Happy Holidays!

The college is closed December 21 through January 1 for winter break and will reopen January 2. Prospective students can still apply for enrollment online during the break, and continuing students can register for Spring semester classes.

For more than 60 years, Wake Tech has changed the lives of thousands of people – helped them uncover hidden talents, start bold ventures, realize dreams and, sometimes, do the impossible. 

Each transformation is compelling, each story worth sharing – and Wake Tech students and alumni love sharing them! Take a look at some of their unique and inspiring stories.

Laura Fahnestock photo

Moving Up the Ranks

Laura Fahnestock - Class of 1989

"Work hard and good things will come to you."

Mae Siggins photo

Networking to Success

Mae Siggins - Class of 2016

“I love the professors at Wake Tech. They’re here to help you and invest in you.”

Photo of Wake Tech Student Johnny Wood

A Focus on Technology

Johnny Wood - Class of 1994

“I always recommend Wake Tech!”

Enzo Codella photo

A New Home, a New Purpose

Enzo Codella - Class of 2016

“Wake Tech gave me the opportunity to outdo myself – inside and outside the classroom!”

Wake Tech Student Success Latesha Sharpe

A Scholar and a Leader

Latesha Sharpe - Class of 2016

"Wake Tech is where I found myself!”

Wake Tech Student Success Adam Purvis photo

Local Venture, Global Mission

Adam Purvis - Class of 2012

“The education you receive at Wake Tech will go as far as you want to take it!”

Gwendolyn Jammeh photo

A Life-Changing Experience

Gwendolyn Jammeh - Class of 2015

“Wake Tech helped put me on a new path and gave me the opportunity to succeed.”

Michael Cheramie photo

From the Army to ABCs

Michael Cheramie - Class of 2015

“Wake Tech helped me realize who I am and where I want to be.”

Troy Richardson

Building a Successful Career

Troy Richardson - Class of 1992

“My Wake Tech degree and continuing education propelled me into a prosperous career!”

Annette Sanders photo

Never Too Late For a Fresh Start

Annette Sanders - Class of 2015

“I was so afraid to take a leap of faith and better my life. Now, I feel like I can accomplish anything! Wake Tech gave me the jump start I needed! ”

Kat Launey photo

A Colorful New Chapter

Kat Launey - Class of 2015

“I wanted formal art training, and Wake Tech offered that. I learned so much in those two years. It was fantastic!”

Veronica Bowers Photo

A Degree in Hand

Veronica Bowers - Class of 2015

“It would have been impossible for me to get to campus for classes. Wake Tech’s online program was exactly what I needed!”

Justin Attenweiler

Brewing Up a New Career

Justin Attenweiler - Class of 2015

“I’m making good money doing something I enjoy. I have Wake Tech to thank for that!”

Sarah Schwepker

A Flair for the Arts

Sarah Schwepker - Class of 2015

“I didn’t realize I had this talent!”

Monique and Mitchell LaValley photo

Sibling Success

Monique and Mitchell LaValley - Class of 2014

“Programs like STEM Stars and the Honors Program give me extra drive to succeed.”