Graduates of Wayne Community College’s driver training courses were honored at a graduation ceremony.
Seven graduates completed WCC’s Truck Driver Training program. They were tested through written and behind-the-wheel exams to ensure they have the skills and knowledge required to safely and successfully operate commercial vehicles. These individuals earned a Class A Commercial Driver’s License, DOT 380 certificate, and WCC Workforce Continuing Education certificate.
Four individuals who completed WCC’s E-Restriction Removal course were also celebrated at the graduation ceremony. This course allows drivers to remove the E-restriction from their commercial driver’s license by passing a skills test, enabling them to operate manual transmission vehicles and expand their employment opportunities.
During the ceremony, WCC President Patty Pfeiffer told the graduates that their hard work throughout the program had paid off. “It required long hours of focus, determination, and a constant commitment to safety and professionalism,” she said. “But through your hard work, you have demonstrated that you are prepared for the responsibilities that will come with this career.”
James Dupree, Truck Driver Training graduate, spoke during the ceremony on behalf of the graduates. He said he appreciated the support he and his fellow graduates received during the program as they balanced school with full-time jobs. “Thank you to Wayne Community College for offering this program and accommodating us, and thank you to our instructors for your expertise, knowledge, and patience,” Dupree said.
Christopher Cobb, lead instructor of WCC’s Truck Driver Training program, led the graduates in a truck driver pledge to commit to professionalism, responsibility, and safety.
David Casey received special recognition during the ceremony as the Truck Driver Training graduate with the highest grade point average in the class.
WCC Vice President of Workforce Continuing Education Services and Community Engagement Renita Dawson acknowledged the graduates’ achievements in completing their training courses. “We are incredibly proud of each of you for the dedication you’ve shown while mastering the skills needed to get on the road to a high-demand career,” she said.
The graduates and their programs, listed by city of residence, are:
Dudley
Cristian B. Perez, Truck Driver Training
Goldsboro
David W. Casey, Truck Driver Training
Charod M. Higley, Truck Driver Training
Joseph H. Houpe II, E-Restriction Removal
Alan E. Rubio-Morquecho, Truck Driver Training
La Grange
Robert A. Ipock, E-Restriction Removal
Pikeville
Lemel S. Jones, Truck Driver Training
Sanford
Rodney K. Colten, E-Restriction Removal
Snow Hill
James F. Dupree, Truck Driver Training
Arielle Giustozzi, Truck Driver Training
Zebulon
Stephen C. Horton, E-Restriction Removal
Learn more about WCC’s driver training courses on our website.
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.