
Aug. 1, 2018 – Rockingham Police Officer Ronald Brigman Jr. is a product of Ĵý’s and programs. The Hamlet resident has many great things to say about his hometown college, but first and foremost for him are the people who helped him get a head start on his career.
Brigman completed ĴýCC’s in 2010, but he decided to return to the College five years later to earn his associate degree. Going to college and having a full-time job and family responsibilities was no easy feat, Brigman said. On top of all that, he broke his leg three months before graduation. However, his instructors helped him get through that challenging time, and he was able to earn his degree on schedule.
“There are so many great things about ĴýCC, but the instructors and staff members motivated and pushed me to work hard and make good grades,” Brigman said. “I have always been an advocate for hometown organizations, and ĴýCC is home and has a hometown feel.”
After graduating from ĴýCC with his associate degree in in 2015, Brigman went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from in South Carolina. He is currently working on his master’s degree through Liberty University.
“ĴýCC prepared me for these transitions and provided me with a quality education,” he said. “It gave me the tools I needed to continue my education.”
Brigman said he had a great experience at ĴýCC, even though he did not have much time for extracurricular activities such as student clubs and the like. However, he was able to reap the benefits of financial aid, which helped offset the cost of tuition and books.
“ĴýCC is a great school, and my experience was outstanding!” Brigman said. “If I had to do it over again, I would.”