Faculty Friday – Meet Dr. Lonnie Griffin

Decades after leaving southeastern North Carolina for a life of service, education and opportunity, Dr. Lonnie Griffin has found his way back home — this time through the doors of Âé¶¹Ó³»­. As the new Dean of Arts and Sciences, Lonnie is focused on taking his expertise and years of experience to make a lasting impact on the Read More
Dan and Linda Lynes presenting a check to The Foundation of BCC in support of scholarships for healthcare students

Dan and Linda Lynes Continue a Legacy of Giving at BCC

Longtime Âé¶¹Ó³»­ supporters Dan and Linda Lynes are continuing a tradition of generosity that has helped BCC students pursue their dreams. The Lynes recently presented The Foundation of Âé¶¹Ó³»­ with a $20,000 gift to further strengthen the Dan & Linda Lynes Âé¶¹Ó³»­ Endowed Scholarship Trust. Their support helps provide Read More
New softball coach on pitcher's mound

BCC Names Tanner Bullard Head Softball Coach

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ is excited to welcome Tanner Bullard as the new head coach of the Dolphins softball program. Bullard brings several years of collegiate coaching experience and a passion for helping student-athletes succeed both on the field and in the classroom. Before joining BCC, Bullard spent three seasons as an assistant coach at Converse Read More
Gabriella DiSisto in the BCC Courtyard

Helping More Students Succeed: Gabriella DiSisto Joins The Foundation of BCC

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ is pleased to welcome Gabriella DiSisto as the new Executive Director of The Foundation of Âé¶¹Ó³»­. With more than a decade of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience, DiSisto brings a passion for connecting generous people with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting difference. Throughout her career, she has helped nonprofits Read More

BCC BLET Class 75 Earns Perfect Pass Rate on North Carolina State Exam

Âé¶¹Ó³»­’s Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Class 75 has reached an outstanding milestone, achieving a 100% pass rate on the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission State Comprehensive Exam. The rigorous four-hour, 300-question exam is the final academic requirement for aspiring law enforcement officers in North Carolina. Passing the exam Read More

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ Practical Nursing Program Ranked No. 2 in North Carolina

Âé¶¹Ó³»­’s Practical Nursing (PN) program has been recognized as the No. 2 Licensed Practical Nursing program in North Carolina for 2026 by PracticalNursing.org, a trusted national resource for nursing education, licensure, and career information. The annual rankings recognize nursing programs that demonstrate excellence in preparing future nurses through strong academic outcomes and quality Read More
People clapping

BCC Dedicates Alan Holden Public Safety Center

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ officially dedicated the Alan Holden Public Safety Center on June 11, marking a significant investment in public safety education, workforce development, and the future of emergency response throughout Brunswick County and southeastern North Carolina. Community leaders, public safety professionals, elected officials, BCC trustees, faculty, staff, students, and supporters gathered for a special Read More
BIP students in candid photos

Brunswick Interagency Program Earns Reaccreditation

 Brunswick Interagency Program Earns National Reaccreditation The Brunswick Interagency Program (BIP) at Âé¶¹Ó³»­ has earned national reaccreditation through COA Accreditation, a service of Social Current, recognizing the program’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The achievement reflects BIP’s dedication to helping its students build independence, confidence, and Read More
President Gene Smith, Dan and Linda Lynes, and Katie Caison at ribbon cutting

BCC Celebrates Dedication of Dan and Linda Lynes Health Sciences Center

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ officially dedicated the Dan and Linda Lynes Health Sciences Center during a special ribbon cutting ceremony held on campus on May 19. More than 100 family members, friends, community leaders, faculty, staff, and supporters gathered to celebrate the Lynes family’s longtime commitment to student success and healthcare education at BCC. The ceremony Read More
BCC Student holding a book and Airman holding a congratulations sign

A Graduation Surprise 22 Years in the Making

When Ann Faircloth arrived on campus for what she believed was a routine student profile interview, she was simply ready to share her story. What she didn’t know was that this moment had been quietly set in motion by someone who knows her story best. Her son, Charles V. Faircloth III, an active-duty Airman stationed Read More