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October 1, 2025The Howard Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees announces a special meeting that will go into closed session on October 6, 2025, at 11 a.m. The meeting will be held virtually with a public meeting room available in McCuan Hall, room 201/202.
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October 1, 2025Howard Community College (HCC) will host its third annual Fall for All festival on October 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The free, family-friendly event falls on a day when Howard County and other Maryland public schools are closed to students, so it’s the perfect time to explore HCC and enjoy fall festivities.
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September 14, 2025Howard Community College’s (HCC) student body has spoken, and their voices have been heard! Four women majoring in business administration, liberal arts, life sciences, and cybersecurity now lead HCC’s 2025-2026 Student Government Association (SGA). “I want to focus on academic achievement within the student body. During finals, I want to ensure that we have a variety of stress-reduction events and activities, as well as designated study time,” said SGA President Christione Johnson. Learn More!
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September 10, 2025Howard Community College’s (HCC) Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center presents a milestone year showcasing the creative talents of student and professional artists. Kicking off with an exhibition from world-renowned artist Wonsook Kim, the 20th Anniversary Season offers a wide-ranging lineup of artistic experiences, including children’s theatre, modern musicals, classical music, contemporary dance, stunning art exhibitions, poetry readings, film discussions, and more.
HCC in the News
February 19, 2025
WMAR
"When I come in here, I feel like I'm welcomed. I feel like have somewhere where I'm comfortable and somewhere that's rooting for me to succeed," said Howard P.R.I.D.E. student Mehki Benett.
September 3, 2024
The Hechinger Report
Howard Community College alumna Abby Bediako reflects on her experience as a student parent and shares how colleges can provide supports to help other student parents meet their goals and achieve their dreams of completing college.
June 18, 2024
WBAL-TV 11
As part of Juneteenth, the CareFirst Black Professional Network volunteered with Fueling Dragons in the campus food pantry and garden.
February 29, 2024
Diverse Issues in Higher Education
Dr. Shantay Grays, provost and executive vice president, is recognized as one of 40 Outstanding Women in Higher Education. Each year 'Diverse: Issues in Higher Education' features a group of women in a special report in celebration of Women’s History Month.