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Collaboration Will Make Educational Opportunities More Accessible

Collaboration Will Make Educational Opportunities More Accessible

President Bud Marchant and UNC-Pembroke Chancellor Allen Meadors shake hands after discussing the possibility of establishing a transfer agreement between the two schools. Chancellor Meadors and UNC-Pembroke Community College Outreach Coordinator, Dr. Darrell Page, visited CCCC Tuesday to meet with Dr. Marchant, Vice President of Instruction, Lisa Chapman, and Vice President of Student Services, Ken Hoyle. All were excited about expanding educational opportunities for CCCC students by working together. Administrators and faculty from both schools will now work on specific ways the schools can collaborate.

"Our philosophy is that our students should go as far as their intellect will take them," said Dr. Marchant. "The door should always be open to more education if a student so chooses. I think more and more will choose to do so if it is convenient, doable, and affordable. That's what we want to do. Through collaborating, we also improve the capital of our community by turning out business people, nurses, etc." Artical End

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND CCCC

Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE)

by Dr. T. Eston (Bud) Marchant, President

This spring, Central Carolina Community College has an opportunity to participate in a national survey focusing on teaching, learning, and retention in technical and community colleges. The project is housed within The Community College Leadership Program at The University of Texas at Austin.

Research shows that students who read and write more, and who interact in positive ways with their teachers and peers, gain more in terms of essential skills and competencies. Identifying what our students do in and out of the classroom, knowing their goals, and understanding their external responsibilities can help us create an environment that can enhance student learning, development, and retention.

The survey will be administered in classes randomly selected by CCSSE to ensure a representative sample and to preserve the integrity of the survey results. Instructors whose classes are selected for survey administration will receive specific information from the appropriate administrator.

Central Carolina Community College is intent on being a leader in education, and this survey can assist us in identifying where we are and what further action may be helpful in our continuing work to support and strengthen teaching and learning. Your cooperation and participation in this exciting national survey are sure to enhance our educational programs and services to students.

You may learn more about CCSSE from the project Web site at www.ccsse.org. If you have any questions about the CCSSE project, please contact the CCSSE office at (512) 471-6807 or info@ccsse.org. Our on-campus coordinator for the CCSSE is Zena Harvley-Felder, QEP Coordinator. She may be reached at 718-7253 or zharvleyfelder@cccc.edu. Artical End

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Chatham Preschoolers Enjoy Snow

Chatham Preschoolers Enjoy Snow

The wintry weather that blew through the area left behind plenty of snow. Youngsters at the Chatham Preschool on Central Carolina Community College's Pittsboro Campus enjoyed the opportunity on Jan. 22 to build their very own snowman, complete with a big smile. Pictured (from left) are Preschool teacher Lerah Snipes; children Thomas Campbell, Kaia McNally, Cole Kivette, Desmond Gilmore, Kenyada Nettles, DaShaun McSwain, Aza McFadden, Hunter Brown, and Sarah Autry; and Preschool director/teacher Angela Leonti. Artical End

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CCCC Chatham ESL Program Receives Grant

Carolina Meadows, a retirement community in Pittsboro, recently awarded $115,975 in grants to nine non-profit agencies that serve Chatham County. CCCC was one of the beneficiaries of this program, receiving $10,975 for an ESL program on the Pittsboro campus focusing on teaching English to immigrants and providing childcare for children during their parents' classes. Artical End

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CCCC Hosts Laser Workshop for Middle School Students

The exciting field of laser and fiber optic technology becomes hands-on for middle school students during Central Carolina Community College's "High Tech - High Touch" workshop.

The workshop takes place Saturday, Feb. 21, in the Etheridge Building at the college's Harnett County Campus. Middle school students, with their parent or adult mentor, will do fun and educational technology activities. Current Laser and Photonics Technology students, alumni, faculty, and industrial representatives will provide instruction for this event.

The workshop begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 12 p.m. All participants must register as student/adult pairs; space is limited to 12 pairs. Registration is $10 per pair. The workshop will fill up quickly. To register or for more information, contact lead instructor Gary Beasley at (910) 814-8828 or by email: gbeasley@cccc.edu. Artical End

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Thriving in Tough Times Workshop Coming to Civic Center

Businesses stand a good chance of surviving an economic downturn, but it takes know-how, according to Cathy Swindell, Industrial Relations Officer at Central Carolina Community College.

That know-how will be available at the "How to Survive (and Thrive!) In Our Tough Economy" workshop, to be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center, in Sanford.

Featured speaker Gregg Stocker's topic will be "Don't Do Anything Stupid!" - the essential "dos" and "don'ts" in a tough economy. Stocker is a former business executive, widely respected management consultant, and author of "Avoiding the Corporate Death Spiral."

