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Reliving the joy that never gets old. ONE more day until graduation! 🎓❤#onceabishop #wesleyan #ncwualumni #classof2025 ... See MoreSee Less
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Another #bishopalumninews update from our Black History Month Spotlight Series! Caitlin Leggett '22 just landed a position as a Multi-Media Journalist for KTXS 12! 🎥Congratulations, Caitlin! We wish you well in your new role. ❤🔗https://ktxs.com/station/people/caitlin-leggettHave some alumni news to share? Send us a message! #wesleyan #ncwualumni #onceabishop ... See MoreSee Less
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This week we are featuring Mitch Layton '20! Mitch received his degree in Biomedical Science from Wesleyan and went on to become a Physician Assistant in his hometown. 👨‍⚕️We are so proud of our Bishops who serve in healthcare fields! Read more about Mitch's time at Wesleyan. ❤#wesleyan #ncwualumni #YoungAlumniSpotlight #onceabishop ... See MoreSee Less
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More #BishopAlumniNews for your feed! Shenita Bethea '24 & '24 just earned a promotion at Carolina Gateway Partnership. Hello, Director of Operations! 😎We are so proud of our alums doing big things in the community, and Shenita is no exception. Congratulations on your new role! 💛#NCWUalumni #OnceABishop #WEsleyanThe Carolinas Gateway Partnership is pleased to announce the promotion of Shenita D. Bethea to Director of Operations, effective April 14, 2025.Shenita joined the Partnership in June 2024 as Administrative Assistant and has quickly distinguished herself as a dedicated and strategic asset to the organization. Headquartered in Rocky Mount, the Carolinas Gateway Partnership serves as the primary economic development organization for Edgecombe County, the City of Rocky Mount, and the Town of Tarboro.Before joining the Partnership, Shenita held the role of VA Billing & Collections Specialist at Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC), and has served in a range of administrative roles across the Rocky Mount region. She holds both a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NC Wesleyan University, graduating Magna Cum Laude.“Since coming on board, Shenita has demonstrated exceptional leadership, initiative, and professionalism,” said Robert Pike, President & CEO of the Carolinas Gateway Partnership. “In her new role, she will play a vital part in aligning our daily operations with the mission, vision, and long-term goals of the Partnership.”As Director of Operations, Shenita will work closely with executive leadership to plan and implement multi-year strategic initiatives that support the region’s continued economic growth. She will also oversee administrative and accounting operations to ensure organizational efficiency and accountability.Please join us in congratulating Shenita on this well-earned promotion and in supporting her continued success as a leader helping shape the future of our region. ... See MoreSee Less
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Attention Alumni! It is the last week to register for Tackle The Tar to benefit scholarships for our students. Send us a message or email Tammy Robinson for more information! 🏃We can't wait to see you there! 🤩#wesleyan #onceabishop #ncwualumni #tacklethetar2025 ... See MoreSee Less
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