Soccer and volleyball seasons begin in September and end in late November.

[6] Whatcom Community College was one of three schools to receive the Progress and Succeed Award from Hobsons, an education software and services company, in July 2014.

As of 2014, of Washington state's 34 community and technical colleges, Whatcom is one of six to receive this recognition.

[8] WCC's auxiliary services building earned LEED Silver certification for its sustainable design elements.

The building, which opened in spring 2013, is home to the campus facilities department and the copy, print and mail center.