Washtenaw Community College Celebrates Free College Week with Community Festivities
WCC closes Free College Week with community celebration on campus
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Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, Michigan, concluded its Free College Week on April 18, featuring over 100 free classes and a community celebration. The event highlighted WCC's 60th anniversary and included activities like campus tours, a car show, and a Teddy Bear Clinic for children.
- 01Free College Week ran from April 13-18, 2026.
- 02WCC offered over 100 free classes, including topics like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
- 03The on-campus celebration featured a car show and hands-on activities.
- 04WCC is celebrating its 60th anniversary of serving the community.
- 05Activities included a Teddy Bear Clinic and a Super Smash Bros. Esports tournament.
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Washtenaw Community College (WCC) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, successfully concluded its annual Free College Week on April 18, 2026. This week-long event, held in honor of National Community College Month, provided over 100 free virtual classes covering diverse topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and even ballroom dancing. The celebration marked a significant milestone—WCC's 60th anniversary of serving the community. The festivities culminated in an on-campus event featuring campus tours, food, and engaging activities for attendees of all ages. Highlights included 'Cars with Coffee,' showcasing WCC's new electric Volkswagen Buzz alongside a vintage 1974 VW Thing, which students plan to convert into an all-electric vehicle this summer. Other activities included a Teddy Bear Clinic for children, led by dental and healthcare simulation students, and a youth literacy session hosted by WCC's mascot, Alpha. Teenagers also participated in a Super Smash Bros. Esports tournament, supervised by parents or guardians.
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The event provided valuable learning opportunities and community engagement, fostering a sense of belonging and support among residents.
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