Cape Fear Community College President's Report 2019-2020 by Cape Fear Community College

PRESIDENT’S REPORT 2019-2020

MISSION The mission of Cape Fear Community College is to provide high-quality, dynamic, innovative, educational, cultural training, and workforce development opportunities to individuals, businesses, and industries in New Hanover and Pender counties.

VISION Cape Fear Community College: A world-class college serving diverse communities, promoting excellence through innovation in education, and empowering students for life-long success.

GOALS 1. Provide exceptional professional, technical, pre-baccalaureate, and life-long education. 2. Enhance the regional economy by providing training and educational programs that support a skilled workforce and are responsive to the needs of local employers. 3. Promote the region’s technological, cultural, and artistic development, and civic involvement. 4. Support learning environments that celebrate and value diversity, inclusiveness, and respect, and encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all students, faculty, and staff. 5. Provide safe, well-maintained facilities and campuses that leverage industry-standard technologies to promote student learning and engagement. 6. Support and promote the holistic development of all learners’ personal abilities and well-being. Cape Fear Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees.

CONTENTS From the President........................................................................... 4 Board of Trustees.............................................................................. 5 CFCC Employees.............................................................................. 6 Financials............................................................................................. 8 Ranking and Enrollment Stats........................................................ 9 Burgaw Offers New Hope..............................................................12 COVID-19 Adapt and Excel............................................................14 Reshaping Instruction - Staff Kudos........................................14 Kudos to CFCC Students...........................................................16 Health Sciences............................................................................ 17 In the Community.........................................................................18 CFCC Commencement..................................................................20 Wilmington Tree Initiative..............................................................22 Veterans Day Ceremony ..............................................................23 CFCC Recognitions.........................................................................24 COVID-19 Timeline..........................................................................28 Economic and Workforce Development (EWD).......................30 Customized Training.......................................................................32 Corporate Training and Workforce Development..................32 CFCC Small Business Center.......................................................33 NC Military Business Center........................................................33 EWD Public Safety..........................................................................36 EWD Apprenticeships....................................................................38 EWD Enrollment...............................................................................39 Truck Driver Training......................................................................40 Campus Improvements - K Building............................................41 CFCC Happenings..........................................................................42 Arts and Humanities.......................................................................44 CFCC Food Pantry..........................................................................45 SEA-Tech Public Safety Program................................................45 Wilson Center Students at Work.................................................46 Athletic Recap.................................................................................. 47 Alumni Spotlight..............................................................................48 New Program - Health and Fitness Science........................... 50 Health Sciences................................................................................51 Early College Advantage..............................................................53 Thank You Donors..........................................................................54 CFCC Foundation............................................................................56 Campus Locations..........................................................................66 Statement of Nondiscrimination..................................................67

FROM THE PRESIDENT While it’s easy to recount the many ways this past year has been challenging for us all, I am filled with pride when I recall all we’ve accomplished at Cape Fear Community College. We have tackled every obstacle with tremendous resolve, and despite all the hardships, we have thrived. Our faculty and staff have always been creative and resourceful, but this year, they have worked even harder, spending more time to reinvent their day-to-day work. Each of them put in countless hours to help our students succeed. Many lesson plans had to be completely reimagined and implemented. It has not been easy, but they have persevered, and they are just as committed to student success today as they were a year ago. I am proud of what they have been able to accomplish, and I am confident in our ability to move forward with grace and hard-won experience. For some of our students, this environment has been particularly challenging. Although online classes have been a large part of our offerings for years, many students prefer face-to-face instruction and enjoy the hands-on aspects of their chosen programs. To emulate those experiences virtually has been challenging for both students and faculty. Nevertheless, students and instructors have made it work. I hope that soon, we will be able to return to delivery methods that are chosen instead of necessitated. We have learned a great deal from this experience. We are now more familiar with tools that can help students interact with us more efficiently—from their device, wherever they are at the moment. We now have software and equipment that instructors can employ to make their lectures more visually engaging. We have learned how to effectively relay ideas to students sitting in the classroom or at home at their computer. We will be stronger going forward because of our ingenuity over the past year. We remain committed to exceptional training and teaching. New ideas and adaptations have allowed us to continue preparing students for their next step—whether they will begin rewarding careers right away or move on to continue their studies at a university. Amid the pandemic, we’ve served thousands of students and watched them confidently begin the next chapter of their lives despite the uncertain climate. What is certain, however, is that these students—who have leaned into adversity and persevered—are ready for what’s next. Our success this past year, and in the years to come, is due to the continuous support of the communities we serve. Your input steers the direction of our programming and helps us to make sure the hard work we do at CFCC positively impacts our students during their time here, and after graduation. It is incredibly rewarding to know our programs allow students to be successful beyond our walls. We remain dedicated to the advancement of the communities we serve and will continue to align our goals to meet the needs of the Cape Fear region. All the best,

Jim Morton, CFCC President 4

CFCC BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2019-2020

Ms. Ann M. David Chair

Ms. Patricia O. Kusek Vice Chair

Mr. Jonathan Barfield, Jr.

Mr. Louis A. Burney, Jr.

