More backstage photos from before Thursday's graduation ceremony are now up on our Facebook page. #ClassOf2024
Wow! Last night was amazing. Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Here's the first of many photos. Check out our Facebook page for more!
Countdown to graduation is over! 🎓 Heads up: Student Services will close at noon today for event prep. Can't wait to see y'all tonight! #GradDay #SeeYouSoon
WC professor Romney Landis led a brave group of 30+ students, faculty, and staff through Germany and Italy this past week. The educational tour included stops at Munich Cathedral, New Town Hall, Dachau Memorial Concentration Camp, Nymphenburg Palace, a nine-hour drive through the Alps to Padua, Italy, and many more stops in Venice. Stay tuned for stories from their trip!
Honoring our heroes! Weatherford College held a moving Veterans Day Ceremony today to express our gratitude to those who have served our country. We were honored to have Colonel Lisa Winegar, US Army and WC instructor, as our guest speaker.
"It changed my entire career path." See link in bio to read how the Weatherford College Student Ambassador program is transforming the lives of students like Colby Wolf, providing them with invaluable leadership experience, networking opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference in the college community.
Hands-on learning in action! Our phlebotomy students gain real-world experience through lab simulations, community health fairs, and more. Swipe to see how they're preparing for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Our Coyotes brought their A-game to the Weatherford Parks and Recreation coed softball fall season, sweeping the competition and taking home 1st AND 2nd place! 🏆 WC-Black took first place with an 11-0 record over six weeks. WC-Gold earned second place.
WC's President Farmer recently visited a design class, engaging with students and learning about their creative projects. Swipe to see an example of what they've been working on, and don't miss the fall semester student art show and reception on Dec. 4 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Texas Hall to view more amazing student artwork.
From vehicle extractions to live fire training, the WC Fire Academy is always lit! Swipe to see our future firefighters in action.
Huge congratulations to these outstanding WC alumni who were recognized at the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce Banquet!
Dan Carney, WC Board of Trustees chairman - Outstanding Citizen Award
Elizabeth Baker - Athena Award
Luke Williams - Rising Star Award
Your accomplishments inspire us all! We're so proud to have you as part of the WC family. #WCCoyotePride #WeatherfordCollege #TrueTexas #Weatherford
Last night was spooktacular! Thank you to everyone who makes Safe Howloween a success year after year.
Road to victory! Our Coyote Volleyball team is on fire. ☄️
✅ 14-match winning streak
✅ Conference Title
✅ No. 1 seed in the Region V Tournament
WC plays out the regular season with their home finale on Wednesday at 6 p.m. against Cisco College and a road trip to Hillsboro on Saturday to face Hill College.
The regional tournament is in Roswell, New Mexico, Nov. 7-9, hosted by No. 3 New Mexico Military Institute.
WC student ambassadors welcomed 250 students from Stephenville's Gilbert Intermediate School on Friday. They treated them to games on the softball field, handed out WC T-shirts, and took them on a campus tour. We hope the students had a blade exploring WC and getting a taste of college life.
What's your favorite part of WC's production of "Jekyll & Hyde" the musical? Still haven't been!?!?! You have two more chances to catch this show. Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission is free!
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A quick photo op with our LVN students and instructors before heading to afternoon clinicals.
Don’t miss out on the haunting sounds of “Jekyll & Hyde” the musical this weekend in the Alkek Fine Arts Center at Weatherford College.
Showtimes are 7 p.m. this Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. No tickets are needed.
Go back in time to 1886 Victorian London for this stage adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” and witness the duality of human nature.
Dr. Henry Jekyll, played by Logan Thomas, is fueled by a desire to eliminate every trace of evil from the human spirit and develops a formula that he tests on himself. The experiment backfires, turning him into Mr. Hyde, an incarnation of evil. Eventually, Jekyll has no control over when he changes, and he races against time to find an antidote before he harms the people closest to him.
