All Wake Tech campuses are closed Monday, March 16, 2026, due to forecasts of severe weather. Although the college is on spring break, many non-degree classes are still held this week. Students taking non-degree classes in person should check with their instructors for more information. Online non-degree classes continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech student services, including Admissions and Advising, are available online at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.
Wake Tech is honoring its past and looking ahead to its future through the college's inaugural Founders Day and Spirit Month. The celebration, which will become an annual event, will honor the establishment of the college, energize its commitment to student success and draw attention to its service to the community. Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls kicks off the festivities through a candid conversation with President Emeritus Dr. Stephen C. Scott. Scott served as Wake Tech's third president, heading the college from 2003 until his retirement in 2018. The two speak about Wake Tech's history while paying special attention to critical milestones achieved along the way. They also take a deep dive into the important role Wake Tech plays in shaping an educated and highly skilled workforce for Wake County.
Dr. Stephen C. Scott, was president of Wake Tech from 2003 until his retirement in 2018. He now serves as president emeritus.