Mr. Bill Cherry

Mr. Robby Collins

Mr. A.D. (Zander) Guy

Mr. Jimmy R. Hopkins

Mr. John Melia

Mr. E. Bruce Moskowitz

Ms. Mary Lyons Rouse

Ms. Paula Sewell

Mr. Bruce Shell

Mr. Hector Michua-Romero SGA President

CFCC EMPLOYEES 2019-2020

283 Full-Time Faculty 319 Full-Time Staff 326 Part-Time Faculty 225 Part-Time Staff *Actual number of CFCC employees as of October 2020 Source: Colleague Database

Board Chair Ann David (left) joins CFCC employees at our 2019 holiday celebration

FINANCIALS 2019-2020

REVENUES 2019-2020 Student Tuition and Fees

$10,086,285

State Government

EXPENSES 2019-2020 Salaries and Benefits

$50,775,566

$36,429,402

Supplies and Services

$19,967,280

Local Government

$11,605,804

Student Services

$9,181,800

Federal Government

$16,595,505

Other Expenses

$8,376,147

Grants & Gifts

$1,001,573

Other Sources

$7,753,986

Total:

$88,300,793

Capital Funding

$1,090,287

Total:

$84,562,842

Parking and Security Fees

Source: CFCC Business Office

CURRICULUM TUITION AND FEES 2019-2020

For in-state and out-of-state students 1 - 6 credit hours

$40

7 - 16 or more credit hours

$75

Technology Fees For in-state and out-of-state students $3 per credit hour

NC residents (in-state) Student Tuition Maximum $1,216 for 16 or more credit hours

$76 per credit hour

Non-NC residents (out-of-state) Maximum $4,288 for 16 or more credit hours

$268 per credit hour

Student Activity Fees Same for both in-state and out-of-state students

$35 for 1 - 16 or more credit hours

$48 for 16 or more credit hours Source: cfcc.edu/admissions/fees

2019-2020

RANKINGS: CFCC SCORES

#1 #1 #1 #1 #5 #6

Best Community College in NC: Niche 2019 Nursing Program in NC: NursingProcess.org 2020 LPN Program in NC: PracticalNursing.org 2020 Associate Degree Nursing Program in NC: RegisteredNursing.org Top Values in the State: BestValueSchools.org Largest Community Colleges in NC: CommunityCollegeReview.com Military Friendly School • Military Spouse Friendly School MilitaryFriendly.com 2019-2020

CFCC

STUDENT

PROFILE

of Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) students are from New Hanover and Pender

Pender

New Hanover

counties

CURRICULUM PROGRAM

ECONOMIC AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

58% Female 42% Male

38% Female 62% Male AGE BREAKDOWN

70.1%

of curriculum students are from New Hanover and Pender counties

AGE BREAKDOWN

2019 | 2020

70.4%

AGE

<18

18.6%

18-24

55.0%

25-44

22.4%

45-64

3.6%

65+

0.3%

AGE

<18

2.6%

18-24

15.5%

25-44

22.4%

45-64

30.1%

65+

4.7% Source: Colleague Database

SEA DEVIL STUDENTS 2019 | 2020 BREAKDOWN STUDENT ENROLLMENT 22,652 Total unduplicated students Unduplicated students

11,124 in curriculum courses

Unduplicated students in

9,609 EWD courses

CURRICULUM STUDENT BODY 64% University Transfer 33% Career and Technical 19% HS Dual Enrolled and Early College 13% AGE and Pre-Health Sciences 7% Health Sciences 2% Special Credit/Lifelong Learning

2019-2020 ONLINE & DISTANCE LEARNING

1,005 Online sections 271 Students took at least one online course

565 Hybrid or blended

242 Students took at least

sections

one hybrid or blended course

Internet Sections: All courses are 100% online Hybrid Sections: 50% or more of the content is online, the remainder is seated Blended Sections: Courses are part online and part seated. Less than 50% of the course is online 10

* Unduplicated Source: Colleague Database 2019

SEA DEVIL STUDENTS

CFCC STUDENT ACTIVITIES CFCC Honors Program | CFCC Student Ambassadors Men’s Basketball and Soccer | Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer Nixon Leader’s Center | Phi Theta Kappa (ΦΘΚ) Alpha Chi Sigma (ΑΧΣ) Chapter | Student Veterans Association Portals Literary and Arts Magazine | Student Government Association (SGA) Cheerleading | Many Student Clubs

2019-2020 CURRICULUM COMPLETIONS 1,494

Total Associate Degrees Awarded

412 Associate of Applied Science Degrees (AAS) 237 Associate of General Education Degrees (AGE) 845 University Transfer Degrees (AA, AS, AE, AFA)

198 Diplomas Awarded 594

Certificates Awarded 11

BURGAW OFFERS NEW HOPE Shared with permission. StarNews Article - 11/20/20

NEW BURGAW TRADES PROGRAMS OFFER HOPE FOR THOSE LAID OFF DUE TO COVID-19 Emma Dill, Wilmington StarNews, November 20, 2020

Cape Fear Community College has expanded course offerings in Burgaw—a move that will train residents laid off during COVID-19 for new jobs and will accommodate recent industrial growth in Pender County. Three nights a week, 11 students in Tim Merritt’s HVAC class meet to learn how to install, wire, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units. During a recent class, student Dean Cutright, of Rocky Point, studied an electrical switchboard covered with a mess of red wires. The switchboard is a replica of the wiring inside of an HVAC unit, although the actual HVAC wiring isn’t quite as complicated. Dean Cutright working in the HVAC class. Ken Blevins, StarNews

Cutright enrolled in the HVAC class because he’s looking for a hands-on career.

