Cougar Bytes for Friday, October 23, 2015

Congratulations October Employee of the Month: C. Dane Peterson

From the moment C. Dane Peterson began working at CCCC, he has made an impact on students. He worked as a facilitator in the Academic Assistance Center, he has taught math at all three main campuses, and he has guided numerous students as a success coach. He will offer assistance to any student who needs help with any issue from developing an academic plan to helping make arrangements for transportation to classes. He always strives to have a positive solution and follows up with the students to be certain that their needs have been met.

In 2014, Dane attended the Kellogg Institute for certification of Developmental Educators. As part of his practicum, he created online videos for CCCC's DMA courses. The students have expressed appreciation and preference for the videos.

Employees at Pittsboro Campus found Dane's presence invaluable when he was based in Chatham County. He is now working in the College Success Center assisting students in Health Programs. There is always a smile on his face when he can help someone see the joy of his favorite topic, math.

C. Dane Peterson
Health Science Success Coach/Advisor

Q.   How long have you worked for CCCC?

A.   This coming February will mark my fifth year at CCCC. I began as an Academic Assistance Facilitator on the Pittsboro Campus, and shortly thereafter began teaching Developmental Mathematics. This is my third year working in my current roll as a Success Coach!

Q.   Describe what you do for the College.

A.   What doesn't a Success Coach do?! In short, I like to describe myself as a student's one-stop-shop for all things CCCC. I help welcome them to the college during New Student Orientation, guide them during their first semester by instructing ACA courses, and then monitor and support their academic progress through graduation.

Q.   Where were you born?

A.   Wilton, NH

Q.   Where did you grow up?

A.   I grew up in Gilmanton, NH near Lake Winnipesaukee. I moved to Sanford at the age of 14 and attended high school at Lee Christian and Lee Senior. I then spent six years in Wilmington before moving back to the Sanford area.

Q.   Educational credentials?

A.   I earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from UNCW in 2007. My undergraduate research focused on Graph Theory, specifically the Dinitz Conjecture and other coloring problems involving square and triangular arrays. In August I was awarded a Developmental Education Specialist certificate from App State's Kellogg Institute. My practicum involved implementing a flipped classroom model in CCCC's DMA 010 & 030 courses.

Q.   Where do you live now?

A.   Southwest Raleigh

Q.   Tell us about your family!

A.   My family is split between Sanford and New Hampshire. I have no children, so I focus most of my efforts on spoiling my beagle, Paddington, and my two fantastic nephews, Garrett and Adrian.

Q.   What are some of your hobbies or other interest outside of CCCC?

A.   I do audio engineering for a German band and dance group out of Raleigh. Check us out! www.prosit.org/

Q.   Anything else you'd like to share with the CCCC family?

A.   Thank you so much for this recognition! I truly love the work that I do and CCCC's great students and staff that make it so enjoyable.

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Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Vote Now!

by Amy Gustavson, Assistant Director of Institutional Effectiveness & Research

Voting on the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) topics runs from October 20 to October 30. Watch your email for your link to vote. All students, faculty, staff, board of trustees, and the public are welcome to vote. If you would like to vote and you have not received an email with a link or you are having issues voting, contact Amy Gustavson at (919) 718-7527 or agustavson@cccc.edu

The four QEP topics are:

1. I AM Advising!: Advising Matters - Assure that academic advising is a personalized, student-centered, consistent, and effective learning process.
2. MAP: My Academic Pathway - Ensuring that students make the most informed decisions about potential educational pathways to careers and transfer opportunities when they start at CCCC.
3. BOSS: Boost Online Student Success - Evaluating students' readiness in order to provide support mechanisms for success and to maximize their online learning experience.
4. Can you DIG IT?: Developing Innovative Guidance for Instructional Technology - Identifying and implementing best online educational practices to enhance our online learning environment.

