Wharton County Junior College

10/15/2026

Wharton County Junior College Instructor of Geology Peter Anderson is well known for his lively lectures and deep knowledge of geology, and now is the perfect time to get a taste of his expertise. Anderson’s presentation of “Texas Through Deep Time – 152 Million Years of Tectonics, Volcanoes, Rising Seas and Evolution” is currently featured on the Texas Master Naturalist Program’s website. Anderson’s video is located in the right-hand column near the top of the site’s homepage (see link below). The Texas Master Naturalist Program is sponsored by Texas Parks & Wildlife and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

10/15/2026

GAMEDAY ALERT! 📣
The Pioneers are headed to Athens, Texas, as they face Trinity Valley Community College this evening.
🕔 5:00 PM
🎥 Streaming Live: Search "Trinity Valley Card Cast" on YouTube!
Go Pioneers! 🌟

10/13/2026

Put on your dancing shoes! 👞✨
Catch The Pioneer Band and Jazz Band live tonight at 7:00 PM in the Pioneer Student Center Ballroom for An Evening of Dance!

10/13/2026

Last week’s highlights, as we head into GAME DAY! ❤️🏐
Pioneers are on the road to Navarro College, game starts at 5 p.m.

10/12/2026

Wharton County Junior College and Lamar Consolidated Independent School District this month signed a dual credit partnership agreement that will create new pathways for dual credit students. Pictured signing the document are, from left, Lamar CISD Executive Director of CTE Dr. Kayse Lazar and WCJC President Dr. Amanda Allen.

10/09/2026

Lace up your sneakers and start planning your costume—the Annual 5K Stride & Stroll is right around the corner! 🎃👟
Whether you're running for a personal record or taking a scenic morning walk along the river, every step you take makes a direct difference. Your support funds hot daily meals, Meals on Wheels, non-emergency medical transportation, and social activities for local adults 60+ across Wharton and Colorado counties, keeping our senior neighbors nourished, connected, and independent. 💛

Prefer to support from the sidelines? You can still make an impact by becoming a community sponsor, volunteering, or donating!

⏰ Early registration ends Monday, October 12!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
⏰ Registration: 7:30 a.m. | Race: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Riverfront Park, Central Pavilion (222 East Elm Street, Wharton, TX)
👉 Sign up or learn more: Email [email protected] or call 979-532-6430.
Let's hit the ground running together for our seniors!

10/09/2026

Get ready to tap your toes! 🎶💃
The WCJC Band presents "An Evening of Dance" this coming Tuesday, Oct. 13 in the Pioneer Student Center Ballroom!
📅 Tuesday, October 13
🕒 Showtimes: 3:00 P.M. & 7:00 PM
📍 Pioneer Student Center Ballroom (Wharton Campus)
🎟 FREE and open to the public!

10/09/2026

PIONEERS WIN! 🏐❤️
Pioneers fought their way over Panola College (3-1)

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Let books be... stories, knowledge, and conversation.
Happy Banned Books Week! Visit the library to see our display, including a breakdown of recent book challenges and a selection of titles you might just find surprising.
The right to read is yours—come exercise it! 📚✨