Wytheville Community College 2025 Annual Report

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS WCC is fortunate to be able to administer three “last-dollar” scholarship programs for recent qualified high school graduates throughout the college’s service region. These scholarships are awarded after all other scholarships, financial aid, and grants are awarded if needed.

WYTHE-BLAND FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP The Wythe-Bland Foundation Scholarship Program provides full tuition and fees for all qualified residents who recently graduated from Wythe and Bland County area high schools, private schools, or homeschool. The Wythe-Bland Foundation established this program in 2007. TWIN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP The Twin County Community Foundation

Scholarship Program provides scholarships for all qualified residents who recently graduated from Carroll County, Grayson County, and the City of Galax high schools, private schools, or homeschool with at least a 3.0 grade average (GPA). The Twin County Community Foundation established this program in 2019.

SMYTH COUNTY PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP The Smyth County Promise Scholarship Program provides full tuition and fees for all qualified residents who graduate from Smyth County area high schools as a “last dollar” scholarship. The Smyth County Foundation and Smyth County Board of Supervisors created the Smyth County Promise Scholarship in 2023.

DR. THOMAS L. BARNES SCHOLARSHIP FUND GOLF TOURNAMENT

Each year WCC honors the legacy of Dr. Thomas L. Barnes who served as the Dean of Students at Wytheville Community College from 1972-2004. Along with serving as the Dean, he was the Director of Veteran Affairs for Wytheville Community College. Dr. Barnes graduated in 1964 from Penn State University with his doctorate degree in education, afterward accepting the position at Wytheville Community College. Dr. Barnes served honorably in the United States Navy from (1964-2002) and retired as a Naval Captain holding many high-ranking positions at various duty stations around the world. Dr. Barnes led and managed various activities in Wytheville and surrounding county communities, along with serving as the president of the Lions Club. Dr. Barnes was a soldier, educator, and community leader, and the Appalachian Warrior Foundation Scholarship Fund set in his honor provides the same opportunities for other veterans. Dr. Barnes not only served our country honorably but also helped to educate others along the way. Dr. Barnes was a dedicated proponent of higher education, and the scholarship fund will be a lasting symbol of his passion and generosity. The annual golf tournament fundraiser in his name supports students who are veterans or first responders.

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