Cougar Bytes for June 11, 2009
June 11, 2009
Volume II, Number 19
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IN THIS ISSUE:
- WOW! WHAT A TEAM!
- WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND CCCC
- PERSONNEL NOTES
- MARK YOUR CALENDAR
- CCCC-BAY
- COUGAR BITE-BACKS
WOW! WHAT A TEAM!
Foundation Auction Raises $19,000
An enthusiastic crowd - some eager bidders and some just spectators - gathered for the eighth annual Central Carolina Community College Foundation Furniture Auction June 6.
All had a great time. The bidders offered a total of $19,358 for the more than 100 handmade wood and metal furnishings auctioned off. The spectators had fun watching the bidding under the direction of auctioneer R.J. Wicker, of Sanford, who could usually manage to get the bidders to go higher.
From whimsical figures made out of pipes to handsome home and yard furniture to sturdy utility buildings, the auction provided an impressive array of skilled work by inmate students in the college's carpentry and welding classes at Harnett Correctional Institution.
Each year, the pieces they make are auctioned off and the proceeds put into a scholarship endowment for students of the college from Harnett County.
"At Central Carolina, we want to instill in every student an interest in community service," said Bill Tyson, the college's provost for Harnett County programs. "The HCI prisoners don't have the same opportunities for this as regular students, so making the furniture for the scholarship fund auction gives them an opportunity to return something to the community."
Tyson encouraged the crowd to "bid high and bid often." They took his advice. The event set a record for auction sales.
"It's the best one we've had, with more people and more money raised than ever," said Diane Glover, foundation executive director. "It means a lot to the students that people will come to support them in these difficult economic times when the demand for financial assistance is so great."
Those who worked to make the event a success, in addition to Tyson and Glover, were: Crystal Baker, Harnett Campus Receptionist; Charles Bell, HCI Welding Instructor; Gloria Oldham, Administrative Assistant to Provost Tyson; Cindy Page, Harnett Administrative Specialist; Sharlene Satchell, Receptionist; Edward Taylor, HCI Carpentry Instructor; Daniel Thomas, Director of Correctional Education; Mary Walker, CCCC HCI Secretary; and Harnett Campus Maintenance Staff Danny Dean, Johnny Gene Dickens, Nancy Guy, Michael Morrison, and Jasmine Thompson. Also assisting was Barbara Dickens, sister of Ed Taylor.
A big thank-you also goes to all those employees who came to support the auction!
Jennifer Byrd and Donald Holder, both of Mamers, haul away some stools, part of their highest-bid winnings at the Foundation's Furniture Auction. Both are CCCC graduates.
Harnett Provost Bill Tyson hoists a plant holder for bidders to see during the CCCC Foundation's Furniture Auction June 6. Ed Taylor, HCI Carpentry Instructor, keeps track of the bidding while auctioneer R.J. Wicker acknowledges a bid.
WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND CCCC
New NCAEOP member
President Bud Marchant is now a card-carrying member in good standing of the North Carolina Association of Education Office Professionals, Inc. Linda Spivey, the organization's president and CCCC's Human Resources Employment Specialist, welcomed him to the organization.
BLET Classes Graduate at Chatham and Lee Campuses
Central Carolina Community College's Basic Law Enforcement Training programs in Chatham and Lee counties recently graduated 28 cadets.
Eleven were presented diplomas during the May 20 graduation at the college's Chatham Campus in Pittsboro. Seventeen received diplomas at the May 21 Lee graduation at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center in Sanford.
The cadets completed 624 hours of law enforcement training, including areas such as knowledge of laws, firearms, first responder medical care, and arrest techniques. They also passed a rigorous 12-week physical training program and a four-hour written comprehensive examination administered by the N.C. Criminal Justice Training and Standards Division.
"We are excited to have had graduations for both the Lee County Campus and the Pittsboro Campus," said Faye Phillips, BLET Training School director. "These individual cadets have done an exceptional job at achieving their goal."
Central Carolina Community College's Basic Law Enforcement Training program in Chatham County graduated 11 cadets May 20 in a ceremony at the college's Chatham Campus in Pittsboro.
Central Carolina Community College's Basic Law Enforcement Training day program in Lee County graduated 17 cadets May 21 in a ceremony at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.
Third Friday Art Walk
The CCCC Sculpture student gallery, located at 138 N. Chatham Avenue in Siler City, will be open during the Third Friday Art Walk in downtown Siler City from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 19. The function of the gallery is for students to gain experience managing and operating a gallery, displaying their artwork, and promoting the Pottery and Sculpture program. Come on by and see this amazing show of student work.
