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GBCC Turns 80!

Thursday, April 9th, 4-6:00PM

Explore our 50+ academic programs by meeting with college faculty and staff. Learn about transfer opportunities, student support services, and Student Life activities at the college.

Open House

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What Sets Great Bay Apart

Academic Excellence

Over fifty degree and certificate programs in healthcare, business, STEM, and liberal arts taught by credentialed faculty with years of experience in higher education and industry.

Support to Succeed

Admissions counselors, academic advisors, tutors and staff members from our award winning Center for Academic Planning and Support (CAPS) working one-on-one to ensure student success.

Transfer Pathways

Transfer agreements with other Colleges and Universities in New Hampshire and beyond and transfer advisors to work one-on-one to help you with the process. Great Bay is one of the largest transfer feeder schools to the University of New Hampshire.

Career & Workforce Programs

Academic programs, certificates and short-term training designed to prepare you for direct entry into the workforce. The Business & Training Center also offers in-demand online and on-campus courses and customized corporate training for employers.

State of the Art Facilities

Our campus includes designated lab spaces for life sciences, nursing, veterinary technology, computer technology, surgical technology and information systems technology. Our campus offers high tech classrooms and ample space for students to study and gather.

Athletics

Teams include men’s basketball and baseball and women’s basketball, volleyball as well as men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s track and field. GBCC is a member of the Yankee Small College Conference (YSCC) within the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). In 2025 the men’s basketball team won the YCC Conference Championship.

If I could identify one thing that made a difference, it would be Great Bay. I talk all the time about how much Great Bay changed my life and gave me a huge foundation. I am incredibly grateful for my time there.
John Woelflein, GBCC Alum, Graduate, Harvard University

On Social Media

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Great Bay Community College5 hours ago
This year, we’re celebrating 80 years of Great Bay Community College — and the students, alumni, faculty, and community members who have shaped our story along the way.

From our beginnings in 1945 to today, Great Bay has remained focused on opening doors, building careers, and strengthening our community.

Join us as we reflect on where we’ve been — and where we’re headed next: https://bit.ly/47U1Rz4

📣 We’d love your help telling the story:

Have old photos, memorabilia, or Great Bay memories? Share them with us! Whether it’s from your time as a student, faculty member, or part of the community, we’d love to feature them as part of our 80th celebration. Please reach out to Library Director Becky Clerkin at [email protected] or 603-427-7619

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Shoutout to faculty member and business owner David Mazur, recently featured in Portsmouth City Lifestyle Magazine.

In addition to founding Seacoast Photography School, Mazur is a faculty member in Great Bay’s Business Administration program. He and his son, Michael Mazur—GBCC sports photographer—also bring their talents to Heron's games. Michael’s work has even been featured in the College’s literary magazine, The Heron.

Take a look: https://bit.ly/4lS1TgG

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We’re cheering him on every step of the way. 👟

Best of luck to Jason Menard, a Great Bay Community College student studying to become a veterinary technician, as he takes on the Boston Marathon.

His journey is an inspiring reminder of perseverance, dedication, and the strength of our community. We’re proud to have him as part of Great Bay and will be following along, cheering him on all the way to the finish line.

Read more about Jason’s story: https://bit.ly/4tacnuj

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Interested in entering the healthcare field?

Join us for our upcoming Healthcare Information Session to learn about training programs that prepare students for in-demand roles in the medical field.

Programs include:�• Medical Assistant�• Phlebotomy�• Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

🕔 Information Sessions: 5:15 PM and 6:00 PM�📍 Open House: April 9, 4:00–6:00 PM

Register here: https://bit.ly/3Pgftyf

#HealthcareCareers #WorkforceTraining #GBCC #ChooseCommunity
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Great Bay Community College4 days ago
Great turnout earlier this week for a financial literacy workshop, hosted by the Heron’s Nest.

Thank you to the team from M&T Bank for sharing valuable insights on banking basics, building credit, and navigating online vs. in-person banking.

Students walked away with practical knowledge they can use right away—and yes, the free lunch didn’t hurt either.

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I believe that through studying for my English degree, I have become a more open-minded, sympathetic and empathetic person.
Madeline Ramirez, GBCC Graduate