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Dr. Mark Sorrells

President, Fayetteville Technical Community College
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Sorrells joined FTCC in January 2019. In 2023 he became President of the College. Before that, he served as the College’s Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Services. Sorrells is the fifth president of FTCC. Sorrells e

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Oct 7, 2026

Cybersecurity Is Everyone's Responsibility - North Carolina's Future Depends on It

Every October, organizations across the nation recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month. While the observance has become familiar, the importance of its message continues to grow. Cybersecurity Awareness Month began in 2004 through a partnership

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Sep 5, 2026

The Community's College at 65: Driving the Workforce That Powers Cumberland County's Future

For 65 years, Fayetteville Technical Community College has been more than an educational institution. We have been Cumberland County's workforce engine, helping generations of residents gain the skills, credentials, and opportunities needed to build

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Aug 2, 2026

Workforce Pipelines for a Growing Economy

The North Carolina General Assembly's adoption of the new Propel NC funding model represents one of the most significant investments in workforce-focused education in recent years. Propel NC directs greater state support to community college programs

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Jul 1, 2026

Building a Future-Ready Workforce: How FTCC and Regional Partners Are Developing the Next Generation of Talent in Cumberland County

Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and its regional partners are leading a coordinated effort to build a future-ready workforce pipeline aligned with the evolving needs of employers across Cumberland County and the Sandhills. Through imm

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Jun 2, 2026

Fayetteville’s Education and Healthcare Leaders Launch Ambitious Workforce Pipeline for Future Talent

Fayetteville Technical Community College, Cape Fear Valley Health System, and Cumberland County  Schools have joined forces on a bold new workforce initiative designed to increase student awareness of  healthcare careers and accelerate thei

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