Governor McCrory To Deliver Commencement Addresses, Highlight Support For Community Colleges And University System | Eastern NC Now

Governor Pat McCrory will be delivering the commencement addresses at Forsyth Technical Community College and Elizabeth City State University this week.

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    Raleigh, N.C.     Governor Pat McCrory will be delivering the commencement addresses at Forsyth Technical Community College and Elizabeth City State University this week.

    "North Carolina's community college and university systems are among our state's most important assets and I'm committed to supporting them in their efforts to prepare North Carolina's next generation with needed skills," said Governor McCrory. "It's an honor to address graduates from both systems this year as they graduate and enter a new step in their lives."

    Addressing Forsyth Tech on Thursday and Elizabeth City State on Saturday, the governor will highlight efforts to support both community colleges and the university system. Last month, Governor McCrory unveiled his Connect NC bond proposal which includes more than $700 million for infrastructure to support innovation and research at community colleges and universities throughout North Carolina.

    Governor McCrory has also delivered commencement addresses at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Wingate University, Campbell Law School and his alma mater Catawba College.

  • Contact: Crystal Feldman
  •     govpress@nc.gov

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