College Remains Closed Wednesday

All Wake Tech campuses remain closed Wednesday, January 28, 2026, because of continued icy conditions. Students taking in-person classes should check with their instructors for more information. Online classes continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech services, including Admissions and Academic Advising, are available virtually at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.

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New Provost Named for IT, Business Programs and RTP Campus

Wake Tech is excited to welcome Tim Humphrey as its new provost of Information Technology and Business…
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November 2025

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Partnerships
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New Training Opportunity Offered in Collision Repair

Wake Tech is excited to announce a new workforce training opportunity focused on automotive glass repair to help meet growing demand in the area.
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Events
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New Paramedics Strengthen Emergency Response Workforce

Wake Tech is celebrating 32 new paramedics who are prepared to support the region's growing emergency response needs.
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Events
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College Announces Fall Honor Roll

Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls is proud to announce that 2,741 students earned a place on the college's Fall 2025 Honor Roll, recognizing outstanding academic achievement.
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Events
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Spring Enrollment Hits Record High

Wake Tech kicked off the Spring semester with record-breaking enrollment, as more students choose the college to pursue their educational and career goals.
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Division News
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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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Funding & Development
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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
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College Announces New Basic Skills Leader

Erik Russ is Wake Tech's new dean of College and Career Readiness.
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Events
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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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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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