“I’ve always been a hands-on, mechanical, electronic kind of guy,” he said. He also really needs a job. Cutright has been looking for work since he was laid off in February from his job as a laborer. An HVAC career will bring stability because it’s something that will always be in demand, he said. Cutright is not alone. Several of Merritt’s HVAC students have lost their jobs due to COVID-19-related layoffs. One of them is student Justin Lea, of Rose Hill, who was laid off from his manufacturing job earlier this year. He received unemployment for four-and-a-half months and decided he needed a more stable career to support himself and his son. Nearly a month ago, he landed a job installing and repairing gas lines at Merritt’s Burgaw-based heating and air conditioning company. Lea said he’s glad to finally have a job and, so far, he likes it. “Every day is different,” Lea said. “It gets a little dirty, but it’s fun.” The new courses are held in two buildings that were previously owned by Mojotone, a Burgaw-based company that makes amplifiers, speakers, and other accessories for musical instruments. CFCC purchased the buildings last year. The HVAC class was one of the first to be held in the new building this spring. “The college is still working on converting one of the buildings into classrooms, but the other is up and running,” said John Downing, CFCC’s Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development.

Every day is different. It gets a little dirty, but it’s fun.

CFCC HVAC Student Justin Lea

Glenn Mann works on his welding technique during the MIG Welding class in Burgaw. Matt Born, StarNews

Alex Mitchell works in Diesel Mechanics class. Ken Blevins, StarNews

“CFCC chose to expand its presence in Pender County because of the growth the area has seen,” Downing said.

Many of his students are already employed and are looking to improve their mechanics skills. That includes several students who are employed by Pender Fire and EMS.

“New Hanover County simply doesn’t have the space that they once had,” he said. “We’re seeing a tremendous amount of growth in the Burgaw area as manufacturing plants are relocating there.” In addition to starting a new HVAC class, the expansion in Burgaw has allowed CFCC to begin offering a diesel mechanics class and to double the number of students who can enroll in the welding class. In a recent diesel mechanics class, students repaired the engine of a truck CFCC uses in its Electrical Lineworker training program. Other students had brought in a tractor and an irrigation machine they wanted to learn how to repair. “The full diesel mechanics program requires students to complete six 120-hour courses,” said Les Crawford, the class’s instructor. “It’s strictly hands on, so the students get their hours quickly,” he added.

In addition to reaching people who are unemployed or underemployed, Downing said he hopes the programs will appeal to Pender County high school graduates who aren’t planning on pursuing a four-year degree. Last year, there were approximately 390 graduates who fell into that category according to records from the school system, Downing said. Downing sees the new programs in Burgaw as a way to train quality candidates for jobs that are in-demand and offer high wages. HVAC instructor Tim Merritt, who owns Tim’s Heating & Air Conditioning, has hired several of his current HVAC students and said those who complete the coursework are far ahead of others who apply without much experience. “These students will be so much more advanced,” he said.

Read the StarNews article at bit.ly/starnews-cfcc-burgaw Learn more about Burgaw programs at cfcc.edu/ewd/burgaw-programs 13

ADAPT & EXCEL COVID-19 COVID-19 has changed the way we do things at Cape Fear Community College—from how we interact with our students to the tools we use. Our faculty implemented new instructional methods to provide our students with an exemplary learning experience—despite the pandemic. The staff has adjusted to assisting students virtually, as well as in-person. Campus-wide, we are employing new technologies that are helping us connect with our students. “As we continue to move through this pandemic, I am encouraged and inspired by CFCC’s faculty and staff. Working together, we will continue to provide instruction that is vital to the lives of our students and to the economic recovery of our region.” —CFCC President Jim Morton

RESHAPING INSTRUCTION KUDOS TO CFCC STAFF MIKE SMITH, Program Director, Plumbing As soon as we were able to get students out in the field, Mike Smith did not hesitate. Smith and his students do a lot of work with WARM, Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry. Not only are our students receiving a great training opportunity, but CFCC is helping less fortunate individuals with their plumbing issues. Students learn and assist people in need—it’s a win-win.

JONATHAN BEGUE, Program Director, Construction Management Technology We hold live, virtual classes and record videos of our lessons. Our online quizzes and exams provide instant feedback and results for the students. We partnered with a virtual reality company to develop a 3D “game” that allows students to walk through a virtual building and complete construction inspections. We also partnered with a technology company out of California to provide a 3D drafting training platform. It’s incredible that we can now offer high-quality online training in many of our courses through the effective use of technology.

JOY SCHULTZ, Program Director, Interpreter Education Students can now use Zoom recordings as notes to review/study. We’ve found that this new tool helps students more easily retain what they have just learned. They can use our video recordings as study guides and refer to them as often as needed.

ABBY PERRY, Art Instructor Abby’s virtual art shows have been a big hit and a lot to coordinate. She was able to put together the virtual student show soon after the pandemic started. Then in the fall, she put together the faculty show. She researched online exhibition options and found really effective ways to bring art to the community and our students despite the inability to gather socially. Check out the shows at wilmadanielsgallery.com/category/online-gallery.

