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Inauguration

The college held an inauguration ceremony for its third president, Deborah Casey, Ph.D., at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury, on Friday, Sept. 20, and the public was invited to join in the celebration, which featured local and national speakers, community performances and a formal investiture.
The event capped off several weeks of celebration at the college, and included a national poet and performer, community service activities such as a beach cleanup and food drive; a STEAMposium highlighting faculty and student innovation and research; a free community arts showcase and more. 

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Deborah Casey

 

 

 

“I am honored to lead this transformational institution into the future, fostering deep-rooted relationships within our community and celebrating the successful outcomes we can achieve together to positively impact the lives of our diverse students, communities and workforce on the Lower Eastern Shore.”


Watch Video Highlights of the Weeks' Events

Schedule of Events

Friday, Sept. 6, 2024

National Poet & Performer Denice Frohman
6 – 8 p.m.
Guerrieri Hall, Dr. Ray Hoy Assembly Hall
The community is invited to an evening of spoken word with Denice Frohman, an award winning poet and performer.

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Monday, Sept. 9, 2024

Student Networking Breakfast
Students will receive boxed breakfasts and welcome kits.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

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Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024

Build with Fins
9 a.m. – noon
A day of service with Habitat for Humanity.

Student Taco Tuesday
Students will enjoy free tacos on the quad.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

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Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

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Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024

Student Thirsty Thursday
Popcorn and Pepsi on the quad with free giveaways for students.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

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Friday, Sept. 13, 2024

Diakonia Fins Day
10 a.m. – noon
12747 Old Bridge Rd. Ocean City
Fins volunteer to help provide shelter, food and clothing to those in need.

Student Bowling Night
Free bowling, pizza and wings for students at Southbound Alley in Salisbury.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

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Monday, Sept. 16, 2024

Student Donuts with Dr. Deb
Students are invited to drop by for a free donut on the quad.

Fins Food 4 Thought Food Drive
Donations benefit Wor-Wic’s on-campus food pantry.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

Dolphin Scavenger Hunt for Students
A scavenger hunt will be held to find the hidden dolphins on campus.

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Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024

Fins Food 4 Thought Food Drive
Donations benefit Wor-Wic’s on-campus food pantry.

Fins Beach Cleanup
8 – 10 a.m.
100th St. Ocean City (meet behind the library)
A day in Ocean City alongside other local environmental organizations and clubs.

Student Pizza with the President
Students — refuel after beach cleanup and get a chance to chat with our new president.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

Dolphin Scavenger Hunt for Students
A scavenger hunt will be held to find the hidden dolphins on campus.

STEAMposium
5 – 7 p.m.
Guerrieri Hall, Dr. Ray Hoy Assembly Hall
A showcase of exemplary work in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM).

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Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024

Fins Food 4 Thought Food Drive
Donations benefit Wor-Wic’s on-campus food pantry.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

Dolphin Scavenger Hunt for Students
A scavenger hunt will be held to find the hidden dolphins on campus.

Student Clubs Day/Go Purple Day
Wear purple in support of substance abuse prevention and see what clubs Wor-Wic has to offer. Club members will be on the quad to answer your questions and provide information.

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Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024

Fins Food 4 Thought Food Drive
Donations benefit Wor-Wic’s on-campus food pantry.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

Dolphin Scavenger Hunt for Students
A scavenger hunt will be held to find the hidden dolphins on campus.

Community Arts Showcase of Excellence
5 – 7:30 p.m.
Hazel Center and Guerrieri Hall
Local artists and performers exhibit their work.

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Friday, Sept. 20, 2024

Investiture Ceremony
10 a.m.
Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
The college will install its third president, Deborah Casey, Ph.D., with an inauguration ceremony at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury. The public is invited to join in the celebration which will feature local and national speakers, community performances and a formal investiture.

Fins Food 4 Thought Food Drive
Donations benefit Wor-Wic’s on-campus food pantry.

Student Dolphin Mural
Students’ notes to Dr. Casey will be displayed on a wall in the café.

Dolphin Scavenger Hunt for Students
A scavenger hunt will be held to find the hidden dolphins on campus.

Maryland Folk Festival
Fins volunteer as part of the bucket brigade at this year’s festival in downtown Salisbury.

A Celebration of Philanthropy
The inauguration of Deborah Casey, Ph.D., as the college’s third president is a time to honor the generous donors who have played a vital role in the transformation of Wor-Wic Community College into the impactful institution that it is today. By invitation only.

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Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024

Maryland Folk Festival
Fins volunteer as part of the bucket brigade at this year’s festival in downtown Salisbury.


Watch the Investiture Ceremony

Thank you to our generous sponors who have made these events possible:

Delmarva Power an Exelon Company
Pohanka of Salisbury
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
Wor-Wic Foundation
Truist