Other key leads include Kaleb Watson as John Utterson, Emily Farmer/Alanna Miller as Emma Carew and Mia Currie/Elliot Hayes as Lucy.
This production is rated PG-13 for scenes of violence and adult references.
“Jekyll & Hyde” was conceived for the stage by Steve Cuden and Frank Wildhorn, book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, music by Frank Wildhorn, orchestrations by Kim Schamberg and arrangements by Jason Howland. “Jekyll & Hyde” is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International.
WC Respiratory Care students are hosting a fall festival today in celebration of RC Week. Go learn about the program and have some fun. They'll be in front of the Don Allen Health Science Building until 4 pm. #RCWeek24
Burgers, smiles, and good times! WC Wise County students enjoyed a fall cookout earlier this month with all the fixings. 🍂🌭 #fallvibes #studentlife #cookout
On #NJCAADay, we celebrate how WC Athletics empowers student-athletes to achieve their dreams! From All-Americans to Olympians to MLB signees, our Coyotes are making their mark. #EmpowerTheFuture wcathletics.com
Did you know respiratory therapists are essential in the fight against lung disease and respiratory illnesses? This #RCWeek24, we're celebrating our dedicated students training to become healthcare heroes. Join us for a Fall Festival and learn more about this vital field!
🗓️ October 22
⏰ 12 - 4 p.m.
📍 In front of the Don Allen Health Center facing the quad
Prepping for the unexpected! 🚨 Our EMS students gained invaluable experience responding to a mock three-vehicle collision last week, complete with volunteer "victims." Huge thanks to Parker County CERT, WC nursing students, friends, and family for making this drill possible! #handsonlearning #EMS #WeatherfordCollege #MCIdrill
Our intramural co-ed softball teams competing in the City of Weatherford community league are currently 6-0 with three games tonight at Holland Lake Park starting at 6:45 p.m.
Congratulations to Jude Webb, our Weatherford College Ambassador of the Quarter!
"His professionalism shines through in everything he does, and he leads our student body by example every step of the way. We're lucky to have such a dedicated and inspiring leader representing us!" -- Grant Mills, Student Life Coordinator
Who doesn't love a cute Beanie Baby? Thanks to Follow Our Lead for the freebies today as they promote Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Rise and shine! Our dedicated Ag club members were up with the sun today, ready to lend their support at the Collegiate Livestock Judging Contest at the State Fair of Texas.
Our Student Ambassadors took a field trip to TCU this week for team development, topped off with an inspirational meeting with Dickies Arena CEO Matt Homan.
With the high temp still hitting 90, this October day was perfect for a car wash. Thanks to everyone for supporting our student ambassadors during the noon to 2 p.m. time slot. They'll be back out by the Alkek Fine Arts Center this evening from 5 to 7 p.m.
WC students from our emergency service programs joined forces this week for Weatherford's National Night Out.
Once a Coyote, always a Coyote! This past weekend, we made history with our first-ever alumni softball game, bringing together team spirit from 2013 to today.
LVN students having a study session for Anatomy and Physiology class on the WC hillside this beautiful Monday morning.
Our Coyotes did a fantastic job yesterday helping Love Weatherford pick up litter along Ric Williamson Hwy. There is another chance next month to help make and keep Weatherford beautiful. Contact Grant Mills at gmills@wc.edu for details.
The International Student Organization met today for a meet-and-greet lunch. Any WC student with an international connection or interest in learning about the countries represented by our international student population is welcome to join. Email dcregger@wc.edu for more info.
WC welcomed droves of teens and young adults on Friday for a Youth Career Exploration event. From productive workshops to networking, we saw hopes transforming into real career paths. Here's to making informed decisions and building the future, together!
---- WC Athletic Updates ----
🏐 Coyote volleyball begins conference with sweep: WC volleyball defeated Temple College this week in three sets, led by Weronika Urbanska's 11 kills and strong performances from Addison Carrillo and Lorena Gomez.