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Veterans Day

by Kevin Tolson, NCVets Corp Member

Veterans Day is a public holiday that falls on the 11th day of November and is dedicated to honoring men and women who have served, or presently serve, in the United States military. The date honors the ending of World War I, when Germany signed an armistice with the Allies that signaled the end of the War at 11 a.m. on the 11th of November, 1918. Over the years, it has come to honor all wars and to all who have served.

Today many Americans observe the day by attending ceremonies and parades that are dedicated to honoring the troops for their service. Please join Central Carolina Community College's Veteran Affairs, Veterans Upward Bound, and NCVetsCorps programs in observing the service and sacrifice these men and women have given to protect our freedom. Between now and Nov. 10 our programs will reach out to you to participate in this effective, yet simple, effort. Please, take two minutes out of your day on Nov. 11 to stop, reflect for those couple of minutes, and honor our service men and women who give, or have given, so much for our country.

For more information, please contact Kevin Tolson, at NC VetsCorps at (919) 718-7537, or email at kevin@nc-vc.org.

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Celebrating American Heroes

“Celebrating American Heroes” is the theme of a Veterans Day event to be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Central Carolina Community College’s Siler City Center.

Featured on the program will be the 82nd Airborne Division’s All-American Chorus from Fort Bragg. Guest speaker will be Chief of Police Gary T. Tyson of Siler City.

The program includes Adult High School, High School Equivalency, Adult Basic Education, and English as a Second Language student presentations and an honorary recognition ceremony.

For more information on the event, contact Della Newkirk, Adult Basic Education - Lead Instructor, at (919) 545-8668 or at dnewkirk@cccc.edu.

The 82nd Airborne Division’s All-American Chorus from Fort Bragg will make a return visit to the ‘Celebrating American Heroes’ Veterans Day program at Central Carolina Community College’s Siler City Center. The Chorus is pictured here during its 2014 visit to the Siler City Center.

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Innovation Center Celebrates Manufacturing Day

Over 650 people - many of them students from high schools in the region - came to CCCC's Innovation Center on Oct. 2, to participate in National Manufacturing Day.

"National Manufacturing Day at the Innovation Center was a huge success," said Cathy Swindell, CCCC's Director of Industry Services.

"Manufacturing Day is special because of the people we are celebrating - America's manufacturers," said Pamela Fincher, CCCC Industry Services Assistant. "While the most productive in the world, U.S. manufacturers are challenged with a growing gap in skilled labor.

Among the visitors for the day was N.C. State Rep. Brad Salmon, who noted, "I was very impressed with the level of excitement around here today. Our local manufacturing companies were on full display showing off their products and exposing area high school students to good jobs right here at home. The partnership between industry and Central Carolina Community College is a strong asset for economic growth in our area."

The Innovation Center is a world-class training center for industrial innovation. Facilities include a simulated work environment, a fully-outfitted welding lab, an instrumentation lab, as well as additional classroom space.

Sanford City Council member Rebecca Wyhof, N.C. State House Rep. Brad Salmon, CCCC Industry Services Director Cathy Swindell, and CCCC President T.E. Marchant look over the National Manufacturing Day festivities at CCCC's Innovation Center.

Area students have fun with Central Carolina Community College mascot Charlee Cougar during National Manufacturing Day at CCCC's Innovation Center.

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26th Annual Golf Classic

by Emily Hare, Executive Director, CCCC Foundation

On Sept. 23, the CCCC Foundation hosted its 26th Annual Golf Classic. With the support of local sponsors and players, the Foundation raised $28,000 for scholarships and other unrestricted needs of the college. Thank you to everyone who came out to make this day so successful!

The winning team from the morning tournament are Steve Carter, Jim Ulrich, Rod Brechisen, and Ron Ross.

The winning team from the afternoon tournament are Tripp Brizendine, Andy Phillips, Mike Cox, and Wayne Freeman Jr.

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Home Season Openings!

The Central Carolina Community College men’s basketball team will open its home season at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, against New River Community College of Virginia.

