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![wsco support EGCC students Earlier this year, when Eastern Gateway Community College (EGCC) was forced to halt enrollment, Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) stepped forward to be a part of the efforts to support the students who were left to find academic alternatives.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![solar eclipse final On Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Washington State will have an eclipse viewing party. The event will be led by WSCO’s astronomy expert and instructor Dr. Dean Hirschi who will explain the phenomenon and educate participants on what to look for and how to view the eclipse safely.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![WSCO and WCCC Partnership post Washington State College of Ohio and Washington County Career Center are partnering to create a pathway for students in their process technology programs.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![WSCO awards first inCERT Yourself credentials post WSCO awards the first inCERT Yourself credentials. The first credentials were awarded to students in the Industrial Welding and Maintenance program. Jackson McGrath from Federal Hocking, Germain Christy, Trent Pettit, Jacob Richards, Evan Simons, and Connor Tomlin from Trimble High School, and Ashden Stillion from Meadowbrook High School each received their NIMS Maintenance Operations credentials.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![Denise Lee and Steven Lee post Steven and Denise Lee are a married couple in the unique position of not only going to Washington State College of Ohio together but pursuing the same degree. The academic dynamic duo credits their success to their ability to encourage and support one another in achieving their dreams. This month they have earned the distinction of being the first couple WSCO has ever recognized as Students of the Month.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![Brenna Weidner – post Brenna Weidner is a College Credit Plus (CCP) student from Fort Frye High School who will graduate this spring from Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) with an associate degree and a certificate. The ambitious high school senior likes that the early college option gives her choices to consider for her future, regardless if she plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree or transition into a career.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![Che’ Venoy – WSCO Student of the Month Washington State College of Ohio Student of the Month, Che’ Venoy is flexing academically as she simultaneously pursues a second associate degree and bachelor’s degree. Greater still, she’s doing it all while working long hours at the Washington County Sheriff’s Department.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![InCERT Yourself post Washington State College of Ohio kicked off its InCERT Yourself pilot program on Friday. More than 60 area high school students along with several K12 and industry leaders gathered in the college’s student union to launch the unique program that helps high school students earn credentials that will make them stand out in the job market.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![Fall Grad web Washington State College of Ohio is pleased to recognize the 57 students who completed their degree or certificate during the 2023 Fall semester.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![Dr. Vicky Wood and ODHE Chancellor Randy Gardner post Washington State College of Ohio has received approval from the Ohio Department of Higher Education to change its name to Washington State College of Ohio.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
![PTK inductees Fall 2023 post Alpha Rho Gamma, Washington State College of Ohio’s chapter of the international honor society Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), recently inducted 18 new members.](http://www.wsco.edu/wp-content/plugins/revslider/public/assets/assets/dummy.png)
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Perfect Performance: WSCO Peace Officer Academy Receives 100% Pass Rate on PT and OPOTA Exams
MARIETTA, OHIO — Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) is proud to announce that its Peace Officer Basic Academy (POBA) has achieved a 100% complete passage of both the Physical Fitness (PT) exam and OPOTA exam. This milestone highlights the dedication and hard work of the recent graduates as well as Commander Scott Trussell’s commitment to training successful cadets. “WSCO’s POBA program has always fallen within the 90th percentile; however, the additional physical fitness Commander Trussell has added to the daily routine, has proven to benefit the program outcomes,” said Jona Rinard, Dean of Technology and Transfer. Trussell, leading his...
WSCO PTK Chapter Celebrates Outstanding Accomplishments
MARIETTA, OHIO — The Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapter, Alpha Rho Gamma, has demonstrated exceptional accomplishments this year, earning prestigious recognitions and awards at the state and regional levels that highlight the chapter\'s dedication to academic excellence, community service, and leadership. PTK is the official honor society for two-year college students, recognizing academic achievement and providing opportunities for growth and development through honors, leadership, and service programs. Brad Merritt has been the Chapter Advisor for the WSCO PTK chapter, Alpha Rho Gamma, for 15 years. His continued leadership and strong mentorship have cultivated a...
WSCO Respiratory Therapy Program Achieves 100% First-Time Pass Rate on Both Credentialing Exams
MARIETTA, OHIO — The recent graduates of the WSCO Respiratory Therapy Program have achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on both the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) Examination and Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE). Given the rigorous nature of the second credentialing exam, this outstanding achievement underscores the program\'s commitment to excellence and its dedication to preparing future respiratory therapists for successful careers. \"I couldn\'t be more proud of the program\'s current state and of our hard-working and talented students and faculty,\" said Adrienne Hellinger, Director of the Respiratory Therapy Program at WSCO. \"We begin the discussion...
PAAC Car Show to Return to WSCO Campus
MARIETTA, OHIO — Pioneer Antique Auto Club (PAAC) will hold its annual cruise-in car show on the Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) campus on Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. the morning of the event and is open to all vehicles including tractors. The entry fee is $15 per vehicle. T-shirts will be available to the first 100 registrants. The car show is sponsored by PAAC, Wendy’s, and Washington State College of Ohio. Proceeds of the event benefit the Washington State College of Ohio Wendy\'s Adoption Scholarship Fund. PAAC has...
Articulation Agreement to Foster Collaboration between WSCO and OHIO
MARIETTA, OHIO — Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) has strengthened academic collaboration and fostered innovation in the field of technology by expanding its longstanding articulation agreement with Ohio University. The new pathway supports students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering. Washington State students enrolled in the Advanced Manufacturing and Integration Technology (AMIT) program can now earn their associate degree then seamlessly transfer to OHIO and complete the remaining classes for a bachelor’s degree in either Engineering Technology and Management or Project Management. WSCO AMIT Associate Professor Jared Voldness said that the employment outlook for manufacturing has...
WSCO Foundation Celebrates 2024 – 2025 Scholarship Recipients
MARIETTA, OHIO — The Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO) Foundation recently announced its scholarship awards for the 2024-25 academic year. Through support from its donors, the Foundation was able to provide nearly $200,000 in scholarships for 145 students. “At WSCO, we are immensely proud to honor the dedication and promise of our students through the annual scholarship ceremony,” said WSCO Foundation Director Megan Marion. “I am deeply inspired by the transformative impact these scholarships have on the lives of our students and the broader community. Congratulations to all recipients; your hard work and determination embody the spirit of our...