WCC Adult Transitions Pathways Program

13/07/2026

17/03/2026

We had an incredible time at our annual MACAE Advocacy Day in Lansing on March 3rd, where we met with legislators to highlight the essential role of Adult Education in our communities.
I was especially grateful to have one of our amazing graduates — and proud member of the MACAE Learner Advisory Council — Kelley Richardson join me for the day. She shared her story, made meaningful connections, and truly shined. 🌟
Kelley had a fantastic experience, and I’m so proud to see our learners’ voices represented and heard at the state level. Days like this remind me why our work matters so much! 💙📚

26/02/2026

📢 Now Enrolling: Free ESL Classes!

The Washtenaw Community College Adult Transitions program currently has open seats in our free ESL (English as a Second Language) program! Classes are designed to help adult learners improve their speaking, reading, and writing skills in a supportive and welcoming environment.

If you or someone you know is interested, now is a great time to enroll. Registration has already started, scan the QR code to complete the interest form.

Questions? Contact us today!
734-219-3781 (call or text)

19/09/2025

After starting her GED journey 15 years ago and coming close many times, Kelley found the strength to return after watching her daughter graduate from high school. At 43, with determination and the support of her family and instructors, she proudly earned her GED.

Kelley’s story is proof that it’s never too late to achieve your goals—and a powerful reminder of how adult education transforms lives, families, and communities. Congratulations, Kelley! 🎓💙 , , , , , , , , , ,

18/09/2025

Meet Marisol Adelmann, a passionate advocate for adult education in Michigan. Marisol currently serves as the Advocacy Chair for the Michigan Adult, Community & Alternative Education (MACAE) Association and as the Chair of the MACAE Learner Advisory Council. She also works with the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) and is deeply involved with the Washtenaw Community College GED Program, where her own educational journey began.

As an adult learner herself, Marisol knows firsthand how life-changing adult education can be. After earning her GED, she made the decision to step into leadership and advocacy roles to ensure other learners have the same opportunities to succeed.

“I chose to take on the role of Advocacy Chair at MACAE because I want learners’ voices to be heard where decisions are being made. Advocacy gives me the chance to speak not only for myself, but for the thousands of adult learners across Michigan who are working hard every day to achieve their goals.”

For Marisol, advocacy is more than a title—it’s a commitment to ensuring that adult education remains funded, valued, and accessible. Her work bridges learners, educators, and policymakers, amplifying the stories and needs of those whose futures depend on education.

During , Marisol reminds us that advocacy starts with sharing our stories—and that every learner’s voice has the power to create change.

16/09/2025

📢 Exciting news! Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially proclaimed September 14-20, 2025 as Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) Week in Michigan! 🎉
This proclamation recognizes the life-changing impact of adult education and literacy programs across our state. Every day, adult learners build brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities through education and opportunity.
We are proud to join programs, learners, and advocates across Michigan and nationally in celebrating AEFL Week. Let’s continue to raise awareness, share stories, and highlight the importance of adult education for all. 💙

16/09/2025

We are proud to celebrate Kelley Richardson, a recent GED graduate whose journey embodies the power of perseverance and the life-changing impact of adult education.

Kelley began her GED journey fifteen years ago, often coming just a few points shy of passing. Though disappointment made her step away at times, she never gave up hope. Last year, after watching her daughter graduate from high school, Kelley found her motivation to finish what she had started—not just for herself, but to show her daughter that it’s never too late to reach your goals.

She returned to class, committed fully, and with the support of her instructors, classmates, and family, Kelley achieved her dream. At 43 years old, she proudly earned her GED.

In her words, “That’s the power of adult education. It gives people like me a second chance. It opens doors to better jobs, higher education, and a stronger sense of self-worth. It helps parents become role models. It helps communities grow stronger.”

Kelley’s story is a reminder that investing in adult education means investing in stronger families, a stronger workforce, and a stronger Michigan. We are so proud to honor her accomplishments during —congratulations, Kelley! 🎓✨

16/09/2025

Thank you Governor Gretchen Whitmer for proclaiming September 14–20, 2025 as Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in Michigan!📚🎉 This week, we celebrate the achievements of adult learners and the vital role of education in building stronger families and communities.