During the Art Walk, which is sponsored by the North Carolina Arts Incubator, 20 galleries, shops, and eateries will be open. And, live on stage: guitar music by Bill and Libby Hicks from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely summer evening in historic downtown Siler City.
CCCC Is Hiring!
Would you like to play a significant role in continuing to build a great community and family at the greatest community college in NC? Here is how you can help. Don't forget as an ambassador of CCCC to advertise the college's open job positions to your family and friends. Word of mouth is extremely important in tough budget times. Thank you for helping us to continue quality hiring practices!!! Please note that the hiring for all positions are contingent on availability of funds.
Here are the current openings we are advertising:
- Full-time Positions
- Barbering Instructor
- Chemistry Instructor
- Dean of University Transfer, Health Science & Developmental Studies
- English Instructor
- Lee County Director of Continuing Education
- Part-time Positions
- Dental Hygiene Instructor
- EKG Technician Instructor
- NA I Instructor fluent in Spanish
- Nurse Aid Instructor
- Welding Instructor
We encourage you, your family and friends to check http://www.cccc.edu/employment for up-to-date information regarding employment opportunities at CCCC.
What Are You Doing at CCCC Today?
What are you doing today for CCCC, at CCCC, or with CCCC? If you would like to write tweets and help spread the word about your CCCC activities, contact Marcie Dishman. You can follow the Twitter site by clicking on the link at the bottom of the college homepage. Marcie can be reached at (919) 718-7491 or by email at mdishman@cccc.edu.
Tai Chi at CCCC
The Continuing Education Departments in Chatham and Lee counties are offering Tai Chi classes this summer. On June 2, Lee County faculty and staff got a sample class from Jeremy Jackson (right), owner of Black Belt Leadership Academy in Sanford, who will teach the Lee County class. Among those taking part were (from left) Martha Youngblood, Administrative Assistant to Dean Stephen Athans; Lisa Key Brown, Chair of Developmental Studies; Carl Bryan, Chair of Social Sciences and Wellness; and his son, Pait.
Graduation Express Stops At CCCC
Glenn Shearin (right), Machining, Tool and Die Instructor, enjoys talking to Lee County Schools students about the college's Machining Technology programs and careers in the field. The students are members of the school district's Graduation Express, a program involving high school students, called Graduation Ambassadors, and elementary students, known as Future Graduates. The high school students mentor the younger ones to encourage them to complete high school and look forward to higher education. The students visited the Lee County Campus May 27 and also learned about Industrial Systems, Electronics Engineering, and Radio & Television Broadcasting programs as pathways to possible future careers. Speaking with the students, in addition to Glenn, were Allen Howington, Chair of Industrial Systems Technology; John Faircloth, Machining, Tool & Die Instructor; Bill Freeman, Chair of Media Technologies; and Laurie Lympany, Recruiter. Virginia Brown, Vocational/Technical Liaison, organized the visit with Lee County Schools.
"Breakfast for Supper" Benefit for the Friends of the Library
The Pittsboro Kiwanis Club will be serving up "BREAKFAST for SUPPER", a benefit dinner for the Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library on Friday, June 12th, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Kiwanis Building at 309 Credle Street, Pittsboro. The menu will include scrambled eggs, country ham, biscuits, grits, fruit, and more. The cost is $8 per plate. Dine in or take out. Tickets are available from Kiwanis and Friends members or at the door.
Please join us and help the Friends support our new Chatham Community Library!
Jazz Improvisation Classes
New Session of seven classes begins July 7
- Tuesdays
- 7pm - 8:30pm
- Marsh Woodwinds, 707 N. Person St., Raleigh.
Lessons include: Introduction to Jazz Improvisation, Jazz Theory, Melodic Development, Styles of Jazz Masters, Jazz Repertoire, and much more.
Students will learn by playing in every class!
Gelb has a Doctorate of Musical Arts at UNC Greensboro, 20+ years of professional jazz experience, and also degrees from the Berklee College of Music and the NC School of the Arts.
- For all instruments and all levels
- $20 per session
For registration and class info, send an email to gregg@gregggelb.com
PERSONNEL NOTES
Cougar Profile
Sean Quesenberry
Veteran Services Coordinator/Financial Aid Specialist
The 169 veterans now attending classes here, most of whom have served their country in Iraq or Afghanistan, have a friend at CCCC. Sean Quesenberry's expertise is as a financial aid specialist, but he is enormously gratified that he is able to help these men and women navigate their way to a better education and good jobs in civilian life.
