Erie County Community College

09/21/2026

Did you know that all students from the Erie County Community College can ride every EMTA fixed route bus for FREE?
That's right, just show the driver your EC3 issued ID for your free ride!

09/18/2026

Every Fall and Spring semester, we host "Pizza with the President" events. During these events, EC3 students get the chance to meet and speak with Dr. Gray while enjoying some pizza, drinks, and snacks between classes.

Our Mid-Fall session is fast approaching! Visit www.ec3pa.org/apply for more information about EC3 and to apply to become a student.

09/16/2026

Next Thursday, September 24th, EC3 President Dr. Chris Gray will take part in a 'Meet the Presidents' event!

09/16/2026

Good news! 🧡💛💙

Erie County Community College will receive $900,000 in state grants to upgrade classrooms and facilities, supporting growing enrollment and workforce training needs across its Summit and West Campuses.

09/16/2026

Constitution Day Event: Constitution Myth Busters
Thursday, September 17, 11:00 a.m. to Noon

Recognize Constitution Day! Come and find out what you REALLY know about the Constitution! Founding Faculty member Kimber Forrester will share his knowledge surrounding commonly held beliefs about the Constitution of the United States.

Thursday, September 17, 11:00 a.m.- Noon in the first-floor conference room at our Erie West Campus

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

In observance of Labor Day, EC3 campuses are closed today, Monday, September 7th, and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th.

Thank you to the workers who uplift our community!

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09/01/2026

Today is a very special day in EC3 history:

September 1, 2021, EC3 started classes. This week, we're proud to celebrate our fifth anniversary of being in the classroom.

Thank you to all of our faculty and staff members for making it a great start while serving our students and Erie County. The best is yet to come!

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08/21/2026

What a week this has been! 💛

The first week of the 2026- 2027 academic year was a success. We ended Welcome Week at our Erie West location, which is absolutely buzzing with students eager to learn and grow. Best of luck this Fall Semester!



For more information about EC3 and to apply, please visit:
www.EC3PA.org/apply

08/20/2026

We're feeling the EC3 spirit at our Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) Campus! 💙

Earlier this week, we visited our YLI Campus to welcome new and returning students to EC3, bringing snacks to get them through their afternoon. Best of luck with the Fall Semester, EC3 students!



For more information about EC3 and to apply, please visit:
www.EC3PA.org/apply