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.

Shantal Grullon

Never Too Young to Learn

Shantal  Grullon - Class of 2019

“Wake Tech and Lenovo have given me resources to get where I want to be!”

Tony Tran

A Mission of Confidence

Tony Tran - Class of 2018

"Hopefully is not part of my vocabulary."

Sarah Allevato

Persistence Pays Off

Sarah  Allevato - Class of 2018

“The support I’ve have received at Wake Tech, - from the tutoring staff, the instructors, to my cheer coach - has been invaluable and equipped me to succeed.”

Katrina Knapp

A Passion for Smiles

Katrina  Knapp - Class of 2015

“Wake Tech was an incredible building block for me. I wouldn’t be the hygienist I am today without the numerous opportunities provided by Wake Tech.”

Chris Mathews, Graduate

Crunching the Numbers

Chris  Mathews - Class of 2018

“Wake Tech gave me a brand new set of skills to help me move to a new stage in my career.”  

Rye Robinson

A Big Move to the Big Apple

Rye Robinson - Class of 2015

“I really appreciate all the support that continues to come from everyone at Wake Tech.”

Gary Fogarty

Hard Hat Hero

Gary Fogarty - Class of 2012

“If I had not come to Wake Tech, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

Yusuf Mahmoud

Leading By Example

Yusuf Mahmoud - Class of 2017

“Wake Tech is where I found a home, family, and people who care about me.”

Justin Johnson

A Matter of Pride

Justin Johnson - Class of 2017

"I wanted to make something of myself."

Joe Malfi Photo

High Tech and High Touch

Joe Malfi - Class of 2016

"This type of class has the potential to change a lot of lives, and it definitely changed mine."

Dominique Gonzalez Photo

A Style All Her Own

Dominique Gonzalez - Class of 2014

“Wake Tech worked best for me!”

Abdou Ndiaye photo, Class of 2013

Engineering a New Life

Abdou Ndiaye - Class of 2014

Wake Tech is one of the best schools to help you find your way.

Heather Leah Photo

A New Chapter

Heather Leah - Class of 2008

“I could have been just another high school dropout. At Wake Tech, I learned how to be an author – and now I’m published and I have a book deal!”

Hannah Moyles photo

A Scholarly Chef

Hannah Moyles - Class of 2016

"I look forward to coming to class now. That’s the difference."

Laura Fahnestock photo

Moving Up the Ranks

Laura Fahnestock - Class of 1989

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