SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
8:30am–9:30am Registration & Program Fair: Tarlton Complex
9:30am–9:50am Welcome: Tarlton Arena
10:00am–10:30am First Session/Demonstration*
10:45am–11:15am Second Session/Demonstration*
11:30am–12:00pm Third Session/Demonstration*
12:15pm–12:45pm Fourth Session/Demonstration*
*Customize your Open House experience by attending four of these concurrent information sessions (pg. 5) and program demonstrations (pg. 8-9). All sessions and demos will run in 30-minute blocks. CAMPUS
TABLE FAIR PARTICIPANTS
SESSION TOPICS
Select any of these engaging sessions to learn all about life at CVCC! Find the answers to your questions, meet college leaders, discover how to be an independent student, and receive the opportunity to apply today!
BE CONFIDENT – YOU CAN DO THIS!
The Office of Student Equity & Engagement shares the secrets to a successful college experience. Come meet the great people who want to encourage you from start to finish and discover how to get involved with our active campus clubs.
Presenters: Nisha Wright-Cavanaugh, Ron Carson, Student Panel
RED HAWK RESOURCES
Location: Student Center 408 (Bldg 7)
Did you know CVCC offers assistance beyond the classroom? Begin your academic journey with the tools and support services that will help you take flight in the upcoming academic term and dive deep into resources like professional tutoring, study skills support, the CVCC Library, and more!
Presenters: Staci Wilson, Krysten Buchanan
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Location: CAD 324 (Bldg 8)
The Counselor for Students with Disabilities works with students who have a documented disability and would like to request reasonable accommodations or assistive technology. Come learn about the services we offer to those who need accomodations.
Presenter: Kimberly Settlemyre
HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE
Location: CAD 322 (Bldg 8)
CVCC wants students and their families to be well-equipped with the right information when it comes to paying for college. Join the Financial Aid Office and the CVCC Foundation team to discuss why, when, and how to apply for scholarships or state/federal aid.
Presenters: Carolyn Brandon, Jennifer Jones, Financial Aid Team
Location: CAD 306 (Bldg 8)
CAREER ADVISING
Our Career Advisors are here to help CVCC students determine their next steps after graduation, make informed career decisions, and develop a plan to achieve these goals. Come learn more about the Career Advising and Career Coach services which can help students determine their CVCC program of study and find their career direction.
Presenter: Teresa Ray
FAMILY MATTERS – WHAT’S MY ROLE?
Location: CAD 321 (Bldg 8)
What is a parent’s role now that a child has entered college? Moving on to higher education might cause a mix of joy, anticipation, and anxiety for students and their families. Learn the strategies to support your child as they transition to independent college students.
Presenter: Dr. Felicia Simmons
TAKE THE LEAP – NEXT STEPS
Location: CAD 325 (Bldg 8)
Enrollment Managers assist students with all aspects of the college enrollment process. Meet our Enrollment Management team and discuss how to apply, register, and use your student planning accounts.
Presenters: Enrollment Management Team
APPLY NOW
Location: CAD 320 (Bldg 8)
Are you ready to apply today? Stop by our computer lab where we can provide hands-on assistance with our online application, NC residency, and the FAFSA.
Presenters: Enrollment Management Team
KICKSTART CAMPUS LIFE
Location: CAD 317 (Bldg 8)
What’s college without community? CVCC is full of organizations and extracurriculars that keep students engaged and challenged. Come find out more about Red Hawk Athletics, explore campus clubs, learn how to get involved with SkillsUSA, and more!
Presenters: Nick Schroeder, Ron Carson, Tammy Muller
Location: Student Center Common Area (Bldg 7)
PROGRAM DEMOS
Get up close to the programs you're most interested in! Each building is located on Main Campus, East Campus, or the Public Safety Training Center. Be sure to check out the Campus Map (pg. 10) for shuttle information and take time to grab a bite at the Food Truck Rodeo in the West Wing parking lot!
HEALTH EDUCATION
Visit the stunning CVCC ValleySim Hospital and discover our immersive Health Education programs! Watch live student demonstrations in areas of Respiratory Therapy, Nursing, Radiography, or Surgical Technology. When you’re done at the ValleySim Hospital, walk down the street to the Dental Hygiene facility and catch a glimpse of dental practice in action.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PUBLIC SERVICES EDUCATION
CVCC’s Public Safety Training Center is exploding with energy! Come see our Community Development & Public Services students complete EMS scenarios, fight fires, and display BLET techniques. Plus, view some of our training vehicles and share your questions with our program instructors.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Step into the fantastic Workforce Solutions Complex to tour hybrid learning environments, watch students perform lab demonstrations, and even try your hand at using some high-tech equipment! When you’ve explored all the WSC has to offer, head over to the Paap Building to get creative with our Advertising & Graphic Design and Photographic Technology programs.
GENERAL EDUCATION
Explore the Fine Arts and Sciences at CVCC! Listen to bands and vocalists perform in the new Music Building, watch students paint and create ceramics in the Visual Arts Studio, or visit the unique Black Box Theatre.
MAIN CAMPUS
1. Administration Building
Office of Teaching and Learning; Office of Diversity and Engagement; Office of Financial Services; Human Resources; Business Office
2. West Wing
3. East Wing Challenger Early College High School
4. Red Hall
Office of Red Hawk Communications; Toyota TECs Elite
5. Institutional Advancement
Office of the President; Office of the Executive Vice President; Office of Auxiliary Services; Office of K-64 & Talent Development
6. Engineering Technology
7. Student Center Office of Red Hawk Help; Bookstore; Student Government Offices; Esports; Office of Student Equity & Engagement; Hawk’s Nest
8. Cuyler A. Dunbar Building
Office of the CVCC Foundation, Inc.; Library; Learning Assistance Center; ValleySIM Hospital
9. Music Building
10. Robert E. Paap Building Office of Technology and Innovation
11. Dental Hygiene
12. Student Services Advising, Admissions; Financial Aid; Student Records; Enrollment Management
13. Tarlton Complex Gymnasium; Athletic Locker Rooms; Athletic Offices
14. Workforce Solutions Complex
15. Facilities Maintenance
16. Turfgrass Management
CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT CENTER
17. CDC Building
Business & Economic Development Services; Small Business Center; Office of K-64 & Talent Development
EAST CAMPUS
18. East Campus Building
Office of Institutional Research; Accreditation & Assessment; Continuing Education Center
COSMETOLOGY CENTER
19. Cosmetology Center Salon Services by CVCC Cosmetology Students
IMPORTANT CVCC INFORMATION
CVCC Student Application cvcc.edu/ApplyNow
Admissions
(828) 327-7000 x4216 admissions@cvcc.edu
Financial Aid
(828) 327-7000 x4860 financial_aid@cvcc.edu
IMPORTANT WEBSITES
College Foundation of North Carolina CFNC.org
Free Application for Student Aid StudentAid.gov
Catawba Valley Community College 2550 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602
828-327-7000 cvcc.edu
@catawbavalleycc