The Central Carolina Community College women’s basketball team will open its home season at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, against South Side Community College of Virginia.

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Faculty & Staff Halloween Costume Contest!

Save the Date for the Annual Faculty/Staff Halloween Costume Contest!! This event is hosted by the Social Committee and was a huge success last year. You don't want to miss this SPOOKTACULAR Event!!

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Chatham Catalyst Award

by Mark Hall, Provost, Chatham County

On Thursday, Oct. 15, Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) hosted the Chatham Catalyst reception honoring three families in Chatham County. Carl Thompson, Director of Continuing Education, Chatham County, and his uncle E.T. received one of the awards because their families have made significant contributions in Chatham County. EDC is the lead economic development agency for Chatham County. The EDC is a 501(c)3 economic development non-profit that provides support to businesses throughout the county and markets Chatham County as the preferred location for emerging growth companies.

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Center for Teaching & Learning

There are many meaningful opportunities coming up this fall for faculty. Four examples are listed below. For more information, please visit our Center for Teaching & Learning website.

• CTL Faculty Professional Development Schedule
• Learning Grants
• Faculty Advancement Funds
• Teaching Academy

Please contact Amanda Carter at abcarter@cccc.edu with questions or for more information.

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Course Development, Training, and Troubleshooting

by Mike Beck, Dean of Student Learning

Matt Smith attended Guilford College for his bachelor's in education and psychology and North Carolina A & T for his master's in counseling. He has been with Central Carolina Community College for over two years. In June, Matt became an instructional designer in the Center for Teaching & Learning. He is available to assist faculty with course development, training, and troubleshooting. Contact Matt at (919) 718-7424 or msmith@cccc.edu.

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Operation Christmas Child - Dental Programs Event

by Vicky Wesner, Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Program Director

The Dental Programs students have organized an Operation Christmas Child drop off location at the W.B. Wicker Dental Programs area. There is a large drop box in the hallway next to the faculty office area, room 220B.

If you need the pre-made box, please let Vicky Wesner, vwesn556@cccc.edu, know. Or if you wish to use a shoe box you currently have, that will be perfect, too. Please go to the Samaritan's Purse website to see what should and should not be included in the box at www.samaritans
purse.org/operation-christmas-child/pack-a-shoe-box/.

Please drop off Operation Christmas Child boxes at W.B. Wicker by Oct. 29. The students will handle the rest.

Thanks!
Vicky

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TRiO Welcomes New Staff

by Ashley Tittemore, Executive Director of College Access Programs

Jessica Rogers, Director of TRiO Student Support Services, started on Sept. 14. She will be leading CCCC's two new TRiO Student Support Services grant programs, which will together serve 260 low-income and first-generation CCCC students, and students with disabilities. The program will provide a wide variety of services to support the retention, graduation, and four-year transfer of participating students. Jessica has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from WSSU and a Master's degree in Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University, and joins CCCC following seven years of experience at A&T's TRiO Student Support Services program, in addition to experience as a Consulting Therapist and as a Tutorial Program Director.

Joli McDonald, Administrative Assistant for TRiO Student Support Services, started on Sept. 21. Joli has a bachelor's degree from ECU, 13 years of previous work experience with Pfizer, and several years of experience as an Office Manager with San Lee Chapel.

Karen Sides, Administrative Assistant for TRiO's Upward Bound Math & Science and Veterans Upward Bound programs, started on Oct. 1. Karen recently moved to the area from Pennsylvania, and has an Associate's degree in Business Administration from Central Pennsylvania College with extensive administrative experience in educational settings, including K-12 and postsecondary settings.

Tim Peedin, Director of TRiO's Veterans Upward Bound program, started on Oct. 12. Tim is a retired Air Force Captain with 23 years of service, a Bachelor's degree in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and a Master's degree in Transportation and Logistics Management from American Military University. Recently Tim has served as an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at N.C. State University, where he served as an adviser, counselor, and mentor to the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.

