News Archives for 2025

Leilani Aires
April 22, 2026

Initially, Leilani Aires planned on taking a gap year before diving into a four-year university. However, the chance to earn an associate degree free of cost at Greenfield Community College was an opportunity she couldn't ignore. "It just felt like suc ...

Natalie Grunwald
April 21, 2026

When it came time to choose a college, Natalie Grunwald’s decision was driven by two practical factors: quality and cost. "I chose to attend GCC because of its reputation, and it was the most affordable option," she shared. By choosing GCC, Natalie was ...

Greenery and white flowers with yellow centers
April 15, 2026

Greenfield Community College is celebrating its annual Spring Week with back-to-back events designed to promote environmental stewardship and community wellness. Residents, students and staff are invited to join the festivities on April 28 and 29, 2026 ...

black and white image of Jean Simmons teaching in front of a classroom of students in the 1990's
April 8, 2026

Greenfield Community College mourns the loss of Jean Simmons, a foundational figure in our nursing department whose connection to the college spanned more than half a century. Jean passed away on March 28, 2026, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy o ...

colorful graphic image of different people in profile. Text: Bridging Generations: A Civic Engagement Conference
April 3, 2026

Greenfield Community College will host Bridging Generations: A Civic Engagement Conference on Friday, April 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the GCC Dining Commons. This intergenerational event will bring together students, community members and loc ...

Margaret Nugent
March 25, 2026

Greenfield Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Margaret A. Nugent to its Board of Trustees. A seasoned leader in vocational education and workforce development, Nugent brings a wealth of experience in bridging the gap between se ...

GCC's Core Lobby with large groups of students talking to people set up at tables.
March 20, 2026

Greenfield Community College (GCC) was proud to once again open its campus to the next generation of local leaders for the 2026 Reality Fair. Building on the success of last year’s event, this year’s expanded program welcomed approximately 400 students ...

Woman holding her hand up to push a weapon away from her in a crowd. Text: Women's History Month. The Struggle is Eternal: Learning from the Movement
March 2, 2026

Greenfield Community College invites the community to an interactive online discussion, The Struggle Is Eternal: Learning from the Movement, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. The program, sponsored by the college’s Institute ...

Athecia Yager in a classroom holding a piece of paper that says "Be Happy!" with a heart.
February 24, 2026

Working as a float teacher at local preschool and childcare center, The Learning Knoll, Athecia Yager knew she wanted to deepen her knowledge and strengthen her impact in the classroom. She started at Greenfield Community College in 2023, and says it s ...

image of Chey Charvis
January 20, 2026

When life throws significant challenges at us, a decision to return to college can seem daunting. But as Chey Charvis sees it, doing so can also reinforce a sense of confidence and determination. After losing her sister to cancer recently, her plan to ...

photo of Elysium O'Malley outside of GCC's main campus building, standing in front of a staircase
January 14, 2026

Elysium O’Malley came to Greenfield Community College with clear goals: to get a head start on higher education and to challenge himself beyond the traditional high school environment. Through GCC’s Dual Enrollment program, a program that allows high s ...

picture of GCC's main campus building framed by leafy, green trees
January 14, 2026

The Greenfield Community College Foundation has been awarded a two-year grant to support new workforce training aimed at improving perinatal health equity in Massachusetts. The $110,000 award is part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Found ...

picture of Emily McClintock outside, smiling at the camera
January 14, 2026

Greenfield Community College is expanding access to inclusive higher education as part of a statewide investment in the Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) initiative. The Healey-Driscoll Administration recently announced $3.6 mill ...