🏐 WC’s Morris wins national player of the week volleyball award: The freshman from Utah had an outstanding performance during a five-match trip, including 68 kills, a .220 hitting efficiency, and selection to the all-tournament team.
⛳ WC men take second at Waco River Classic, Giovanni Vezza placed ninth out of 99 golfers at 1 under and Dawson Langan was 12th at 1 over.
⛳️ WC golfer Corrina Haros finished second overall at the Texas Intercollegiate Tournament at Hawks Creek Golf Club in Fort Worth Sept. 9-10.
🐴 WC rodeo ready for another run at nationals: WC rodeo program has a long and successful history, with numerous national and regional champions and a reputation for attracting talented competitors. The 2024-25 season looks promising with a mix of experienced returners and talented newcomers, making them a strong contender in the highly competitive Southwest Region.
Read more athletic news at link in bio.
Creativity in action. Eben Hall's Design I and Design II students working on their current projects, Matisse-inspired cut-outs and wire creations.
Behind-the-scenes with WC's wildlife ecology class as they explore plots for wildlife management plans and set up trail cams with instructor Vance Christi.
"Dream big and act now" was the theme of WC President Tod Allen Farmer's speech at his annual address today. And WC is doing just that with the next building project just on the horizon, a new student union building to create a seamless, one-stop-shop for advising, registration, bookstore, cafeteria, and more!
To all our students – chase those dreams and seize the moment now. The road to your ambitions starts here at Weatherford College
Enjoying false fall on this beautiful, quiet Friday at WC. Summer returns tomorrow! #CampusView
Thank you to all of the students who participated in today's Suicide Awareness Day walk around campus.
Snapshots from last week's field night. Mark your calendars for these weekly student life evening events happening this semester.
Monday: Basketball in the Graber Athletics Center, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Sand volleyball at Coyote Village, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday: Field night at Stuart Field, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Friday: Co-Ed softball games at Holland Lake Park fields, times TBD
Meet us in front of the library this Tuesday at noon as we commemorate National Suicide Awareness Day with a brief program and walk. Our event is a powerful way to shed light on mental health and pay tribute to those touched by suicide. Whether you're honoring a special person or showing unity, we need you there. Spread the word and bring a friend! #MentalHealthAwareness
WC extends a big welcome to David Chilcutt, our new Fire Academy coordinator, who brings years of experience as a firefighter and Task Force Leader! Our cadets have already started intensive training under his guidance, braving 100-degree heat and mastering the art of teamwork and personal protection. We can't wait to see what's next! #WCFireAcademy #firefightertraining
Free food ✅
Free shirts ✅
Free caricatures ✅
Food trucks ✅
Info on student clubs and organizations ✅
Another great day of Welcome Week checked off our list.
A little rain couldn't dampen our Welcome Week fun. Didn't make it today? The activities continue tomorrow!
Our volleyball team is headed back from the Blinn Invitational where they won 3 out of 4 matches. During their trip, they also visited the Peeka Ranch for a little down time. Don't miss their home opener this Thursday at 6 pm!
Our newest group of Student Ambassadors wrapped up orientation this morning at the WC Alumni House.
Behind the scenes at WC: top-notch instructors are shaping the future of healthcare with 26 fresh EMT recruits this semester. That's 40 heroes in the making between the EMT and paramedic classes.
Shout out to our campus police for these great photos after the rain yesterday. #Rainbow #CampusHousing #CoyoteVillage
Coyotes, we can not wait to have you back on campus Monday! Please be aware of overflow parking accommodations being set up due to record enrollment (swipe through the carousel to see an overflow parking map)! We are doing our best to plan and move staff to temporary parking locations to free up spaces for our adjunct instructors and students so they can get to class on time. If you park in one of the overflow lots away from the main area of campus, we will have shuttles running throughout the day.
More Coyotes joined our den yesterday for the 2024-25 academic year. The rest move in tomorrow!
