Wake Tech is pleased to announce that it has been designated a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing and economic mobility.
Leader Colleges are recognized for meaningful progress in expanding access; improving early momentum metrics, such as retention; advancing relevant student success strategies with evidence of implementation and early results; and growing institutional strength through culture and capacity-building efforts.
“Being named a 2026 Leader College by Achieving the Dream affirms Wake Tech’s deep commitment to student success and economic mobility,” said Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls. “Wake Tech is our community’s most important engine to ensure all residents have an opportunity to be part of the vibrant local economy. This recognition reflects the collective work of our faculty and staff to embed data‑informed, student‑centered practices into our culture and to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.”
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