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Women's Exchange Conference Success

by Pamela A. Fincher, Industry Services - Innovation Center

On Oct. 8, the Sanford Business and Professional Women’s Club hosted the third annual Women’s Exchange conference at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center. The half-day women’s symposium was attended by 90 women, who traveled from around the region to hear presentations related to this year’s theme - The Power of the Purse: The Economic Impact of Women. Two of CCCC’s own were featured at the event; Dr. Pamela Senegal, Vice President of Economic and Community Development, provided a kickoff presentation titled “Why the World Needs More Women Leaders,” and Crystal McIver, HRD Plus Director, served as the moderator for the Women in Business Panel.

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Writing and Reading Center Extended Hours

by Sarah A. Hoffarth, Director of College Success and Student Transitions

The Writing and Reading Center has extended hours on the Sanford campus! We are now open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday. It should be noted, however, that from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. students can be seen by appointment only.

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Guest Speaker, José Galvez

Come and listen to Pulitzer Prize winner, José Galvez on Nov. 12, at noon at the Pittsboro library in the Holmes Meeting Room.

When José was 10, he carried his shoeshine box into the building of the Arizona Daily Star. After that night, he was a permanent fixture in the newsroom. He bought a camera at a pawn shop in high school and inspired by his mentors at the paper, went on to major in journalism at the University of Arizona. Upon graduation he became a staff photographer at the Star. No matter what his assignments were early on, José always focused his lens on the barrios of Tucson - his home - and the people who lived, worked, and loved there. He had his first professional exhibition when he was just 22 years old. At about the same time, José's participation in the Chicano Movement led him to see his work as more than a passion: he had a responsibility to capture the history of his people.

Galvez moved on to the Los Angeles Times, becoming the first Mexican-American photographer on staff. In 1984, he was on a team of reporters and photographers that won a Pulitzer Prize for a series on Latino life in southern California: the first Chicanos to win the Prize. He left the Times in 1992 after winning many other awards for his photographs.

Galvez was an editor of and contributor to Americanos. He’s collaborated with writers such as Luis Alberto Urrea and Patricia Martin. He published his own childhood stories in Shine Boy (nearly sold out). His current work focuses on Latino communities of the American South, naturalization ceremonies, and documenting the many communities he visits every year.

For more information check out his web page www.josegalvez.com.

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Another Fall Class Complete!

by Kelvin Hunt, Director of Student Outreach and Recruitment

The Student Outreach and Recruitment team has closed the chapter on another successful recruiting year! A huge thank you to all faculty and staff that support our efforts.

The work for the 2016 fall class began in September, visiting 12 counties with exposure to thousands of prospective students in the past month alone. We'll be visiting three more counties before October is complete, and participating in College Application Week during the first week of November among other recruiting events.

A prospective student completes a student inquiry form to receive more information about CCCC!

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Request Your On Campus Publication

by Marketing

Are you looking for a distributable that showcases the many programs and opportunities offered at CCCC? On Campus is a community publication of The Sanford Herald with Central Carolina Community College. This 28-page publication spotlights CCCC curriculum courses, continuing education opportunities, foundation, sports, and other programs available through the college.

Request your copy, or bundle of copies for distribution, from Cristina Oliver at coliver@cccc.edu. Or if you would like to stop by and pick up a bundle, please do anytime at the Marketing office.

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News From The Library

by Tara Guthrie, Director of Library Services

Meet Our New Librarian!
The Library welcomes Caroline Hallam as our new Instruction & Electronic Services Librarian on the Lee Main Campus. Caroline earned her Master’s degree in Library Science at UNC-Chapel Hill and has worked at the UNC Undergraduate Library, as well as the library at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Ga. She has also taught English in Thailand. Her primary responsibilities will include library instruction, research assistance, managing the technical back end of our online resources, collection development, and other duties. Stop by the Lee Library to give Caroline a warm welcome!