The presidents of Texas Wesleyan University and Weatherford College met last week to sign a new transfer agreement. WC's students finishing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing program can now enter the Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner program at TWU. Even better? Sports are saved with scholarships for WC students and faculty. Learn more about WC's articulation agreements at the link in bio.
Back-to-school vibes aren't just for kids! It's never too late to learn something new. Whether you're looking to advance your career or explore a new passion, Weatherford College is here to support your goals. Fall registration ends Friday, Aug. 23. Classes start Monday, Aug. 26.
WC's Law Enforcement Academy night class #67 has been putting in hard work all summer. You're halfway there! Keep pushing, graduation is just around the corner!
Back-to-school ready with fresh haircuts, courtesy of our talented students from the WC Wise County cosmetology program! We love supporting our local community, one hairstyle at a time.
Thank you to everyone (especially our Student Ambassadors and volleyball team) who attended the grand opening of the Vickie and Jerry Durant Hall this morning! Here's to the next chapter at WC.
Behind the scenes with the volleyball team on media day. Check out @weatherfordvolleyball for their game schedule.
Make sure you've marked Aug. 20 on your calendars as the deadline for fall semester payments. Avoid last-minute hassles and explore our different payment options, including convenient payment plans. For more info, just tap the link: https://bit.ly/3YqyJvo
Classes start soon, and WC is expecting 71 international students to join us on campus this year (33 of those are athletes). We can't wait to welcome them to our Coyote Den!
Photos: Throwback to Welcome Week 2023
Heads up! Student Services is holding extended advising and financial aid hours on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through Tuesday, Aug. 20. See link in bio for more info.
Congratulations to our Phi Theta Kappa chapter for winning the Hallmark Award for their 2023-24 college project supporting pets at the local animal shelter! In addition to collecting much-needed supplies and food, the students also assisted at an adoption event during the annual Christmas on the Square downtown. The Vet Tech Department joined forces with the honor society to make this event a huge success! The chapter received the award at the end of the spring semester. We can't wait to see what they have in store for the new academic year.
The fall semester starts one month from today. Don't miss out! Register at link in bio.
Follow the yellow brick road to the Alkek Fine Arts Center this weekend for a final magical journey into the world of "The Wizard of Oz" and discover why audience members are filled with rave reviews.
Here's what some of them had to say:
Loved the production of the Wizard of Oz. Toto even agreed to take a picture with the Wicked witch. What a wonderful job by all involved! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 -- Bill Tommaney
What a wonderful time with my girls this afternoon watching The Wizard of Oz at Weatherford College! Excellent job to all the actors and actresses! -- Christel Brenner
Kudos to your theatre department for a spectacular production of The Wizard Of Oz!! -- Toni Ogle
Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Grab your $10 ticket via the link in our bio.
Exciting news! WC has received approval from the THECB to launch a bachelor's degree in computer science. This hybrid program will open doors to high-paying tech jobs with tuition at 1/3 of the price of universities. Read more at the link in bio.
Tomorrow is opening night! Don't miss out. See link in bio for tickets and more info:
#WizardofOz #Musical #FollowTheYellowBrickRoad
Ready to embark on your educational journey? With over 50 degrees and certificates, 4 bachelor's degrees, 2 campuses, no application fees, and a vibrant athletic life, it's time to find your future at #WeatherfordCollege #StayCloseGoFar
Fall 2024 classes start Aug. 26. Register today! See link in bio for more.
Storms can't keep us down! After navigating through Hurricane Beryl's aftermath, our WC team made it to the Texas FFA State Convention in Houston to share our passion for our agriculture programs.
From small class sizes at Weatherford Christian School to the supportive community at Weatherford College, Emily and Erin Tanner have always pushed each other to achieve greatness. Now, they're on the path to becoming nurses, driven by their passion for helping others. Read their full story and be inspired by their journey! See link in bio.