Sean has been at CCCC for a year now, having previously worked in a similar capacity at John Wesley College. He grew up mostly in North Carolina and, until a few weeks ago, commuted to the Sanford campus from Thomasville, NC. He has just moved into a new apartment in Sanford, significantly reducing his commuting time.
Sean has a B.A. in Bible Theology from John Wesley College. He has an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University and is currently working on his Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership at Argosy University.
Many of the veterans Sean assists are reservists who were recalled to active duty and are able to attend CCCC under one of the G.I. bills now operational. He also supports dependents of vets who died in service or who are 100% disabled. "Most of the veterans who come to CCCC arrive in my office with a very positive perception of the college," says Sean. "These are very focused and highly motivated men and women who have a pretty good idea of what their goals are. All they need is a little help to obtain the funding and ensure that they are moving in the right direction. "
Sean is single and likes listening to "almost any kind of music". He enjoys reading history and is an avid fan of college sports. Yes, he's a Tarheel fan!
News From the CCCC Family
"I just want to again, thank everyone in my college family for their calls, gifts, cards, support, and most of all prayers during my recent lower back surgery and recovery. It means so much to me and my family to know that so many care. The surgery went well and I'm doing much better. It's amazing to have so much pain relieved. Thank God for His healing grace. Bless you all." -Bill Edwards, Jonesboro Center
Kay Massey, mother of Sara Lambert (Chatham County Basic Skills Coordinator) passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 in St. Louis, MO. Funeral services were held at Gent Funeral Home in Alton, IL on June 6th. Memorials suggested are a charity of choice or to the Godfrey Baptist Church, 1601 W. Delmar, Godfrey, IL 62035. You may remember Sara and family at 50 Poplar Trail, Siler City, NC 27344.
Micah and Christine Taylor (Developmental Math Instructor) are so happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Charlotte Madison Taylor. Charlotte was born on June 1st at 3:23 pm. She weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and measured 21- 1/4 inches long. Mommy, Daddy, and Charlotte are all doing well. Congratulations may be sent to the proud parents at 266 Fearrington Post, Pittsboro, NC 27312.
Birthdays
| 6/12 | David Oates |
| 6/12 | Vincent Castano |
| 6/13 | Lisa Chapman |
| 6/13 | Janet Eakes |
| 6/13 | Rebecca Trull |
| 6/14 | Jeffrey Crystal |
| 6/14 | Luther White |
| 6/16 | Keisha Petty |
| 6/17 | Loria Payne |
| 6/18 | Stelfanie Williams |
| 6/19 | Joseph Howington |
| 6/20 | Carl Bryan |
| 6/22 | Zena Harvley-Felder |
| 6/24 | Jill Gunter |
| 6/25 | Mary Coleman |
| 6/25 | Fred Thomas |
| 6/26 | Vadrin Colvin-King |
| 6/29 | Jean Vollrath | 7/05 | Gloria Cheatham |
| 7/05 | Melody McGee |
| 7/07 | Lennie Stephenson |
| 7/10 | William Moses |
| 7/15 | Betty Carter |
| 7/16 | Lynda Everett |
| 7/16 | George Papageorgiou |
| 7/16 | Vicky Stark |
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Dates to Remember
June 21 - First Day of Summer
June 25 - AEOP Meeting
July 3 - Independence Day Holiday
July 6 - Administrative Staff Meeting, 8:30 a.m.
July 29 - Board of Trustees Meeting - Lee County Campus, Civic Center
Aug. 3 - Administrative Staff Meeting, 8:30 a.m.
CCCC-BAY
Things For Sale, For Adoption or for Free
For Sale: Small, lightweight electronic treadmill for sale. Can be folded and put away. Price is negotiable. Please contact Rosalind Cross via phone, (910) 497-3273 or email, rfm5210@msn.com if interested.
Lainey in Your Future? "In August of 2008, we accepted our first foster dog. I now have my fourth dog; we've had three adopted in less than one year! I would like to introduce you to our newest foster. Her name is Lainey, and she is an Australian Shepherd Mix. She's by far the smartest dog I've ever had!
Lainey is listed on Petfinder.com and you can view Lainey directly at:
http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=13771635.
Thank you for checking out our newest family member. If you have questions, please email Judy Herndon or call the Pittsboro Campus: 542-6495 x 211."
COUGAR BITE-BACKS
Compliments, Complaints, Comments
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