For more than 60 years, Wake Tech has changed the lives of thousands of people – helped them uncover hidden talents, start bold ventures, realize dreams and, sometimes, do the impossible. 

Each transformation is compelling, each story worth sharing – and Wake Tech students and alumni love sharing them! Take a look at some of their unique and inspiring stories.

WTCC Craft Beer Program - Fermenting Entrepreneurs

WTCC Craft Beer Program - Fermenting Entrepreneurs

Oaklyn Springs Brewery  - Class of 2018

“The Wake Tech Craft Beer Brewing program gave us the chance to spread our wings in our senior years."

Tony Byrd Photo

From Cappuccino to Coding

Tony Byrd

"I hope my story inspires others!"

Kelsea Read

Winning Against All Odds

Kelsea Read  - Class of 2018

“Knowledge is power. Nobody can take my education away from me. “

Tara Courtney photo

Dual Enrollment, Now Dual Degrees

Tara Courtney - Class of 2019

“This amazing opportunity allowed me to complete 27 credits by the time I graduated high school!”

2018-19 SGA President

2018-19 SGA President

Jose Fabre Jr  - Class of 2019

“Wake Tech is a place for incredible, hands-on education.”

Chris McAllister

Instructors in the Classroom Spark Success in the Field

Chris McAllister  - Class of 2012

"I am grateful for educators like Mr. Moore."

Andrew Szwarckop

Building a New Career

Andrew Szwarckop  - Class of 2018

“Wake Tech had the right courses at the right times for me.”

Khadijah Daniels

Executing a Game Plan

Khadijah Daniels  - Class of 2018

"I chose Wake Tech because it’s the number one community college in North Carolina and I wanted the opportunity to continue my basketball career."

Shantal Grullon

Never Too Young to Learn

Shantal  Grullon - Class of 2019

“Wake Tech and Lenovo have given me resources to get where I want to be!”

Tony Tran

A Mission of Confidence

Tony Tran - Class of 2018

"Hopefully is not part of my vocabulary."

Sarah Allevato

Persistence Pays Off

Sarah  Allevato - Class of 2018

“The support I’ve have received at Wake Tech, - from the tutoring staff, the instructors, to my cheer coach - has been invaluable and equipped me to succeed.”

Katrina Knapp

A Passion for Smiles

Katrina  Knapp - Class of 2015

“Wake Tech was an incredible building block for me. I wouldn’t be the hygienist I am today without the numerous opportunities provided by Wake Tech.”

Chris Mathews, Graduate

Crunching the Numbers

Chris  Mathews - Class of 2018

“Wake Tech gave me a brand new set of skills to help me move to a new stage in my career.”  

Rye Robinson

A Big Move to the Big Apple

Rye Robinson - Class of 2015

“I really appreciate all the support that continues to come from everyone at Wake Tech.”

Gary Fogarty

Hard Hat Hero

Gary Fogarty - Class of 2012

“If I had not come to Wake Tech, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”