Don't miss Robin Hood this weekend and next weekend in the Alkek Fine Arts Center. This 30-minute production is a perfect introduction to theatre for young children.
Taking summer classes is a great way to get ahead and adjust to college life, but don't forget to take advantage of WC's free tutoring services in the Academic Support Center. Also, check out their online tutorials at the link in bio.
It's been a month since the class of 2024 walked the stage, but you can relive the memories with a full video of the ceremony at the link in the bio!
These girls powered through the heat and humidity this week for our summer softball camp! #FutureCoyotes
Incoming Coyotes going on a campus tour as part of last week's CORE. If you are a first-time college student, haven't been in college in the past five years, or are a 2024 dual credit grad, attendance is required. Check out upcoming Coyote Orientation and Registration Experience dates at the link in bio.
Our baseball fundamentals camp was a hit! Future Coyotes honed their skills, learned from the best, and had a blast on the field this week. We can't wait to see these young stars continue to grow their love for the game! #WCCoyotes #BaseballCamp #FutureCoyotes
We were thrilled to honor Ralph Willingham, a dedicated member of our Weatherford College community, for his incredible 48 years of service to our veteran students this week with the dedication of the Veterans Tranquility Garden.
The garden was the capstone project of WC alumni Beth Wetsel, who completed the bachelor's program in organizational leadership in 2023. She, along with the help of CBRE, has provided our veteran community with a peaceful haven, and we couldn't be prouder.
Check out these photos to see the beautiful Veterans Tranquility Garden and join us in celebrating these wonderful achievements.
We had an amazing week working with all the future basketball stars who came out to learn new skills, make new friends, and compete at last week's summer basketball camp. Big thanks to our Coyote alumni who participated as camp coaches!
The curtain rises tonight on "As You Like It" in the Alkek Fine Arts Center. Show starts at 7 p.m. and admission is free! Swipe to the end for more show details. #Shakespeare #CommunityTheatre
Kudos to the Weatherford College Law Enforcement Academy Class LEA-066 on their graduation and 100% pass rate! 🎓 17 proud graduates taking to the frontlines in agencies across our region. 👮♂️👮♀️🚔👏🎉
Weatherford College is goin' strong at the CNFR in Casper, Wyoming! Our breakaway ropers, Harley Meged and Kaydence Tindall, are both in the hunt for Saturday's finals!
Harley tied for 3rd with a smokin' 2.2 second run in the first round, but just missed a clean run in the second. Still, she's sitting at 23rd overall with two runs down.
Kaydence faced a barrier penalty in round one, but bounced back with a ROPE-tacular 2.1 second run in round two, placing her 16th overall!
Both ladies will be back in action - Kaydence competes Wednesday night and Harley goes Friday! Don't miss it!
Team roping is a tougher story - only 14 teams had a time in the first round. Jett Stewart and John Hisel (South Plains College) are still in the running, but need a good run Tuesday night to advance.
Will WC bring home some CNFR glory? Tune in to the live stream on ESPN3 to find out! #WCCoyotes #CNFR #RodeoLife #BreakawayRoping
Dean Kathy Boswell was bursting with pride at this week's board meeting for the success of our nursing students. From high pass rates to glowing feedback from CEOs, our Alesia Armstrong Wiggs School of Nursing programs are making waves.
“I like nothing more than to brag about my programs,” she said before diving into data on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree Nursing and Licensed Vocational Nursing programs.
The RN-to-BSN program, the college’s pioneering bachelor’s degree, commenced classes in 2020. Despite the initial lower-than-expected enrollment, administrators made strategic adjustments that allowed students meeting certain requirements to enroll in the ADN and BSN programs concurrently. This led to a significant increase in enrollment, with 160 students currently declaring a BSN major.
Boswell also revealed that due to the high demand and lack of classroom space, the college regretfully turned away 89 qualified applicants from the ADN program this fall. Administrators are proactively implementing two additional cohorts to start in Spring 2025, thereby increasing the number of ADN options between the Weatherford and Wise County campuses to nine.