Harnett Grant Project
The Harnett Library will soon have a new library instruction computer lab funded by an LSTA Grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services. This grant will increase the number of library computers from 10 to 30. The lab will serve as an open computer lab when library classes are not in session. The grant will also provide six open access computers and printing services for nursing students at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. This grant was in response to needs identified in our LSTA Planning Grant last fiscal year. Work has begun on the project, and we hope to have the lab set up and running later this semester. An open house is planned when the project is completed.

Annual Haunted Library
The Lee Library will hold its 6th annual Haunted Library on Oct. 26-30. The electronics engineering students will be contributing to our decorations again this year. Last year, they created a flying ghost, and they have a new addition planned for this year. Stop by for a trick or treat and enjoy the Halloween decorations.

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Flu Shot Clinics and Family Health & Benefits Fair

13th Annual Lee County Schools/CCCC Family Health and Benefits Fair:

WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.
WHAT: Free screenings, local resources, health education, flu shot clinic, Bloodmobile, door prizes.

Flu Shot Clinics at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center:

• Monday, Oct. 26, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please bring your ID and insurance card (State Health Plan, BCBS, Medicare, or self-pay $35).

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Professional Development Opportunities

by Daisha Gaines, Director of Organizational Development, Human Resources

Take a look at the upcoming Professional Development opportunities. Which ones will you join?

• November 3 (Tuesday):
  Cool Tools
• November 5 (Thursday):
  Informer
• November 6 (Friday):
  AV/Classroom Troubleshooting
• November 17 (Tuesday):
  New Blackboard Features
• November 18 (Wednesday):
  The Disney’s Customer Service Model Applied to Higher Ed
• November 30 (Monday):
  E-Forms
• December 2 (Wednesday):
  Cool Tools

Register and view all Professional Development opportunities and we look forward to seeing you soon.

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Welcome New Employees!

Full-time employees as of October 1

• Teresa Brown, Lee Campus, Continuing Education
• Theresa Cebulski-Field, Lee Campus, Practical Nursing
• Leslie Nelson, Harnett Campus, Career Counselor
• Jessica Rogers, Lee Campus, Director of TRiO Student Support Programs

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Employee of the Month Program

by Daisha Gaines, Director of Organizational Development, Human Resources

Please join me as we continue recognizing our full-time faculty and staff for their exceptional contributions and customer service. The purpose of this award is to:

• Promote positive employee-to-employee and employee-to-student interactions on campus in order to further a learning first culture
• Increase employee engagement through recognizing positive employee behaviors

The Employee Recognition Committee is currently accepting nominations. All nominations are due by the first Monday of the calendar month to be recognized the following month.

Read Employee of the Month Program Eligibility & Guidelines. To nominate a deserving colleague, please click: Employee of the Month Nomination Form

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Birthdays

Birthday list provided by Human Resources

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News From The CCCC Family

Bereavements

With sadness we announce the passing of Jennifer Seagraves' father-in-law, Roy Lee Seagraves. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m. at Malones Funeral Home in Grayson, Kentucky. A public visitation will be held before the service from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Cards and expressions of sympathy may be sent to: Chadwick and Jennifer Seagraves, 1022 E. Justin Drive, Garner, NC 27529.

We regretfully announce the passing of Mike Spivey's father, William (Bill) Spivey, who passed away on Oct. 18. Visitation was held at Rogers-Pickard Funeral Home in Sanford. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike and his family during this difficult time and I'm sure they will appreciate a card or note at 2213 Chris Cole Road, Sanford, NC 27332.

We regretfully announce the passing of Keisha Petty's brother-in-law, Marcus "Mudd" Laverne Murchison, Sr.of Sanford, NC. Funeral services were held on Oct. 1 at Christian Provision Ministries, 2300 Courtland Drive, Sanford, NC.

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Dates to Remember

October 26 Flu Shot Clinic at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

November 1 The CCCC men’s basketball team home season opening at 2 p.m., against New River Community College of Virginia.

