September Cougar Champion: Madison Williams

Madison Williams
Records Assessment Specialist

How long have you worked for CCCC?
I started at CCCC part-time in June of 2021 at the Harnett Main Campus and then transitioned to full-time in April 2023.

Describe what you do for CCCC.
As a Records Assessment Specialist in the Records Office, I process student records, ranging from applications to change of student data forms, while ensuring that each document is accurately recorded.

What motivates you?
I thrive in a dynamic work setting and find great fulfillment in supporting our students, faculty, and staff.

What is your work motto?
Set aside the challenges of yesterday, for each day offers a fresh opportunity.

What is the best advice you can give your colleagues?
Never be afraid to ask questions.

Where were you born?
Sanford, N.C.

Where did you grow up?
Harnett County.

Where do you live now?
Harnett County.

Educational credentials?
I obtained my associate degree from Fayetteville Technical Community College.

Tell us about your family!
My husband, Garrett, and I have been together for six years. We have two children, Tate and Rylan.

What are some of your hobbies or other interests outside of CCCC?
I enjoy spending time with my children, shopping, and vacationing!

What is your favorite meal?
Everything pasta!

September Cougar Champion: Angie Fleshman

Angie Fleshman

Administrative Assistant, Upward Bound Program

How long have you worked for CCCC?
I began working for CCCC as a bus driver in 2012. Working full-time as a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant (TA) for Harnett County schools, I simultaneously started working for Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) as a bus driver with Upward Bound, part of the TRiO Program.

What brought you to CCCC?
Initially as mentioned above, since being a TA for Harnett County Schools also comes with the CDL “Bus Driving” requirement, I was contracted out by Harnett County Schools to drive an activity bus for the Upward Bound program at CCCC. I accepted this additional job because it seemed to be a natural extension for my enjoyment assisting mentorship and growth for school aged children. I also drove as needed for the college for other programs. In September 2023, I transitioned from full-time TA to part-time Administrative Assistant for the Upward Bound Program at CCCC Lee Main Campus as well as drove for CCCC as needed.

Describe what you do for CCCC.
I assist our leadership and staff in data entry, file management and organization of student records, communications to students and parents-guardians, planning and coordination of on and off site visits and activities, receiving supplies, coordination of technology support and accountability of equipment, as well as transportation planning and execution. I am the face and voice that welcomes you as you enter the Guided Studies Building. Upward Bound is an amazing program that I am passionate about. My co-workers make coming to work enjoyable and we collaborate well. We are making a difference in our students' educational goals. Students get hands-on learning and new experiences. Upward Bound offers opportunities allowing students to travel out of the state, fly on an airplane or take a tour bus. I enjoy touring local colleges and engaging with the students on trips and events.

What is your work motto?
Be productive and stay busy.

What is your proudest accomplishment?
When a former student sees me and comes to say hi and lets me know how they are doing. This accomplishment is the real positive impact received firsthand. It warms my heart being recognized by a student and seeing them in everyday life where they know who I am and thank me for helping them succeed.

Who inspires you?
My husband is my greatest fan. There isn't anything I can't do with him supporting me the entire way.

Where were you born?
Boise, ID.

Where do you live now?
I now live in Cameron, but will soon be moving to Bunnlevel after completion of our new home build.

Educational credentials?
I have an associate degree in Early Education and a certificate of completion in Business.

Tell us about your family!
I have two children, five bonus children, one bonus grandchild, two guinea pigs and a dog.

What are some of your hobbies or other interests outside of CCCC?
I enjoy spending time with my grown-up children. I enjoy doing yard work. I am looking forward to traveling with my husband soon.

Who is one of your favorite fictional characters and why (from a favorite book, tv show, movie, etc.)?
I enjoy pretty much all of the Marvel movies. I grew up watching the cartoons and reading the comics.

What is your favorite meal?
I am from Idaho, so I have to say meat and potatoes! My 24 years here in N.C., however, I have grown to love BBQ and biscuits and gravy.

Culinary Arts Thanksgiving Pick-Up Dinner

Chatham Main Campus

Culinary Arts offers a pick-up dinner on Friday, Nov. 22, picking up between 1-1:30 p.m. only at the Natural Chef Cafe on the Chatham Main Campus.

Pre-order by Sunday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m. For more information, contact Kelly Burton at kburton@cccc.edu

 

Lee Main Campus

Pick up your Thanksgiving Dinner at the Cougar Cafe on Lee Main Campus, 11.30 a.m.- 1 p.m. (only). This is a first-come first-served meal, so arrive early! For more information, contact Kathryn Horrell at khorrell@cccc.edu.

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Thankfulness Poll Comments

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Employee Climate Survey

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Cougar Express Drive-Thru

Join us for a free holiday drive-thru event where you can enjoy the festive atmosphere and celebrate the season! For those interested, we’re also accepting new toy donations for children in western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene.

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University Day

Thanks to the many colleges and universities that attended the Central Carolina Community College University Day on Nov. 6 at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic and Conference Center in Sanford. CCCC students were able to talk with representatives from many different colleges and universities to explore transfer options, and learn about application processes, unique program offerings, and potential scholarship opportunities!