She also bragged about the LVN faculty who presented to more than 700 people during a global webinar on bridging the gap between didactic and clinical judgment while showcasing WC’s state-of-the-art equipment.
“Also, Texas is now embracing LVNs in the hospital setting,” Boswell said. “The program director worked with three local hospitals to develop LVN residency programs for WC graduates, which integrates them into the workforce more strategically.”
WC’s LVN students also graduate with their IV certifications, which sets them apart from students in other programs and makes them highly sought after by employers.
“I want to say how impressed we all are with you and your team and what you do,” Board Chair Dan Carney said. “I hear it every day on the streets about this program, and it’s exciting to hear how well you’re doing. We all appreciate the things that you’re doing.”
Graduation season isn't over at WC. Our latest group of Workforce Education students celebrated their achievements on Tuesday, and our latest Law Enforcement Academy class will graduate this evening! #Classof2024
Highlights from the WC class of 2024:
1,115 student completed their degrees in the 2023-24 academic year
642 graduates finished in May
~450 walked the stage in May
26 earned bachelor's degrees
8 Honors Program graduates
22 dual-credit grads finished BEFORE high school!
🎉 To all our Coyotes: Your hard work has paid off! We can't wait to see what you accomplish next
Open night of "Shrek The Musical JR." was fantastically hilarious! Don't miss the remaining shows this Saturday and Sunday. Ticket info at link in bio.
Classes for the Summer I semester begin on Monday. Don't forget all of the resources available on campus during the long semesters are still here for you in the summer, including the Academic Support Center and library.
Don't miss the opening night of WC's teen summer musical production of "Shrek The Musical JR." tomorrow in the Alkek. Tickets and showtime information are at the link in bio.
Let's take a moment to recognize the family and friends who supported our graduates along their educational journey.
WC centerfielder named NFCA all-region
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The National Fastpitch Coaches Association has named Alexah Reyes to their NJCAA Division I All-West Region team for the 2024 season. The Weatherford College softball outfielder was named second team all-region.
The NFCA's West Region covers half of Texas along with 10 other states (Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah).
Reyes, a freshman from Northwest High School, ranked seventh in the nation in triples (8) and eighth in stolen bases (51), a WC record. She hit .408 with 91 RBI.
The Coyotes finished 31-21 overall and earned a berth in the NJCAA Region V-North Tournament.
More backstage photos from before Thursday's graduation ceremony are now up on our Facebook page. #ClassOf2024
Wow! Last night was amazing. Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Here's the first of many photos. Check out our Facebook page for more!
Countdown to graduation is over! 🎓 Heads up: Student Services will close at noon today for event prep. Can't wait to see y'all tonight! #GradDay #SeeYouSoon
WC professor Romney Landis led a brave group of 30+ students, faculty, and staff through Germany and Italy this past week. The educational tour included stops at Munich Cathedral, New Town Hall, Dachau Memorial Concentration Camp, Nymphenburg Palace, a nine-hour drive through the Alps to Padua, Italy, and many more stops in Venice. Stay tuned for stories from their trip!
Honoring our heroes! Weatherford College held a moving Veterans Day Ceremony today to express our gratitude to those who have served our country. We were honored to have Colonel Lisa Winegar, US Army and WC instructor, as our guest speaker.
"It changed my entire career path." See link in bio to read how the Weatherford College Student Ambassador program is transforming the lives of students like Colby Wolf, providing them with invaluable leadership experience, networking opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference in the college community.
Hands-on learning in action! Our phlebotomy students gain real-world experience through lab simulations, community health fairs, and more. Swipe to see how they're preparing for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Our Coyotes brought their A-game to the Weatherford Parks and Recreation coed softball fall season, sweeping the competition and taking home 1st AND 2nd place! 🏆 WC-Black took first place with an 11-0 record over six weeks. WC-Gold earned second place.