Central Carolina Community College and its Lee County Small Business Center, Solomon-EOS, Distinctive Human Resources, and Lee County Economic Development are sponsoring the workshop. The cost is $195 per person, which includes lunch and a workbook. Call about group discounts. Reserve a seat now by contacting the Lee County Small Business Center at the D.A. Wicker Civic Center, (919) 774-6442.

"Having come from industry, I've seen the typical manufacturing 'knee-jerk' reaction to a bad economy of cutting manpower, reducing training, and taking shortcuts in quality," Swindell said. "This workshop addresses that mind-set and encourages a different way of approaching business while we attempt to survive - and thrive- until the economy improves. This will position industry and business to be ready to respond when the market revives." Artical End

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Third Annual CCCC Health Fair Scheduled for February 18th

The Campbell University School of Pharmacy CCCC Health Fair will take place on February 18th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the lobby of the Science Building. For more information, contact Dana Martinez, Coordinator of Diversity Recruitment and Retention at Campbell University School of Pharmacy, at (910) 814-5427 or via email at Martinezd@campbell.edu. Artical End

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Jazz Apprenticeship for a Student Musician Offered

by Gregg Gelb, Humanities Instructor

Through a grant from the Lee County Arts Council, a jazz apprentice will be selected to play with the Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra, which is directed by Gregg Gelb. The jazz apprentice will be expected to participate in ten events with the orchestra, most of which will be Thursday evening rehearsals in Sanford and Pittsboro and some performances either at the Temple Theatre or at Depot Park in Sanford. The apprenticeship will include a $250 stipend.

In order to be considered for the Apprenticeship, the student must be between the ages of 15 - 19, and be a resident of Lee County. The student can either be a High School or Community College student and must be recommended by a music teacher. All interested students must first have the recommending teacher call Director Gregg Gelb at (919) 776-3272 for an audition appointment. Auditions will take place between Feb. 7 - Feb. 14. Calls for auditions are now being accepted.

This project receives support from the North Carolina State Arts Council and the Lee County Arts Council through the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina State Arts Council. Both agencies are funded by the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts. Both agencies believe that a great nation deserves great art. Support also comes from The Heart of Carolina Jazz Society, a non-profit organization. Go to www.carolinajazz.com for more information or contact Gregg Gelb at (919) 776-3272, gg@windstream.net. Artical End

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PERSONNEL NOTES

Cougar Profile

Zena Harvley-Felder

Zena Harvley-Felder
Coordinator of Quality Enhancement Plan, Lee Campus

Zena Harvley-Felder, a Sanford resident since 1978, grew up in Dallas, Texas. As a career educator whose work has always involved writing, she is comfortably placed here at CCCC as the Coordinator of the Quality Enhancement Plan: Writing Works.

Zena started working at CCCC in August 2008. Before coming to CCCC, Zena was an educational consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction in Raleigh. After eight years at NCDPI, she was ready for a new challenge. "The job sounded as though it was made for me," said Zena referencing her new position at CCCC. Her education includes an M.A. in English from UNC-CH and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from UNC-CH.

When asked what is the best part of working for CCCC, Zena responded "Nine minutes - that's how long it takes me to get to work instead of the 45-50 minutes one way that it took to get to Raleigh - also the friendly people, and the opportunity to help improve students' writing skills."

When not at work, Zena likes to read and write for fun, watch movies, walk, and travel. Zena says she "loves to travel," and has visited 11 countries and many states in the U.S. Artical End

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News From the CCCC Family

Christa Mashburn (Business Services Coordinator) and husband, Tommy, are proud new parents. Carter Liam Mashburn was born on Monday, January 19, 2009 and weighed 8 lbs. 2 oz. Everyone is fine including big brother, Ayden, and stepfather, Ronnie Measamer (CCCC Physical Plant Manager). You may congratulate the family at 567 Sion Kelly Road, Broadway, NC 27505. Artical End

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Birthdays

Birthday Cake
2/01 James Wright
2/02 Tommy Foxx
2/03 Karen Sasser
2/04 Teronda McNeil
2/05 Vicky Clark
2/05 Ellen Bland
2/07 Susan Poindexter
2/08 Elizabeth Budny
2/12 Roxann Granger
2/14 Gary Beasley
2/14 Barbara Campbell
2/14 Jerry Cornelison
2/14 Angela Rivera
2/15 Haley Thomas
2/16 James Haynes
2/16 Mary Walker
2/16 Stanley Thompson
2/16 Edwardo Hollingsworth

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Dates to Remember

Planner

Feb. 2 - Administrative Staff Meeting

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

Mar. 8 - Daylight Savings Time begins

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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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