Savana Marksbary graduated from Central Carolina Technical College in 2024 with an Associate in Applied Science in Natural Resources Management. She chose CCTC with a clear goal in mind: to become the first person in her family to graduate from college. With a lifelong love of the outdoors and a strong interest in wildlife conservation and environmental science, the NRM program felt like the perfect fit.

During her time at CCTC, Savana was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and proudly became the first in her family to earn a college degree. She also completed an internship at Black Creek Wildlife Center, where she gained hands on experience and earned a certification in handling and relocating venomous snakes.

Today, Savana is continuing her education by pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. Her goal is to build a career in forestry or wildlife management and continue making a difference in the field she is passionate about.

Her advice to future Titans? CCTC helped me gain the confidence and experience to pursue my bachelor’s degree, something I never thought I could do. Believe in yourself and take that first step.”