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College Names New Dean of Mathematics & Sciences
Wake Tech is pleased to announce Dr. Jackie Swanik as the new dean of Mathematics & Sciences.
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November 2025

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Funding & Development
Wake Tech officials pose with a check symbolizing a National Science Foundation grant.

Million-Dollar Grant to Prepare 'Super Techs' for Smart Manufacturing

Wake Tech engineering and welding students will soon gain advanced skills to collaborate with smart machines thanks to a nearly $1 million National Science Foundation grant.
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Employee News
Image of Erik Russ Wake Tech's new dean of College and Career Readiness.

College Announces New Basic Skills Leader

Erik Russ is Wake Tech's new dean of College and Career Readiness.
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Events
Baking & Pastry Arts graduate Cayleigh Ingram sells her sweet creations at Wake Tech's Bakers' Row event.

Future Pastry Pros Show Off Skills at Bakers' Row

Wake Tech Baking & Pastry Arts students wowed visitors with their creativity and craftsmanship during the popular Bakers' Row showcase at the Scott Northern Wake Campus.
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Events
Members of the first group of students in Wake Tech's Broadcast Technology Academy pose for a photo with college and N.C. Association of Broadcasters officials.

Radio Technicians Ready to Hit the Airwaves

The first 13 students in Wake Tech's unique Broadcast Technology Academy are ready to dial up rewarding careers.
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Events
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Graduates Answer the Call to Protect and Serve

A new class of dedicated law enforcement officers is ready to serve and protect communities across the region.
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Events
A Wake Tech graduate gets kisses from her parents following her graduation.

College Celebrates Largest December Commencement Ever

Wake Tech celebrated the "Best Day Ever" on Saturday, hosting its largest Fall commencement ceremony in history and honoring the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates who earned associate degrees or diplomas.
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Events
Wake Tech nursing graduates pose for a photo at the Perry Health Sciences Campus after the program’s traditional pinning ceremony.

Nursing Graduates Poised to Strengthen Health Care Workforce

Wake County's health care system will soon benefit from a new wave of skilled nurses, as nearly 70 graduates of Wake Tech's popular Martha Mann School of Nursing prepare to enter the workforce.
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Student Success
Wake Tech students pose with the owners of Vegan Health & Wealth after assisting the company with its marketing strategy.

Students Deliver Real-World Business Solutions

Wake Tech Business Administration students gained real-world experience developing innovative business solutions thanks to an experiential learning project this semester.
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Employee News
Wake Tech Executive Vice President Dr. Gayle Greene pins a new badge on Police Chief Wyatt Cumbo as college President Dr. Scott Ralls looks on.

College Appoints New Police Chief

Wyatt Cumbo, one of the original members of Wake Tech's Police Department, has been appointed chief of police.
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