanded curriculum. The ceremony also marked the final BLET class led by longtime Director Philip Bailey, who was recognized for his leadership and service.
Seven New Truck Drivers Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 18 December 2025
Isothermal Community College recently celebrated the graduation of seven students from its Truck Driver Training Program. The graduates are now fully trained and ready to start their careers in the transportation and logistics industry. Classes for the next session begin Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. For more information or to join the waiting list, contact Myron Greene at 828-395-1576 or mgreene@isothermal.edu.
Isothermal Community College Launches “Isothermal Works” Workforce Development Initiative with Support from NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation - 17 December 2025
Isothermal Community College has launched Isothermal Works, a new workforce development initiative designed to connect students to high-demand careers through hands-on, work-based learning experiences. Funded in part by the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation, the program partners with local school districts, employers, and workforce organizations to create clear pathways from high school to college and into the workforce across five key industries: healthcare, manufacturing and trades, IT, education, and public safety.
Isothermal Community College Honors 20 Students of the Semester – Fall 2025 - 15 December 2025
Isothermal Community College recognized 20 outstanding students during its Fall 2025 Learning College Students of the Semester Awards. The honorees were selected for their academic excellence, leadership, perseverance, and dedication to serving others. Students were nominated by their instructors across a wide range of programs, highlighting achievements in healthcare, technology, arts and sciences, early college pathways, and more. Full profiles of each award winner showcase their accomplishments and contributions to the campus and local community.
Thirty Paramedics and EMTs Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 15 December 2025
Isothermal Community College recognized 30 graduates from its Paramedic and Emergency Medical Technician programs during a certification ceremony held December 9 in the college gymnasium. The event marked the first public graduation ceremony for both programs, with 19 students earning paramedic certification and 11 completing EMT certification. All graduates seeking employment have already secured positions in the field, highlighting the strong workforce demand for EMS professionals.
Isothermal Community College and Trelleborg Celebrate Innovative Partnership - 17 November 2025
Isothermal Community College and Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics celebrated a year of collaboration that has advanced innovation and workforce development in Rutherford County. Over the past year, Trelleborg has operated a testing and training facility inside ICC’s engineering bays, using the space to refine new processes ahead of its upcoming Daniel Road expansion. The partnership has supported hands-on innovation, strengthened the local talent pipeline, and helped lay the groundwork for new high-skill manufacturing jobs in the region. College and company leaders highlighted the collaboration as a model of how education and industry can work together to drive community growth and opportunity.
Students inducted into National Technical Honor Society at Isothermal Community College - 13 November 2025
Isothermal Community College recently hosted the annual National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Induction Ceremony, celebrating students from Isothermal and local high schools for their academic achievement, leadership, and excellence in technical fields. The college’s chapter, guided by advisors Tiffany Cooper and Sarah Kilgo, continues to grow each year, supporting students as they develop skills for high-demand careers.
Isothermal Community College Selected as One of 200 Colleges Eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize - 28 October 2025
Isothermal Community College has been named one of 200 U.S. community colleges eligible to apply for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This recognition highlights the college’s strong student outcomes and commitment to student success.
Nine New Truck Drivers Graduate from Isothermal Community College - 08 October 2025
Nine students are ready to hit the road after graduating from Isothermal Community College’s Truck Driver Training Program.
RHI Legacy Foundation Awards $1 Million Grant to Support Isothermal’s Dr. Bobby F. England Health and Sciences Center - 09 October 2025
ICC has received a $1 million grant from the RHI Legacy Foundation to support the ongoing construction of the Dr. Bobby F. England Health and Sciences Center.
Isothermal Joins National Network Advancing High-Value Credentials That Lead to Good Jobs and Bachelor’s Degrees - 19 August 2025
ICC has joined the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program’s expanded Unlocking Opportunity network
New LPNs earn pins - 27 July 2025
20 practical nursing students were awarded their pins at a special ceremony this week.
New Law Expands Career and Education Opportunities for Isothermal Human Services Students - 16 July 2025
The recent passage of North Carolina General Assembly House Bill 562 (HB 562) marks a major step forward for students entering the Social and Human Services program at Isothermal Community College.
Student success in Human Services Technologies - 16 July 2025
When Jennifer Fowler enrolled at Isothermal Community College in August 2019, she wasn’t just starting classes—she was reigniting a dream. At 45, she joined the inaugural Social and Human Services program determined to pursue a career she had dreamed of since she was a teenager.
Small Business Center aids displaced retailers - 03 July 2025
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Tryon International Equestrian Center made space available for 20 retail businesses from the decimated village of Chimney Rock, so those businesses could survive. The Small Business Center at Isothermal Community College stepped in to help these businesses cover rent.