COVID-19 ADAPT & EXCEL JESSICA GAFFNEY, Program Chair, Arts and Humanities - Theater

Jessica Gaffney and her team coordinated with the Wilson Center and WHQR on the fall production of Animal Farm (read more about Animal Farm on page 42). Because the actors’ movement was limited, they remained stationary and the scenes of the show were visualized using puppets that were built and designed by DRAMA 170 and 171 students. Way to innovate!

GEORGE ADAMS, Spanish Instructor George has spent countless hours creating lecture videos and exploring interactive software and applications to keep his students engaged. In fact, his course is currently being considered as a model by Quality Matters–a nationally recognized, faculty-driven, peer-review certification process which ensures the quality of online and blended course design.

BEN BILLINGSLEY, Art Instructor Ben has been really busy this semester creating comprehensive videos for his studio and lecture classes. He’s another faculty member who has put in countless hours of work to make sure his students have the most dynamic and engaging experience in classes that normally would not meet online, or even have an online component.

ADAM WHITE, Music Instructor Adam’s passion and energy are infectious. He has pioneered some interesting approaches to teaching applied trumpet and brass lessons. He has utilized outdoor spaces to ensure student safety and has coordinated outdoor performances. He has also employed social media to reach students in and around our service area.

ROBIN HARDIN, English Instructor Robin is teaching multiple hybrid courses at Surf City and is available for extra tutoring in any writing class to ensure students from that area have seated class options.

DONNA UGUCCIONI & ANGIE SHIPP-PENNOCK, Biology Instructors

Prior to COVID-19, Donna and Angie had the foresight to develop two courses fully online: General Biology and Anatomy and Physiology. They used updated technology to make these courses as close to hands-on as possible.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT MARVIN ASHLEY

Marvin (pictured on the video conference with CFCC Barber School Program Director Deginald King) was the first in the state of North Carolina to graduate barber school online due to COVID-19! Marvin only had a few hours left to go at Cape Fear Community College Barber School before classes moved online, but he finished despite the pandemic. 15

ADAPT & EXCEL COVID-19 DETERMINATION + GRIT KUDOS TO CFCC STUDENTS HOPE BROWN, Interior Design Student

Hope has excelled this year! She took the initiative to learn, and basically master Chief Architect, a computer design program. She used it in conjunction with CFCC programs to produce stellar work for us as well as procure a design job with a local firm where she creates computer presentations.

LISA CARTER, Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Lisa has demonstrated consistent professionalism and commitment throughout the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program. Her dedication to the program has never wavered despite the many hardships 2020 presented. Lisa always has a positive attitude and willingness to learn. She has excellent interpersonal skills and therapeutic use of self that will be a positive asset as she enters a career in occupational therapy.

RUTH LEWIS, Early Childhood Education Student

Ruth has maintained a GPA of over 3.0 while also working part-time in the CFCC Bonnie Sanders Burney Child Development Center. Ruth will complete the Early Childhood Education B-K Licensure degree and plans to transfer to UNCW.

JON SIMEON, University Transfer Student

Jon is a person who gives of himself to others readily, and he does so without expectation of reward. As a member of the college’s student subcommittee for our recently founded campus food pantry, he volunteered to stock and sort in preparation for our Thanksgiving drive. He seems readily aware of the world around him and the ways in which his talents might apply in given circumstances. Within the past year, he has assisted with many projects related to COVID-19 in our community. Through everything he has endeavored to achieve in the midst of COVID-19, he has maintained a high GPA and a continued commitment to others. He also, remarkably, remains humble and ever-committed to bettering himself and the world.

COVID-19 ADAPT & EXCEL GOING THE DISTANCE CFCC HEALTH SCIENCES

CONSISTENTLY RANKED #1 Amidst the challenges, we have maintained the #1 Practical Nursing and #1 Nursing programs in the state and our programs have continued to maintain 100% pass rates on licensure and certification exams.

Like other faculty across campus, our health sciences team quickly adapted to online instruction. CFCC’s health science programs involve lots of hands-on labs and assessments. Faculty stepped up and went above and beyond to learn new technology and rebuild their courses. They have continued the synchronous online format with on-campus labs to meet the rigors and expectations of their programs. Clinical sites were closed for over three months, so program directors and faculty researched online simulation and online lab technology that could be implemented to simulate clinical and lab experiences to replace lost off-campus clinical time and patient experiences.

Thank You...

Faculty really worked hard to make this happen and have been great role models of professionalism for their students.

ADAPT & EXCEL COVID-19 COVID-19 TESTING AT CFCC STUDENT LOT #2

Drive-through testing at CFCC May 6-8, 2020

New Hanover County staged drive-in testing in the lot behind the Wilson Center.

CFCC DONATES PPE SUPPLIES

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Our campus community collected PPE supplies for our heroes at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. CFCC donated: • Gloves • Masks • N95 respirators • Bottles of medical-grade disinfectant spray • Tubs of medical-grade disinfectant wipes • Isolation gowns The college also donated a supply of masks to Coastal Horizons Center to assist with their protection efforts.

COVID-19 ADAPT & EXCEL CFCC HOSTS NHCHS GRADUATION CEREMONIES June 15-19, 2020

CFCC was honored to host New Hanover County high school graduation ceremonies June 15-19 at our North Campus in Castle Hayne. These drive-in ceremonies were scheduled throughout the week, with graduates receiving their honors on stage at the truck driver training pad.

