2024 Press Releases

Dean's List graphic.
Dean's List graphic.
October 7, 2024
The Wharton County Junior College choir rehearses for the upcoming concert,
The Wharton County Junior College choir rehearses for the upcoming concert, "Portraits of America," scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2024, at the Pioneer Student Center on the Wharton campus.
October 4, 2024
Wharton County Junior College instructor Willie Myles receives an award of appreciation for his 14 years of service to the college.
Wharton County Junior College instructor Willie Myles receives an award of appreciation for his 14 years of service to the college.
September 23, 2024
A recent study determined that WCJC promotes significant economic growth in its entire service area.
A recent study determined that WCJC promotes significant economic growth in its entire service area.
September 13, 2024
The Wharton County Junior College band rehearses for their upcoming show,
The Wharton County Junior College band rehearses for their upcoming show, "Swingin' with Disney," scheduled for 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, at the Horton Foote Theatre in the Duson-Hansen Fine Arts Building on the Wharton campus. The show is free and open to the public.
September 12, 2024
The Wharton County Junior College Pioneers volleyball team defeated Tyler College, 3-1, on Sept. 5 at the Gene Bahnsen Gymnasium in Wharton. This was WCJC's first home game. The Pioneers are 1-1 in conference play heading into the NCTC Tournament, scheduled for Sept. 6 through Sept. 7 in Gainesville. Pictured, from left to right, are WCJC players Elaiza Martinez of Rio Grande City and Haile Brandon of Fresno.
The Wharton County Junior College Pioneers volleyball team defeated Tyler College, 3-1, on Sept. 5 at the Gene Bahnsen Gymnasium in Wharton. This was WCJC's first home game. The Pioneers are 1-1 in conference play heading into the NCTC Tournament, scheduled for Sept. 6 through Sept. 7 in Gainesville. Pictured, from left to right, are WCJC players Elaiza Martinez of Rio Grande City and Haile Brandon of Fresno.
September 9, 2024
Sixteen students recently graduated from Wharton County Junior College’s Radiologic Technology program.
Sixteen students recently graduated from Wharton County Junior College’s Radiologic Technology program.
August 27, 2024
Wharton County Junior College recently held a ceremony for graduates of the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program.
Wharton County Junior College recently held a ceremony for graduates of the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program.
August 23, 2024
Wharton County Junior College's Paralegal Studies program offers a two-year associate of applied science degree for students interested in assisting attorneys in a variety of public and private legal settings. Pictured is Dr. Erma Hart, Program Director of WCJC's Paralegal Studies program.
Wharton County Junior College's Paralegal Studies program offers a two-year associate of applied science degree for students interested in assisting attorneys in a variety of public and private legal settings. Pictured is Dr. Erma Hart, Program Director of WCJC's Paralegal Studies program.
August 19, 2024
Wharton County Junior College recently hosted District 85 State Representative Stan Kitzman.
Wharton County Junior College recently hosted District 85 State Representative Stan Kitzman.
August 1, 2024
Wharton County Junior College's Human Services Program will begin offering a new Chemical Dependency Counselor certificate this fall. Pictured is Program Director Victoria Schultz.
Wharton County Junior College's Human Services Program will begin offering a new Chemical Dependency Counselor certificate this fall. Pictured is Program Director Victoria Schultz.
July 31, 2024
The Wharton County Junior College Band and Choir recently traveled to Missouri for performances in legendary theaters.
The Wharton County Junior College Band and Choir recently traveled to Missouri for performances in legendary theaters.
July 24, 2024