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Career Center

The Career Center had a busy month of October. On Oct. 23, Felicia Gilmore, in collaboration with other community college career center coordinators and directors, had the first N.C. Career Services Collaborations Conversations with representatives from Davison Davie Community College, Fayetteville Technical Community College, Johnston Community College, and Central Carolina Community College.

Special thanks go to AVP Scott Byington, the Foundation, and Malinda Marsh, Human Services Coordinator, for assisting in this event. There were great conversations regarding the career services field, as well as new ideas, fun icebreakers, and brainstorming that came from this meeting with ideas of starting an association within the career services realm.

On Oct 29, CCCC, NCWorks, and Sanford Area Growth Alliance collaborated and held a Regional Resource & Career Fair at the Eugene E. Moore Center. There were over 100 jobseekers and 30 employers and resource groups present to offer resources and current jobs to eager jobseekers.

Special thanks go to AVP Felicia Crittenden and her team, Lincoln Frye, Patricia DeAnda-Likes, Malinda Marsh, the Foundation team, Erin Blakely, Margaret Roberton, the CCCC copy center, the CCCC security team, the CCCC maintenance team, the CCCC marketing team, the CCCC broadcasting team, the CCCC recruitment department, CCCC Veterans Upward Bound, NCWorks, and SAGA of Lee County.

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Employee Halloween Costume Contest

View the 2024 Halloween Costume Slideshow

• Scariest: David Haire (Jason Voorhees)
• Funniest: Meghan Brown & Kelly Klug (Wicked)
• Cutest: (TIE) Brandi Hernandez (Home Depot Dad)
• Cutest: (TIE) Jonathan Silva, Samantha Zamudio & Jessica Lujan (Day of the Dead)
• Best Group: Financial Aid (Dodgeball)
• Best Overall: Student Learning Division (Wizard of Oz)

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Battle of the Bowl Winners

Thank you to everyone who joined in the Battle of the Bowls, whether competing or tasting. The chili submissions were outstanding, with close results in the voting. Congratulations to all participants and especially to our winners!

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Fall Fest

Our Central Carolina Community College students had a fantastic time celebrating Fall Fest on the CCCC Lee Main Campus on Oct. 31. Check out these highlights from the event!

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Regional Resource & Career Fair

The Regional Resource & Career Fair was held on Oct. 29 at the E. Eugene Moore Manufacturing & Biotech Solutions Center. The event was sponsored by Central Carolina Community College, Sanford Area Growth Alliance, and Capital Area Workforce Development Board.

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Fall Trivia

The Student Learning Division sponsored a trivia contest for faculty and staff on Oct. 30. Five teams competed for bragging rights and prizes by answering questions in four categories: general knowledge, current events, fall season, and CCCC.

The Smartie Pants (Deana St. Peter, Nathan Stevens, Amanda Carter, Crissy Miller, Kelsey Crowley, and Kelly Dorman) won first place.

Second place went to STEAMPunk (Cristy Holmes, Lora Long, Leigh Beam, Kelsey Jobe, Chelsie Carpenter, Jessica Brown, and Anozie Nebolisa).

Career & Academic Amazement (Dane Peterson, Claudia Clayton, Nutan Varma, Anita Green, Kim Stewart, and James Thomas) took home third place as well as the award for the team with the most spirit.

Anna Bruner, a horticulture teacher at Western Harnett High School who moonlights as a trivia master, developed and read the questions. A great time was had by all!

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Transfer Success Panel

CCCC hosted a Transfer Success Panel on Oct. 24 at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic and Conference Center in Sanford. The panel included former and current students, current advisors, and university partners as they discussed the keys to success for students who transfer.

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Psychology Majors Interview Series

We have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Joseph Massola on Nov. 21. His specialty is Occupational Health Psychology, Work Stress, Workplace Health & Fitness. Dr. Massola will give students a broader knowledge of I/O psychology (Business and Organizational Psychology). This session will be of interest to business and occupational health majors who may want to double major in psychology. Industrial Organizational is one of the fastest growing fields in psychology and a career can be very lucrative.

Each month we interview a specialist in psychology for the Psychology Majors Organization and it is open to anyone that would like to attend. Contact Dave Malenick at dmale558@cccc.edu or Tim Barnes at tbarn857@cccc.edu to receive the Zoom link. All organization members can find the link on the Organizational Blackboard.

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Views From Around CCCC

It's a beautiful fall day at Central Carolina Community College!

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CCCC REGULARS

From Institutional Research

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Informative Forms

Personnel Move form: This form will help you move from one place to another in CCCC.

Inventory Move form: Not to be confused with the Personnel Move form above, this is used when moving "stuff." Whether moved, reused, or recycled, this form serves as the starting point.

Project Approval form: This Etrieve form is for projects involving substantial investment in planning, labor, and/or materials. Examples include interior renovations, adding/removing plumbing or electrical infrastructure; permanent wall-mounting of fixtures/equipment; room re-purposing, etc.