CFCC LANDSCAPE GARDENING STUDENTS INSTALL POLLINATOR GARDEN AT MAIDES PARK In a bi-annual tradition, CFCC’s landscape gardening students installed plants at Maides Park for the park seniors’ group and after school program. This ongoing project benefits our community and gives our students hands-on experience planning and planting gardens. Last fall’s pollinator garden gave children in the after school program the opportunity to see and learn about various local pollinators. The garden’s design came about through a capstone course project where CFCC students were tasked with designing a garden, maintenance plan, and educational material—from which the students can learn about the garden, and the pollinators it attracts. “We’re happy to do this for the community,” said CFCC Landscape Gardening and Horticulture Science Program Director Ken Wells. “Not only does it give our students practical experience in garden planting and design implementation, but it educates and adds a particular vibrancy to our community.” Learn more about this program: cfcc.edu/landscape-gardening 19

COMMENCEMENT 2020

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COMMENCEMENT 2020 AN INSPIRING DAY On Friday, August 7, CFCC hosted a drive-in commencement ceremony for Fall 2019, Spring 2020, and Summer 2020 graduates at the North Campus in Castle Hayne. Out of respect for the safety of our graduates and their families, and a desire to celebrate these resilient graduates, we opted to host a drive-in ceremony where graduates had the opportunity to cross the stage to receive their credentials while their guests watched and cheered them on and honked from their vehicles. We are so happy to have celebrated our graduates in this special way. We believe this social media comment below from an attendee describes the sentiment of the day: “Congratulations to the Class of 2020 for your GRIT!!! Amazing accomplishment despite numerous hurdles! You are all so inspiring! BRAVO & WELL DONE to Cape Fear Community College for being a Class Act today with an incredible Graduation Ceremony!! When so many things have been canceled, you saw the possibility and opportunity to create something unique! Thank you for your humble and dedicated service to your students and community. We are proud to forever be a Cape Fear Sea Devil Family!”

Congratulations! CF CC Career Service s is excited to see you achieve YOUR grad uation goal. Remember, yo u’re always a Sea De vil... and we’re here for you when you need us! Wishing you all the best! Cindy Haeck

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CFCC is honored to partner with the City of Wilmington for the Wilmington Tree Initiative. Our goal is to increase the tree canopy in the Wilmington area. This past year, we invested in our own landscaping crew to help maintain our beautiful campuses and the areas that surround them.

In 2020, we started our own in-house seedling program, using native seedlings.

PLANTED 160 SEEDLINGS 100 Bald Cypress + 60 other bee-friendly hardwoods

Planting these trees helps with wetland remediation and also adds beauty to our campuses. In 2021, we will begin planting:

350

Native pine seedlings - both Loblolly and Long Leaf varieties

120

Oak and Hickory seedlings

By adding native trees to our campuses, we’re not only creating an even more beautiful and welcoming environment for our students, but also investing in our community for years to come. We’re also creating awareness of the importance of the natural world in our daily lives and promoting environmental stewardship in the Cape Fear region. — CFCC President Jim Morton

CFCC President Jim Morton with UNCW Chancellor Jose Sartarelli

TYPES OF TREES

Black Gum 22

Water Tupelo

Red Maple

Silky Dogwood

Bald Cyprus

More information on the Wilmington Tree Initiative can be found at wilmingtonnc.gov/urbanforest

CFCC HONORS OUR VETERANS VETERANS DAY 2020 Because we could not celebrate in person in 2020, we reimagined our Veterans Day ceremony by sharing a virtual event to honor our Veterans.

Assisting in the ceremony: Jason Bocchino, CFCC Veterans Affairs Coordinator Jim Morton, CFCC President Guest Speaker Brigadier General James Carper, US Army, Ret., President, Southeastern NC MOAA New Hanover Co. Sheriff’s Dept. Color Guard Seth Eure, SVO President Student Veterans: Taylor Holden, Rolf Legner, Amber Taylor CFCC Student: Ava Johnson

View the ceremony at: cfcc.edu/veterans-day-ceremony

Student Air Force Reservist Taylor Holden

Brigadier General James Carper

Left to right: Rolf Legner, Amber Taylor, Seth Eure, Jason Bocchino, BGen James Carper, Rachel Cavenaugh

Honor/Memorial Flags for Veterans

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT TAYLOR HOLDEN

Hey guys! My name is Taylor Holden. I’m a student at Cape Fear Community College. I’m a student ambassador, a work study student, and I’m also in the Air Force Reserve. I chose to go to Cape Fear because it’s local, it was less of a financial burden, and I also plan to be a dermatologist, so it’s helping save money for med school.

AND THE AWARD GOES TO... MARILYN GOODMAN ANDERSON EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARD WINNER: HOLLY WALTERS

Holly Walters brings life and relatability to her biology lectures. Here’s what her students had to say: “This instructor has a way of teaching that feels almost like a narrative. She does not speak about the subject matter in abstract terms, she makes the subject relatable and real and speaks about anatomy and physiology in a way that is compelling.” “She teaches a hard subject that many pre-health field students see as being a major hurdle, but she makes the class fun. She kindly and thoughtfully answers all questions and learns EVERY STUDENT’S name in the first week.”

Congrats...

