The Harlowe Patriots: Fourteen Free Men of Color Who Fought in the Revolutionary War
NEW BERN, NC, It's a little known but important piece of American history: black soldiers fighting against the British in the Revolutionary War. It's estimated that 5,000 black soldiers served on the Patriot side during the Revolution, which lasted from 1775 to 1783.Fourteen free men of color from the Harlowe community of Havelock fought in key battles of the war, with General George Washington leading the fight for independence. They answered the call when their country needed them. Learn more about these
Craven CC, Appalachian State University create new transfer pathway for Health Sciences students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College (Craven CC) has signed an articulation agreement with Appalachian State University (ASU) that creates a streamlined transfer pathway for graduates of select Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs in Health Sciences to earn a Bachelor of Science. Effective July 1, 2026, the agreement allows eligible Craven graduates to transfer into ASU's Health Sciences program with junior standing, building on the skills and knowledge gained through their associate
Craven CC receives $32K AHIMA Foundation grant to support Health Information Technology students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Health Information Technology (HIT) program has been awarded a $32,356 grant from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Foundation. The competitive grant recognizes Craven CC's commitment to preparing the next generation of health information professionals and advancing the mission of improving health through education. "Our goal has always been to remove barriers to student success while preparing graduates to meet the
Notice of the 2026-2027 Meetings of the Board of Trustees of Craven Community College
NEW BERN – Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-318.12 and Craven Community College Board of Trustees Bylaws and Policies, notice is hereby given for the Board of Trustees meeting schedule. The Board of Trustees of Craven Community College will meet eight times during fiscal year 2026-2027 at 5:30 pm in the Ward Boardroom of the Brock Administration Building on the New Bern Campus, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are scheduled as follows: Aug. 18, 2026Sept.15, 2026*Oct. 20,
