IN THIS ISSUE:

WOW! WHAT A TEAM!

College Employees Working Together

by Phyllis Huff, Director of Human Resources Development

Several employees assisted in the development of materials and the implementation of the instruction of employability skills training through the Human Resources Development (HRD) Program for laid-off workers of a local company before and during the Christmas vacation. The services of the following persons were invaluable: Dean of Continuing Education, Stelfanie Williams; Stephen Athans, Dean of Industrial, Engineering, and Health Programs; NC School of Telecommunications Employees, Kelly Dehring, Secretary; Ben Johnson, Computer Information Technology and Networking, Lead Instructor and Others; Business Services Department, Jan Rider, Director, and Staff Members, Kathy Sheffield, David Porter, and Christa Mashburn; the Human Resources Development (HRD) instructors from Harnett, Chatham, and Lee Counties, Nicole Brown, Betty Hollins, William Crumpton, James Womack, Twana Monroe, and Delphine Womack. Artical End

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND CCCC

Instructor of the Year Nominations

by Lisa M. Chapman, Vice President of Instruction

It is time to nominate candidates for CCCC's Instructor of the Year. Any full-time employee of the college may nominate a candidate. Each candidate who chooses to continue the process will receive a nomination packet to complete.

Get the form here. You may nominate only one person. Submit your nomination to Robin Walker by Monday, February 2, 2009. Artical End

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Mentors Needed for New CCCC Grant Program

By Dwayne Hodges, Grants Writer

Our institution has had the good fortune of being granted a Minority Male Mentor Program grant by the North Carolina Community College System. This grant will provide us with $30,000 to invest in the creation of a support network that will assist students in persisting with their education through to graduation. More important than the money, is the understanding that both our institution and the NCCCS see the need to provide this service for our students. The only thing missing now to make this a successful venture is the human element. For that, we need you. Our program will be called the ON TRAC program. The acronym, ON TRAC underscores the concept that if the college provides full educational Opportunity and Networking between students and mentors/role models, the students will become Teachable, Respectable, Accountable, and Capable.

If you know a student that you believe can benefit from additional support, and that you believe will benefit from a formal system of support and leadership development, please fill out a referral form and return it to me. If you would like to serve as a mentor, please fill out an application form and return to me. It is not necessary to be a minority or a male to serve as a mentor. The important thing is a commitment to providing the personal support a student needs to adapt and succeed in a college environment.

Thank you in advance for your support of this program. If you have any additional questions, please contact me by email at dhodges@cccc.edu. Artical End

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CCCC Graduates REAL Class

The college graduated its latest REAL class at a ceremony in December at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.

REAL (Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning) is a unique course in which current and future small business owners research their business areas, write business plans, and learn what is required to make their businesses succeed. Speakers for the event were previous REAL graduate Roger Darr, owner of Absolute Computers; Dr. Lisa Chapman, Vice President of Instruction, and Tony Johnson, Executive Director of NC REAL. Also attending the graduation were President Bud Marchant, Dean of Continuing Education Stelfanie Williams, Chairman of the Business Technologies Department Jon Matthews, and Director of the Small Business Center, Jim Felton.

REAL Class

The latest class of REAL students, and their business plans, are (from left) Brandy Reagan, of Chatham, Tangles Salon, in Apex; PJ Bordelon, of Chatham, Knot My Family Farm; Joni Pavlik, of Chatham, Central Carolina Cellars. Joni is Dean of Business & Media Technologies and Public Services; Sojourner Smith, of Lee, Future's Hope; Karen Floryanzia, of Lee, Eye Stripe Video; and also pictured (right) is REAL Instructor Diane Kannarr. Several other students graduated, but are not shown in the picture. Artical End

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Funds Raised for Sustainable Agriculture Program

The Sustainable Agriculture program has received a check for $892 raised through a fundraiser held by the Panzanella Italian Eatery, in Carrboro. Robin Kohanowich, Coordinator of the Sustainable Farming Program, thanks the business for its generosity and support. Artical End

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ACT Is More Than a College Test

by Phyllis Huff, Director of Human Resources Development

Since hundreds of companies--from small enterprises to Fortune 500's--use ACT's innovative workforce development programs, college personnel, concerned with how well students write, may want to consider what ACT® offers to those preparing to enter the workplace. ACT® has two assessments within the WorkKeys System of Assessments that relate to the college's Quality Enhancement Plan, Writing Works: Writing and Business Writing. Further information with characteristics on both assessments may be found at ACT's website, http://www.act.org/workkeys/assess/foundational.html

In addition, occupational profiles listing levels of scores (used for selection, promotion, or other individual high-stakes purposes) for various occupations may be found at the following web address: http://www.act.org/workkeys/analysis/occup.html. Artical End

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Staff Development Session

You are invited to attend a staff development session presented by Dr. Anthony Harrington:

Contact Michelle Powell, (919) 542-6495, ext. 237, for more information. Artical End

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North Carolina Great Teacher Retreat

by Kay Crouch, NCGTR Coordinator

Happy New Year Faculty!