CFCC Human Resources Conference Room Gets a Special Recognition We are so grateful to John Upton for many years of outstanding service here at CFCC. His hard work and efforts in establishing a conference room for our Human Resources Department paid off and we were happy to name the room in his honor!

AND THE AWARD GOES TO... CONGRATULATIONS: 2020 PRESIDENT’S AWARD WINNERS Craig Metty and Maria Rodriguez

CRAIG METTY “Craig is always so courteous and kind and a pure JOY to be around. He does great work for the college and is receptive to everyone’s needs.” “Craig speaks to everyone on a level that makes them feel that he genuinely cares not only about the workday, but about them as an individual. His level of professionalism and customer service is remarkable.”

MARIA RODRIGUEZ “Maria has a particular zeal for her profession that not only positively impacts students, colleagues, and the college as a whole, but also our community. She expanded CFCC’s reach into the community by building a relationship with New Hanover Regional Medical Center for work-based learning for her program.” “In addition to all her hard work at the college, Maria volunteers in the community, involving CFCC students.”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT HANNAH COTTON

Hi! I’m Hannah and I’m a part of the Sea-Path program at CFCC. The Sea-Path program allows me to be dually enrolled at CFCC and UNCW (and receive scholarship funding for the courses I take at UNCW). It’s good to switch up the course content I’m taking at CFCC because they’re mostly required courses. I wanted to be able to take a class that relates to my major: elementary education. This semester I’m taking a course about educational psychology. It’s fun to be able to get my “feet wet” in my future career path while knocking out my general education requirements at CFCC!

Aimee Helmus Al Meadowcroft Amy Rutherford Bee Evans Beth Tucker Brittany Watson Caroline Hudson Catherine Riggs Christy Grantham Gerri Hunter Gwendolyn York Jaime Chadwick Jim Morton Jen Young Jess Snoberger Joe Healy Joy Schultz Kathy Segda Mike Epting Nelson Beaulieu Robert Burton Scott Ellis Sharree Verreen Shelly Anthony Sonya Whitfield Tkeda Fraser Tracy Thompson

10 YEARS

5 YEARS

Thank You Andrew Sumerel Angela Hansen Angie Shipp-Pennock Benjamin Shaw Brandon Guthrie Caroline Greenough Christine Oakley Craig Metty Danielle Lanigan Jeannie Jordan Jennifer Mace Jessica Gaffney John Wojciechowski Ken Seino Kristen Gerth Larry Tingen Les Crawford Lesley Richardson Mandy Murfee Melissa Peterson Natasha Eachus Rachel Satzman Rob Schilling Robert Carter Shannon Gunter Susan Venters Tina Swanno Tina Ward Woody Crocker Zach Brazel

Barry Markillie Bradley Anderson Brian Weeks Bridget Floyd Catherine Lee David Masroua Dom Friant Jacqui Jenkins Degan Julie Harris Laura Currie Lori DeBruhl Lee Simmons Rebecca Berger

25 YEARS

20 YEARS

15 YEARS

CFCC EMPLOYEES FOR YOUR MANY YEARS OF SERVICE! Ben Caudell Gary Hurley Jason McCoy Joan Bloom Keith Wilson Laurel Pettys Lynn Criswell Melissa Moon Melissa Watson Michelle Lee Queen Irvin Rachel Cavenaugh Robby McGee Robin Metty Sonya Beacham Susan Mock

Jill Lahnstein

Your dedication and commitment to the college plays an integral role in our students’ success! 27

COVID-19 TIMELINE

JANUARY

Public Health Emergency of International Concern declared – (WHO)

4/4 CDC recommends covering your face in public 4/23

Stay at home order extended through May 8 Governor issues 3-phase plan to reopen NC

3/14 Governor Roy Cooper closes NC schools

12/31/19

An unnamed pneumonia breaks out in China

State of Emergency declared in New Hanover County 3/23 297 people test positive in NC 3/25 Senate signs $2.2 trillion economic stimulus package 3/26 CFCC donates approximately $4,400 in PPE supplies to NHRMC 3/27 Congress signs $2.2 trillion economic stimulus package First Barbering School student Marvin Ashley, graduates online 3/30 NC Stay at Home order per Governor Cooper

MAY

3/20

NC 54,453 cases New Hanover 563 cases 6/25 Wilson Center launches Drive-In Concert Series featuring local Wilmington musicians

5/10 Wilson Center, in partnership with the Arts Council of Wilmington, New Hanover County and WHQR, concludes 7-week virtual Ghostlight Series that raised funds for over 40 out-of-work local artists

3/18 New Hanover County’s first case

MARCH

DECEMBER 2019

2020

1/30

6/24 US 2,390,000 cases

JUNE

APRIL

4/3 New Hanover 39 cases

5/20 NC 20,122 total cases New Hanover 137 total cases Governor announces Phase 2–churches, hair and nail salons can reopen City dictates a 25% capacity for restaurants–Social distancing must be maintained 5/29 CFCC begins soft opening June 1 with a full staff opening by June 15 Some CTE classes (Boat Building, Marine Tech, Welding) begin on-campus classes on June 15

8/21 CFCC classes start online with some face-to-face classes meeting • Fall Enrollment up 1.39%

New Hanover 4,894 cases

9/29

SEPTEMBER

Governor Cooper issues a plan for students returning to public schools

New Hanover 7,261 cases

Governor Cooper announces Phase 2.5, 25 people indoor and 50 people outdoor max US 7.16 million cases NC 208,000 cases New Hanover 4,316 cases