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COUGAR PETS

Cougar Pets

Cougar Pets is a local animal rescue group housed on the Lee Main Campus. As part of the Veterinary Medical Technology program, our animals help teach veterinary technician students essential skills that will help future animals. All of the animals are rescued from shelters, and all are adoptable.

Meet Katydid

My name is Katydid. If you are looking for a girl that likes to go-go-go, then look no further! Anytime is playtime with the right partner in crime. If you want to scratch my noggin, then I think I can make time for that as well.

Katydid

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Meet Dorito

My name is Dorito. I am a lovely lady with a sweet demeanor. You can routinely find me walking around sniffing for squirrels! Sometimes I can be a little shy and reserved, but once I warm up to you, I want nothing more than to be pet and loved.

Dorito

See all of the adoptions, or rather Happy Tails of Cougar Pets.

All adoptable dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all vaccines. They have regular dental cleanings, blood work, and physical exams. We pride ourselves on the care that our cats and dogs receive during their stay. Contact www.cougarpets.org for more information on our colony dogs and available cats.

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New Employees and Position Changes

Updates as of Nov. 1

Welcome and Congratulations!

October New Employees

• Ryan Jones - EMS Clinical Coordinator/Instructor
• Trudy Hall - Biotechnology Instructor

October Position Changes

• Amy Gustavson - Title III Navigate Project Activity Director (Student Support)
• Brianna Timmons - Nursing Instructor
• Ginger Harris - Education Programs, Chair
• Misty Davin - Education Programs Instructor

October Departures

• Brian Bridgers - Controller
• Diana Brown - Education Navigator
• Walter Creswell - Masonry Instructor

Office Moves

• Amy Gustavson - LMC, Marchant Hall, 9163

Important Reminder

You can request a copy of your headshot for both internal college use and external purposes. If you need your headshot for presentations, professional profiles, or any other external reasons, simply complete this form to obtain a digital copy.

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Birthdays

Birthday list provided by Human Resources

11/15	Nicole Crissman
11/15	Karmisha Hernandez Luciano
11/16	Jennifer Phillips
11/18	Edwin Thomas
11/21	Kevin Coleman
11/22	Fae Goodman
11/22	Ty Stumpf
11/23	Patricia Anderson
11/23	Patricia DeAnda-Likes
11/24	Donna Holder
11/26	Bianka Stumpf
11/28	Fred Staton Jr.
11/30	Jennifer Melton
11/30	Jonathan Silva
12/2	Jaime McLeod
12/3	Kelly Burton
12/3	Jason Zimmerman
12/5	Martin Haley
12/7	Regina Williams
12/8	Lauren Pickens
12/8	Kaitlyn Schlein
12/8	Zan Thornton
12/12	Gerald Hunter
12/12	Tammy Kirkman
12/14	Ginger Bartholomew
12/16	Danielle Bruner
12/16	Margaret Provost
12/18	Karen Weaver
12/19	Wendy Craig
12/19	Liza Guzman-Ramirez
12/19	Dianne Johnson
12/19	Nick Sullivan
12/20	Chad Parrish
12/20	Brian Simpson
12/22	Crystal Sanders
12/23	Maryann Aucompaugh
12/24	Devon Woodruff
12/28	Katie Hall
12/29	Adam Wade
12/30	Darrell McLaurin
12/30	Kimberly Steward
12/31	Kim Brzozowski

If you prefer not to be listed or if your name does not appear as you'd like, please email Cris Oliver.

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Calendars 2024

Download the 2024 CCCC Pay Dates

Download the 2024 CCCC Holiday Calendar

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News From The CCCC Family

Please keep Jordan Carter, Director TRiO Upward Bound Programs, and her family in your thoughts. Jordan's grandfather passed away on Nov 9. Visit Cox Memorial Funeral Home to learn more about Paul Carter or leave your condolences.

Please keep Keisha Petty, Records Receptionist & Self Service Specialist, and her family in your thoughts. Keisha's grandmother passed away on Oct. 27. Learn more about Fannie Harris or share your condolences at Knotts Funeral Home.

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College Salon Services

The mission of the Barbering and Cosmetic Arts Department at CCCC is to provide quality education and learning experiences for Barbering and Cosmetic Arts students.

For this reason, all services are available to faculty and staff. Services are performed exclusively by students under the supervision of Barbering or Cosmetic Arts instructors.

See all Salon services.

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CCCC-BAY

Things Wanted, For Sale, or For Free!

CCCC-Bay is happy to post any unwanted items in Cougar Bytes. Send along to Marketing and we'll feature in the next publication.

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CONTRIBUTE

Contribute to Cougar Bytes

Send along your Cougar Bytes contributions about our wonderful faculty and staff! We welcome your images, staff and faculty successes, events, and shout-outs in each issue. Submit your contributions to Cris Oliver in Marketing at coliver@cccc.edu.

Deadline for contributions is Dec. 13, Friday, by 5 p.m. for the next issue. Upcoming issues will be published on the following days:

• Dec. 18
• Jan. 24
• Feb. 21

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