Surry Community College

Surry Community College A 2 year college located in Dobson, NC in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Surry Community College is located in Dobson, North Carolina in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and services Surry and Yadkin Counties. Founded in 1964, the college is a two-year, comprehensive college with an open-door admissions policy. We offer thirty-six areas of study, many of which have options for an associate degree, diploma or certificate, as well as online degrees. I

n addition, the college serves over 18,000 students in over 1,500 classes through our Corporate and Continuing Education division. This area of the college offers a variety of learning opportunities through “not-for-credit” classes for those looking to take a one-time class for personal enrichment or to expand their knowledge base in a particular area. In addition to its main campus, the college operates the Workforce Development Center in Mount Airy, the Yadkin Center in Yadkinville, the Pilot Center in Pilot Mountain, and The Elkin Center in Elkin. Offering many of our basic skills, continuing education classes and core curriculum classes, these satellite centers are conveniently located to better serve our communities and students. Our exceptional faculty and staff provide the knowledge and expertise required for challenging careers or successful transfers to four-year colleges or universities, as well as help prepare students for jobs in vocational, occupational and industry related areas. Whether you are just graduating from high school, an adult student looking to change careers, or seeking further certification in your current career, Surry Community College will help put you to work faster and provide you with a successful career path.

Taking learning beyond the classroom! ⚙️ SCC Machining Instructor Paschal Dobbin's Machining Technology III (MAC-113) cl...
06/23/2026

Taking learning beyond the classroom! ⚙️ SCC Machining Instructor Paschal Dobbin's Machining Technology III (MAC-113) class recently visited Cross Technologies for a behind-the-scenes look at real-world operations.
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Surry Community College's Computer-Integrated Machining curriculum prepares students with the analytical, creative and innovative skills necessary to take a production idea from an initial concept through design, development and production, resulting in a finished product.

🙋 Interested in SCC's Computer-Integrated Machining program? Contact Ray Hoots at (336) 386-3267 or [email protected] to learn about the program.

📌 Registration for the Fall 2026 semester is currently ongoing. If you have any questions about applying for college, financial aid, or career choices, contact Student Services at (336) 386-3264 or [email protected].

⚡🔧 Building the future workforce starts NOW!Surry-Yadkin Works, in partnership with Surry Community College, Elkin City ...
06/22/2026

⚡🔧 Building the future workforce starts NOW!

Surry-Yadkin Works, in partnership with Surry Community College, Elkin City Schools, Mount Airy City Schools, Surry County Schools, Yadkin County Schools and local industry partners, has launched the Careers Electric Summer Academy—giving students hands-on training and college coursework to spark careers in North Carolina’s growing electrical field.

This program is one of just 12 across the state, powered by the NCBCE and Siemens Foundation, with a bold goal: training 25,000 North Carolinians for electrical careers over the next decade.

This summer, 17 high school students and 2 recent graduates are gaining real-world experience through this exciting opportunity. ⚡️

📌 Read the full story: https://surry.edu/news/surry-yadkin-works-launches-electric-summer-academy-to-prepare-students-for-high-demand-electrical-careers

From Surry County to film festivals across the country (and internationally!), SCC alum Lauren Henderson is carving out ...
06/18/2026

From Surry County to film festivals across the country (and internationally!), SCC alum Lauren Henderson is carving out her own space in the film industry, one day at a time. 🎬

After earning her associate degree through Surry Early College High School, she went on to complete a Bachelor of Fine Arts focused in Film Producing at the UNC School of the Arts. Now working as an editor and filmmaker, Henderson has written, directed, and produced award-winning work, including her short film The Four Daniels, which has been screened at film festivals across the United States and in Greece.

Lauren mentions that she cultivated the drive to become a filmmaker at Surry. “Having a voice in the room say, ‘This is good, keep going,’ during those pivotal [teenage] years inspired me to keep creating, even when things got hard.”

Her journey — from early inspiration at SCC to professional success — reflects perseverance, creativity, and a commitment to following her passion for film.

“The cool thing about being a filmmaker is that you get to live so many different lives through the stories you tell. And when someone watches that story, or reads something I wrote, and tells me that they see themselves in it too, that’s a feeling I’ll carry with me forever. That’s truly what inspires me to create – the power of connecting with an audience through art,” says Lauren.

