Foundation of WCC Announces Fall Arts and Humanities Series

September 15, 2026

The Foundation of Wayne Community College will hold its fall Arts and Humanities lecture series in October.

The lectures will take place at 5:30 p.m. in WCC’s Pine Building in Room 147 (the new lecture hall).

Events include:

“The View from a Booth: Waffle House Vistas and the Art of Paying Attention” lecture by Micah Cash – Monday, Oct. 5

“The End of the World as We Know It? A Medievalist’s Perspective on the Apocalypse” lecture by Brett Whalen (in partnership with Carolina Public Humanities) – Tuesday, Oct. 13

“Debunking the Myths of Midway” lecture by Jeff Williams (Faculty Spotlight) – Monday, Oct. 19

“Ladies First: The Incredible Life of Dolley Madison” lecture by Dr. Elliot Engel – Monday, Oct. 26

All lectures are free and open to the public. Recorded programs can be viewed on the Foundation of WCC’s YouTube channel.

Detailed descriptions of each event can be found on WCC’s website.

The Foundation of WCC encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodation or have questions about access, please contact the Foundation at 919-739-7022 or jekannan@waynecc.edu. Please allow sufficient time to arrange accommodation.

About the Foundation of WCC
The Foundation of WCC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the students, faculty, staff, and programs of the College. Through scholarships, equipment funding, and unique learning opportunities, the Foundation connects community donors with the College to enhance educational experiences. Governed by a 25-member board, the Foundation relies on private contributions to bridge financial gaps and ensure students have the resources they need to succeed.

About Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, the college serves around 10,000 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry, and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 150 college credit programs. WCC’s mission is to meet the educational, training, and cultural needs of the communities it serves.