The deadline for registration for the North Carolina Great Teacher retreat is Wednesday, January 28. There is still time to complete all the paperwork, but action must be taken immediately before travel funds are frozen!

The retreat will be held, once again, at the Kanuga Inn and Conference Center outside Hendersonville, NC. It will begin with dinner on Thursday, February 26 and end with lunch on Sunday, March 1. The all-inclusive fee (registration, all meals, shared room) is $515. See http://ngtm.net/ncgtr.htm for more information or to download the registration form. Please feel free to call me with questions.

The North Carolina Great Teachers Retreat is a highly positive and productive professional development activity. Speak to your colleagues who have attended and I know you'll want to come, too! I hope to see you in the mountains! Call Kay Crouch, (828) 726-2366 for more information. Artical End

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Massage Therapy Available on Harnett Campus

by Len Royals, Director of Continuing Education-Harnett County

The students in the Massage Therapy program on the Harnett Campus will start giving massages on January 24th. Please call (910) 814-8823 to make an appointment. The charge for the massage will be $15 for up to one hour. Artical End

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Think Smart Students Think Lasers

Think Smart Students Think Lasers

Students from the Think Smart Outreach Center, in Dunn, got 'hands-on' with laser and fiber optics during a fun and informative workshop at Central Carolina Community College's Harnett Campus. The students, members of the Center's pre-collegiate program, were from all the high schools in Harnett County. Gary Beasley, lead instructor of the college's Laser & Photonics Technology Program, and some of his students put on the workshop. Artical End

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PERSONNEL NOTES

News From the CCCC Family

Raymond David Smith, brother of Doug Smith (Maintenance/Lee County Campus), passed away on Monday, January 12, 2009. The funeral service was held on Thursday, January 15th at Riverview Memorial Gardens. You may send condolences to Doug at 784 Kramer Road, Lillington, NC 27546.

Patricia Denton, Lead Instructor for Cosmetology, Lillington campus, is home recuperating from a bad fall. Patricia asks that you keep her in your prayers. You can send a note of encouragement to her at 111 Mabry Rd., Angier, NC 27501. Artical End

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Birthdays

Birthday Cake
1/16 Kelly Dehring
1/16 Mary Ann Gaster
1/16 Pam Riddle
1/17 Doris Dowdy
1/18 Amy Kennedy
1/19 Starlene Jackson
1/19 Edward Stumpf
1/20 George Clayton
1/20 Melissa Staley
1/20 Nellie Hill
1/22 Laurence Tipton

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COUGAR CUISINE

FAQs About CCCC's Subway on Lee Campus

by Jan Rider, Director of Business Services

Can I order in advance? Yes. Please call in prior to 10:00 a.m. to be assured that your request will be received. Better yet, use the attached form as a guide and drop your order off in the morning.

Are party platters available? Yes. Sandwiches, wraps, box lunches, and cookie platters are available. Please order at least 24 hours in advance. A few days would be better.

What is Subway's phone number? (919) 718-7278.

What hours is the facility open? 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:30 -3:30 p.m. on Fridays.

Can I use my debit or credit card? Subway accepts debit and credit cards, Subway value cards, and cash.

Thank you for your support, interest, and patronage. Artical End

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Dates to Remember

Planner

Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday

Feb. 2 - Administrative Staff Meeting

Feb. 11 - Board of Trustees Meeting at the Civic Center

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CCCC-BAY

Things For Sale, For Adoption or for Free

Manx Cats for Adoption: The featured adoption-ready Manx of this post is Vanna. She's a real beauty! Check out this link to find out how she got her name. http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=10790484. Have you considered adopting a pet from an animal rescue? A good rescue provides you with a pet that has been vaccinated, treated for any medical problems, and "fixed". The rescue or foster home can tell you all about the pet's nature, general likes and dislikes, habits, and also any challenges. Rescue adoption is a great way to get a dog or cat that has a track record! Thanks for considering pet adoption! Get More Info. -Judy Herndon, CCCC, Pittsboro Campus. Artical End

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COUGAR BITE-BACKS

Compliments, Complaints, Comments

Have something you would like to get off your chest? Send your letters and your news to marketing@cccc.edu. The editors reserve the right to select what will be printed and to edit material to fit the space available. Artical End

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