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Catawba Valley Community College is an accredited comprehensive community college serving Catawba and Alexander counties. More than 5,000 students are enrolled in college credit courses and more than 15,000 students are enrolled in short-term, non-credit learning opportunities. It offers programming in Hickory, Newton and Taylorsville and in many community and workplace locations.
06/12/2026
Catawba Valley Community College is excited to announce the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester! To make the President’s List, students must maintain a GPA of 3.8 to 4.0, while the Dean’s List recognizes students with a GPA of 3.5 to 3.799.
Keep soaring, Red Hawk Nation!
View the full President's List here: cvcc.edu/spring-2026-presidents-list
View the full Dean's List here: cvcc.edu/spring-2026-deans-list
Your future starts here. Whether you’re heading to college for the first time or ready for a fresh start, CVCC is ready to help you take the next step toward your goals. Apply Today at cvcc.edu/applynow.
06/10/2026
Congratulations to our talented students, advisors, and SkillsUSA chapter on an outstanding showing at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference!
CVCC once again demonstrated its national leadership in career and technical education, earning multiple honors at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held June 1-5 in Atlanta, Georgia.
CVCC students brought home three gold medals, two silver medals, two bronze medals, and numerous top ten finishes while competing against the nation’s best career and technical education students. In addition, CVCC was recognized as a Gold Chapter of Distinction and captured the prestigious Outstanding Chapter Award in the postsecondary division.
🔗 Read the full press release here: cvcc.edu/skills-usa-26/
06/09/2026
✨ Rule of Thirds: Red Hawk Edition ✨
06/04/2026
From clinical settings to patient care, your journey starts with preparation that matters. CVCC is here to guide you into a future built on skill, compassion, and confidence. Apply today at cvcc.edu/applynow.
06/03/2026
Even during the summer months ☀️ the CVCC Campus Store is open and stocked with all the essentials! Need snacks, CVCC gear, or a cuddly Jellycat? Find it all in the Campus Store located inside the Student Center, open Monday–Thursday, 8AM–4:30PM.
06/01/2026
Nominations are now open for the 2026 CVCC Distinguished Alumni Award!
Annually, the Catawba Valley Community College Alumni Association honors an Alumnus/Alumna who exemplifies the values and mission of CVCC through significant professional achievement, leadership and service.
To be eligible, candidates must have earned a certificate, degree or diploma from CVCC and demonstrate one or more of the following:
Achievement and Leadership: Exceptional accomplishment and leadership within their profession, career field, business, and/or industry;
Service to Community: Recognition for meritorious service and positive contributions to their community at the local, state, and/or national level (professionally or personally);
Connection to Alma Mater: Outstanding service, engagement, or support of Catawba Valley Community College and its mission; and/or
Educational Impact: Acknowledgement of the transformative impact of their CVCC education and/or student experience as foundational to their personal and professional success.
Nominees should reflect integrity, achievement, and a commitment to service that brings honor and distinction to the College and its Alumni community. The nomination period ends on August 15, 2026 at midnight.
For questions, contact Meg Spivey, Director of Resource Development at the CVCC Foundation, via email [email protected] or phone 828-327-7000 ext. 4827.
05/29/2026
Trade programs are booming, and demand is at an all-time high! To keep up with student interest, CVCC is hiring a full-time Electrical Systems, HVACR, and Welding Instructor to join our growing team.
If you're passionate about teaching, skilled in your trade, and ready to shape the next generation, we want to hear from you. Join CVCC in powering the future workforce of Catawba County.
⚡️ Discover opportunities and apply today at cvcc.edu/employment/
At CVCC, learning starts with doing. From hands-on labs to real-world training, students build the skills and confidence to step into their future from day one. Apply now at cvcc.edu/applynow.
05/27/2026
Learn how artificial intelligence and digital tools are shaping the modern workplace. This online course focuses on practical skills you can use on the job and in everyday tasks. This course is ideal for unemployed or underemployed adults looking to strengthen digital, communication, and problem-solving skills.
June 16 – July 30 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 2:00–3:45 p.m.
Register: In person with Student Services or online at https://cvcc.tech/hrd
Registration Information: Individuals enrolling in courses offered through the Human Resources Development (HRD) Program may be granted a waiver of registration fees if they meet one of four criteria:
1) Are unemployed
2) Have received notification of pending layoff
3) Are working and are eligible for the federal earned income tax credit
4) Are working and earning wages at or below two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty guidelines.