November 3 Lee County Schools/CCCC Family Health & Benefits Fair and Flu Shot Clinic from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.

November 4 ‘Celebrating American Heroes’ program will be held at 10 a.m. at the Siler City Center.

November 5 Flu Shot Clinic at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

November 6 Inaugural Math and Science Lecture Series featuring Clyde Gibbons, Medical Examiner Specialist from the North Carolina Medical Examiners Officer will be held at 10 a.m. at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.

November 7 The CCCC women’s basketball team home season opening at 2 p.m., against South Side Community College of Virginia.

November 10 The Dunn Center open house will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the new CCCC Dunn Center in Dunn.

November 12 José Galvez speaks at noon at the Pittsboro Library in the Holmes Meeting Room.

November 14 NCMATYC Math Competition for community colleges will be held in the Science Building and Gym on the Lee County Campus in Sanford.

November 17 Central Carolina Community College’s International Year of Light 2015 celebration, showcasing the college’s Laser and Photonics Technology program, will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Harnett County Campus in Lillington.

November 18 The Foundation Scholarship Luncheon will be held at noon at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center in Sanford.

November 18 The Business Technologies Department and Phi Beta Lambda are sponsoring a “Liberty Lecture” with Prof. Andrew Taylor from N.C. State University at 7 p.m., at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center.

December 3 The Foundation Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the CCCC Lee Campus in Sanford.

December 7 The Central Carolina Community College Foundation Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Siler City Center.

December 8 The women’s basketball team will host New South Wales (Australia) at 5 p.m. on the Lee Campus in Sanford.

December 10 The Continuing Education Medical Graduation will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center in Sanford.

December 16 Professional Development Day will be held at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center.

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Cougar Pets News

Nellie, spayed female. Nellie is a sweet girl who loves people to death but will most likely NOT do well with other dogs in the home. But she will be a great one dog for you or your family. She loves attention, long walks, and exploring. Nell is a sweetie pie. Photo credit: Devin Palazzolo.

Are you interested in adopting Nellie or another pet? Anyone interesting should visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CougarPets for more information and pictures of all the animals that need homes.

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Things For Sale or For Free!

Priced to sell! Retired CCCC Marketing writer Kathy McDonald, and her husband, Tom, are enjoying the sunshine in California and are eager to sell their North Carolina home. It is located in The Highlands at Sherwood Forest, 105 Ridge View Drive, off Highway 27 in western Harnett County. It is valued at $105,000 by Harnett County, but the McDonalds have reduced the price to $63,900 for a quick sale.

The house has about six-tenths of an acre, with a wooded area at the back of the property. The location is about 20 minutes from Fayetteville, Sanford, Southern Pines, and Lillington. The 1,500-square-foot home has two bedroom suites, one at each end of the house. The small room adjoining each bedroom can be used for an office, library, playroom, nursery, etc. The living-dining area and kitchen are in the middle of the house. The house has an attached garage, screened porch and a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. It comes with dishwasher, range, refrigerator, washer and dryer. To see it, contact realtor Ann Milton, RE/MAX, (cell) 910-237-1675, (office) 910-354-2638, or email ann@annmilton.com. More pictures of the property can be seen at www.realtor.com or www.SoldByAnnMilton.com.

Are you looking to clean out your attic or basement before the holidays? CCCC-Bay is happy to post your items--for sale or give away--here in Cougar Bytes! Send an email (with photos if you would like) to Cristina Oliver at coliver@cccc.edu and we'll feature in next month's publication.

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Contribute to Cougar Bytes

Cougar Bytes is a monthly newsletter distributed to staff and faculty. Is there a college event you would like to promote? Perhaps you have a success story you would like to share? We welcome any events, stories, photos, or shout-outs in our next issue. Please submit any contributions to marketing@cccc.edu.

Our deadline for contributions is Nov. 11 for the November issue. Thank you!

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