NOVEMBER

New Hanover 1,325 cases

12/22 US 14.2 million cases NC 378,000 cases

NC 246,000 cases

9/10 CFCC named one of top 5 community colleges by bestvalueschools.org

7/8 NC 77,310 cases

7/14

10/19 US 8.19 million cases

DECEMBER

OCTOBER

AUGUST JULY

8/7 Drive-in Commencement at North Campus. More than 200 graduates participate

10/13 Wilma W. Daniels Gallery launches a virtual exhibit of 2020 Faculty Art Show

12/15 Wilson Center launches first virtual ticketed performance with Wilmington Ballet Company’s “The Great Wilmington Nutcracker”

11/9 Two pharmaceutical companies announce vaccine success at 90% 11/13 Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents outdoor, socially-distant production of “Animal Farm” to a limited audience 11/17

Governor Cooper announces NC still in Phase 3, decreases maximum amount of people to 10 indoors and 25 outdoors US 11.3 million cases NC 315,000 cases New Hanover 6,180 cases

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CORPORATE TRAINING & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED CAREER READINESS & JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE

INSTRUCTOR

JOB SKILLS TRAINING

CONSTRUCTION HEALTHCARE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTERS PUBLIC SAFETY TRANSPORTATION SERVICE SECTOR

STUDENT

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Career Readiness • Finish high school diploma or GED • English as a Second Language (ESL) • Resume, interview, job search assistance Construction Certifications & Credentials • AutoCAD • Fire Alarms Technician Apprenticeship • Electrician Apprenticeship • Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) • Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship • Electrical Lineworker Pre-Apprenticeship • HVAC including EPA and J1&2 Certifications • Forklift • Welding Healthcare Certifications & Credentials • Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor • Certified Healthcare Access Associate • Certified Medical Coding • Chiropractic Office Manager • Certified Nurse Aide I & II • Phlebotomy

Public Safety • EMT • Firefighter and First Responder Academy • Paramedic • 911 Telecommunicator • Law Enforcement • Corrections and Detention Transportation • Diesel Mechanics • Truck Driver Training for CDL • Permit Exam Prep for CDL • Private Pilot • Marine Captain’s License Service Sector • Barbering • Nail Tech • Dog Grooming • ServSafe

Information Technology & Computers Certifications & Credentials • Wireless Networking • Software Development • MS Office Specialist

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Growing a highly skilled workforce • Electrical • Electrical Lineworker • Fire Alarm Systems Technician • Plumbing & Pipefitting cfcc.edu/apprenticeships

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CUSTOMIZED TRAINING SUPPORTING REGIONAL INDUSTRIES

CFCC designs training plans unique to each company’s manufacturing processes and products.

For Fiscal Years 2017-2020 CFCC trained 1,991 area residents for a total of 1,801 instructional hours. We support new and expanding industries in New Hanover and Pender counties, and consistently earn high client satisfaction ratings. CFCC has successfully trained employees for new companies hiring more than 200 new employees, such as CastleBranch and Corning, Inc.

CURRENT INDUSTRY PARTNERS INCLUDE Acme Smoked Fish Company • Alcami • C2C Plastics Cardinal MetalWorks • CastleBranch • Corning, Inc. • Fenner Drives Mojotone • National Gypsum • Sturdy Corporation

CORPORATE TRAINING & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Empowering and educating our local workforce with training programs tailored for local businesses.

2019 REACH 667

STUDENTS

CLASSES

1,375

HOURS TRAINED

Client kudos... “CFCC’s instructors really empower and engage our employees. This partnership with the college allows us to train our employees locally. We have been happy with the service and will continue with future training!” —Renee H. Maiorano, Retired, Compensation Manager, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

“We were pleased with the quality of instructors and content of training. As training needs present, we will continue to partner with the Workforce Development and Corporate Team at CFCC.” —Sarah Archibald, HR Director, NC Ports Authority

CFCC SMALL BUSINESS CENTER

RANKED 4 #

IN NORTH CAROLINA

CREATING & RETAINING LOCAL JOBS CFCC SBC Goal: Increase the number and the success rate of viable small businesses in New Hanover and Pender counties by providing high-quality, readily accessible, no-cost assistance to prospective and existing small business owners.

SBC SERVICES Seminars & Workshops: FREE or low-cost options with topics that range from Starting Your Own Business and Writing a Business Plan, to Advertising and Marketing Your Business, just to name a few. Counseling: FREE and confidential counseling services to help you with licensing issues, business plans and more.

CLIENTS COUNSELED

181

SMALL BUSINESS EVENTS

BUSINESSES STARTED

2,957 1,001

COMMUNITY IMPACT RESULTS 2017-2019

450

HOURS OF COUNSELING

255

Information & Referral Center: Our Small Business Center’s Resource Center provides FREE print and digital resources to help area businesses and entrepreneurs.