📌 Read more about Lauren's incredible journey here: https://surry.edu/news/scc-alum-tackles-film-industry

Surry Community College has had a record breaking 36 student-athletes receive spring All-Region honors for their academi...
06/18/2026

Surry Community College has had a record breaking 36 student-athletes receive spring All-Region honors for their academic performance! 🎉

Region 10 student-athletes must achieve at least a 3.0 GPA while earning a minimum of 12 credit hours and participating in a spring semester sport to receive All-Academic honors.

Surry baseball had 26 recipients: Tre Blankenship, Will Bradshaw, Jay Brookshire, Conner Brown, Tanner Byrd, Myles Draughn, Gavin Duty, Brayden Fowler, Carter Hayes, Nohr Issa, Chase James, Abe Johnson, Aaron Jones, Brice Knox, Mason Lockrem, Bryce Mabe, Leyton McMahon, Maddox Nelson, Noah Owens, Kye Pennington, Conner Robertson, Lazaro Santos, Gaige Scruggs, Southern Smith-Tilley, Gavin Swann, and Nolan Tovornik.

10 members of the Surry softball team were also recognized: Tessa Brim, Englani Campbell, Payton Campbell, Wendy Craig, Reagan Jester, Jackie Morgan, Celia Robertson, Jordan Snow, Abby Sorrell, and Haley Yates.

📌 https://surry.edu/news/surry-student-athletes-earn-all-region-academic-honors

Surry Community College is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a day of history, community, and fun! 🇺🇸Join us on ...
06/17/2026

Surry Community College is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a day of history, community, and fun! 🇺🇸

Join us on Wednesday, June 24 for a special celebration on SCC's Dobson campus featuring:
🌳 a Liberty Tree Dedication | 🕒 11 a.m. | 📍 A-Building
🍦 Ice Cream Social | 🕒 12 p.m. | 📍 Betty Kay Vaughn Clock Tower
📚 and a Genealogy Workshop | 🕒 1 p.m. | 📍 SCC Library, 2nd Floor

Don't miss it - bring a friend and be part of the celebration!

📌 https://surry.edu/news/scc-celebrates-americas-250th-birthday

Surry-Yadkin Works recently celebrated 85 students accepting part-time employment, full-time employment, and apprentices...
06/17/2026

Surry-Yadkin Works recently celebrated 85 students accepting part-time employment, full-time employment, and apprenticeships! 🎉

This year, twenty-five registered apprentices completed their apprenticeship programs and were recognized during the 2026 Surry-Yadkin Works Job Signing Celebration. These graduates have successfully combined paid, hands-on training with classroom instruction to earn industry-recognized credentials and launch their careers. Many have accepted full-time employment with their employers, while others will continue advancing in their professions through additional education and training.

“Career signing events like this are among the most meaningful moments of the year because they celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our students. Each signing represents a student taking the next step toward a successful future, whether through employment, an apprenticeship, or continued education,” said Crystal Folger-Hawks, Executive Director of Surry-Yadkin Works, said. “We are grateful to our business partners, educators, and families who invest in these students and help create opportunities that strengthen our workforce and our communities.”

📌 For a full list of names and to read the complete article, click here: https://surry.edu/news/surry-yadkin-works-celebrates-122-students-accepting-part-time-employment-full-time-employment-and-apprenticeships

The SCC Nursing Club is hosting a Port-a-Pit fundraiser! Plates are $15 each and include 1/2 smoked chicken, baked beans...
06/17/2026

The SCC Nursing Club is hosting a Port-a-Pit fundraiser!

Plates are $15 each and include 1/2 smoked chicken, baked beans, slaw, a roll, and dessert. Orders must be completed by July 15.

Pick-up will be Monday, July 20, at Surry Community College in the H-Building parking lot, between 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Delivery is available with a minimum order requirement of 10 plates to local businesses. Deliveries will range from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Scan the QR code or visit this link to order: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcKjHsxKmDl3VQoUBi4DpH77ifSqgEjFa4BO2KlinbpTFj9A/formResponse

Questions? Call (336) 386-3224.

Vacation road trip or airport chaos ahead? Grab an audiobook from the Dogwood Digital Library, https://bit.ly/scc_audiob...
06/16/2026

Vacation road trip or airport chaos ahead? Grab an audiobook from the Dogwood Digital Library, https://bit.ly/scc_audiobooks, and turn your travel time into story time. 📖🎧

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630 S Main Street
Dobson, NC
27017

Telephone

+13363868121

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