Wytheville Community College 2025 Commencement Program

Mrs. Donna Fender Professor Emeritus

Mrs. Donna Fender has been selected as Professor Emeritus of Wytheville Community College for 2025. This honor may be bestowed on retired WCC faculty members who held faculty rank, had a minimum of ten years of service, and made meritorious and significant contributions to the college. Mrs. Fender earned an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Wytheville Community College in 1980, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Radford University in 1982, and a Master’s Degree in Education from Radford University in 1987. Mrs. Fender devoted 15 years of exemplary service to Wytheville Community College (WCC), which included 12 years as a faculty member and 3 ½ years as an administrator. She taught Administrative Support Technology from 1999 to 2011. As an associate professor and Program Head of Administrative Support Technology, Mrs. Fender worked diligently to provide relevant instruction to prepare students for their career path. She encouraged and mentored students in and out of the classroom and also served as club co-sponsor for WCC’s Phi Beta Lambda chapter where many WCC students earned state and national recognition for their business skills. Mrs. Fender served as the Interim Dean of General Education and Business during 2011-2012, and became the Dean of Transfer, Business, and Social Sciences in 2012, until her retirement in 2015. Her leadership and commitment were instrumental in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, advancing college initiatives, and delivering exceptional support to administration, faculty, staff, and students. Donna consistently demonstrated professionalism and accuracy in her division, providing academic leadership in program planning, overseeing accreditation requirements, and creating articulation opportunities. Throughout her tenure, Mrs. Fender championed WCC’s culture of excellence and quality service, promoting teamwork, respectful communication, and professional development. WCC proudly honors Mrs. Donna Fender for her dedication, leadership, and invaluable contributions to the college community.