蘑菇tv鈥檚 Samuel Sibbett Named Recipient of Statewide Academic Excellence Award
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A standout student known for his discipline and commitment to academic success, Sibbett has听maintained听a 4.0 GPA while balancing coursework and a听part-time job at a local car dealership.听
Sibbett began his college journey while still in high school through 蘑菇tv鈥檚 Career & College Promise program, giving him an early start on his academic goals and the confidence to continue听full-time at 蘑菇tv after graduation. He earned his听Associate degree in Business Administration听in May 2025 and is now working toward his听Associate of Arts degree with plans to transfer to a four-year university to complete a Bachelor鈥檚 degree in Accounting.听
鈥淭he best study strategy for me is repetition and reading,鈥� Sibbett said. 鈥淚 like to read and memorize what I鈥檓 studying in my head as well as I am a more visual learner.鈥�听
In addition to his academic achievements, Sibbett works part-time at a local car dealership, where he applies classroom skills in听real-world business settings through tasks such as updating books and听maintaining听inventory lists.听
His success has also been supported by the encouragement of family and faculty who helped him stay organized and focused throughout his journey.听
鈥淢y aunt Tanya Clark and cousin Hannah Clark have been very helpful in helping me to get organized and plan my听activities,听so they get completed without overwhelming me,鈥� Sibbett said.听
One of the moments that made him most proud during his time at 蘑菇tv was being selected as a Marshal for graduation, a reflection of the hard work and dedication he has invested in his education.听
Following graduation, Sibbett plans to transfer to a听four-year听university to complete his听bachelor鈥檚听degree in accounting and pursue a career in business or finance. He also hopes to use his education to support nonprofit organizations and strengthen the community through financial stewardship.听
蘑菇tv celebrates Sibbett鈥檚 achievement as a reflection of the college鈥檚 commitment to student success, academic excellence, and opening doors to future opportunities.听
For more information about 蘑菇tv and the opportunities available to students, visit sccnc.edu.听
