Sussex County Community College opens new McGuire Technical Education Center building
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County Community College celebrated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated McGuire Technical Education Center B Building, expanding career and technical education opportunities for students in Sussex County.
The upgraded facility will house the college’s Building Construction Technology and Diesel Service Technology programs and includes new classrooms, office space and instructional areas designed to support hands-on training and workforce development.
College officials, county leaders and state representatives gathered for the ceremony, including SCCC President Dr. Cory Homer, Board of Trustees Chair Herbert Yardley, Sussex County Commissioner Director Jill Space, Assemblyman Mike Inganamort and Dean of Technical Occupations Jason Fruge.
“This project is near and dear to all of us,” said Dr. Cory Homer. “The completion of this building allows us to continue expanding our Diesel and Building Construction programs while giving students the opportunity to remain in one centralized location designed specifically for their educational experience. Early enrollment is already looking very strong, and this project will only continue to enhance these important programs.”
The Building Construction Technology program prepares students for careers in the construction industry through instruction in leadership, planning, technical knowledge, sustainable practices and emerging technologies.
The Diesel Service Technology program combines hands-on technical training with general education coursework to prepare students for careers as entry-level diesel service technicians.
Both programs offer degree and certificate options designed to meet a variety of career goals.
Assemblyman Mike Inganamort praised the college’s continued investment in workforce development and technical education programs.
“Being in Trenton often allows me to speak about the various colleges throughout the state,” stated Inganamort. “I strongly believe the most exciting things happening in higher education are happening at the community college level. It’s because of places like Sussex County Community College and facilities like this that are thinking ahead about workforce development in our county and state. SCCC is preparing young men and women for the future and continuing to think ahead.”
Dean of Technical Occupations Jason Fruge said the new building represents the college’s ongoing commitment to career-focused education and local workforce needs.
“This building represents the College’s commitment to career and technical education programming as well as supporting our local workforce,” stated Jason Fruge, Dean of Technical Occupations. “Both MTEC buildings represent opportunity. The skilled trades are essential to our economy, and students receive the hands-on training they need for their future careers.”
Sussex County Community College said fall registration remains open for all career and technical education and transfer degree programs. More information is available at sussex.edu/fall.
