Piedmont Technical College students come from wide-ranging backgrounds—from first time college students, to four-year college graduates coming back to school to learn a new skill. But they’re united in their drive to improve their lives through education. These are a few of their stories.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Major
Graduation Date: May 2014
Currently: Sealed Air
Cory Nickles is always up for a challenge. So, the engineering technology programs at Piedmont Technical College were perfect for him.
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Associate Degree Nursing Major
Graduation Date: May 2017
For Newberry resident Michelle Burns, becoming a nurse has been a dream since childhood. But like many Piedmont Technical College students, she had to delay that dream until later in life.
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Transfer Degree Major
Abby Pilgrim knows exactly what she wants to do with her future. And she knows the dual enrollment classes she took through Piedmont Technical College will help her get there.
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Transfer Degree Major
Gracie Herrin has big plans for her future. And she’s taking the steps now to prepare her for success.
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Building Construction Technology Major
Graduation Date: May 2017
In May, Kenneth McDaniel prepared to walk across the graduation stage at Piedmont Technical College to complete a journey that he was not always sure was possible when he decided to get his degree.
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Cardiovascular Technology Major
Graduation Date: August 2015
Currently: Self Regional Healthcare
When Nicholas Blackwell decided to attend Piedmont Technical College to receive training that would prepare him for career, he was not completely sure what direction to take.
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Massage Therapy Major
Graduation Date: August 2016
Currently: StillWaters Natural Wellness Spa
Melissa Raugh knows that just because you put your dreams on hold doesn’t mean you can’t achieve them.
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Computer Technology Major
Graduation Date: 2010
Currently: Self Regional Healthcare
Allen was connected to an internship that led to a career in computer technology at Self Regional Healthcare.
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Associate Degree Nursing Major
From an early age, Abigail Hershberger knew she was gravitating to a career in health care. She read a lot and would find anything she could get her hands on that contained medical subject matter. She was also the oldest of 10 children and often found herself slipping into the role of caretaker when it came to her younger siblings. These factors were key points along her path to becoming a Piedmont Technical College nursing student.
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Respiratory Care Major
Graduation Date: August 2014
Currently: Self Regional Healthcare
Precious Logan always dreamed of a career in health care. She wanted to help people.
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