JOBS CREATED

EVENT ATTENDEES

NOW AT CFCC: NC MILITARY BUSINESS CENTER CFCC’S DONNA WARREN HELPS LOCAL BUSINESSES NAVIGATE THE WORLD OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS As one of 15 centers in North Carolina, CFCC’s Military Business Center offers business development services to businesses in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties. Director Donna Warren brings 36 years of experience to CFCC and provides one-on-one assistance to help businesses compete for, win, and grow jobs through federal contracts. The NCMBC is a business development organization and a collaboration between North Caroina businesses and the North Carolina Community College System. Learn more at cfcc.edu/military-business-center 33

SMALL BUSINESS CENTER WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS! Now, more than ever, CFCC’s Small Business Center is a vital resource for local small businesses. With the COVID-19 pandemic, our focus has been to help businesses survive and thrive through our no-cost webinars and free one-on-one confidential business counseling services. To further assist, we maintain a list of COVID-19-related resources for area small businesses. “During normal circumstances, CFCC’s Small Business Center is a community-based provider of education and training, counseling, referral, and information for prospective and existing small business owners. During these unprecedented times, we are focused on helping our community’s small businesses survive the COVID-19 pandemic.” — Jerry Coleman, CFCC Small Business Center Director

Jerry Coleman, SBC Director

The following free services are provided to CFCC students and the general public: • Classes and seminars targeted to prospective and small business owners • Confidential one-on-one business and technology counseling • Resource Center & Library

2020 INITIATIVE

REBOOT RECOVER REBUILD

Reboot, Recover, Rebuild (R3), made possible by North Carolina’s General Assembly H1043, provided grants to North Carolina small business centers, allowing us to assist small businesses with free in-depth counseling, coaching, information, and resources in over 40 different subject areas. The CFCC Small Business Center partnered with local subject matter experts to assist businesses in New Hanover and Pender counties with the following: • General business guidance • Assessing the economic impact of the pandemic • Strategies for scaling business operations • Break-even and cash flow analysis • Marketing plans • Review of financial obligations • Communications with creditors • Loan package preparation • Business resilience strategies • Referrals to relevant sources of assistance

THANKS TO R3 CFCC’s Small Business Center was able to give over $187,000 in grants to 93 small businesses! 34

SMALL BUSINESS CENTER CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Where do you begin when you start your own business? How do you market it? What is your business plan? With more questions than answers, this is the position we found ourselves in when we launched our business Prep U4 Success. Thankfully, we discovered the Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center and Director Jerry Coleman. The support and services they have offered us through their free seminars and workshops, one-on-one counseling, as well as the use of their Information Center is such a benefit to a small business. The experts they bring in offer a diverse range of topics to educate you and keep you informed for your business. Knowing you can pick up the phone or send an SOS email for guidance has benefited us many times. Whether you are a start-up business here in Wilmington or an established business trying to navigate through these changing times, we highly recommend reaching out to the Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center. You are not alone on this journey—the Small Business Center is there to help you succeed. John & JoAnn Russo Prep U4 Success

As a small business owner of a local art gallery, I especially appreciate the expertise and wealth of resources provided, including virtual classes. The business counseling service is confidential, easily accessible, customized, timely, and without charge. Jerry Coleman and Ginny Hayes are great listeners and coaches. They helped me focus on cost cutting and other strategies to make the business stronger despite all of the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and related economic struggles. The SBC also introduced me to a network of people and resources that I will continue to use in the future. SBC Client I compare working with the CFCC Small Business Center to getting that hard truth mom would give you… if she knew anything about business. The team in the SBC takes every client seriously, looking for each angle to find the right solution for growth and success. The encouragement and advice I received resulted in a better product, a better go-to-market strategy, and a better opportunity for success. Ann Revell-Pechar YoucanDIY Public Relations

IN 2019-2020 CFCC OFFERED 91 SEMINARS WITH 1,572 ATTENDEES JOBS CREATED/RETAINED NEW BUSINESSES STARTED CLIENTS COUNSELED

106 19 236 35

ECONOMIC & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

SPOTLIGHT ON PUBLIC SAFETY A glimpse of our recent programs

RADAR–Child Forensic Interviewing Laws of Mass Protest Class Class—Partnership with Carousel Center This course examines the legal and operational issues This four-and-a-half-day workshop provided an introduction to the RADAR Child Forensic Interview Model. Radar (Recognizing Abuse Disclosure types And Responding) is a research-based, best practice protocol for interviewing children (5 years of age and older) and adolescents who are being assessed for possible sexual or physical abuse. RADAR is structured to ensure interview quality and ease of learning, while offering enough flexibility to be effective with children of different ages and disclosure histories. RADAR is adapted in part from the NICHD investigative interview protocol. The workshop included hands-on role-play practice as well as required reading assignments of three articles.

confronted by law enforcement officers when dealing with protests and counter-protests. At the end of the course, attendees are able to identify the legal issues surrounding demonstrations and implement operational strategies to ensure that the legal rights of demonstrators, counterdemonstrators, and third parties are protected.

FirstCall

When a child abuse allegation arises, obtaining accurate history from the child at case initiation is a critical component of ensuring their protection. When agencies such as DSS or law enforcement receive a report of alleged abuse, the CPS worker/police investigator often conducts an initial investigative interview to assess immediate concerns and to guide case services. The initial investigative interview differs from a formal child forensic interview often conducted at a local child advocacy center. This two-day workshop provided instruction on the FirstCall Initial Investigative Interview, a research-based, best practice model for use as an initial investigative interview for children age 5 years and above.

Advanced Underwater Dive Class

In CFCC’s Advanced Underwater Dive class, students learn the basics of the SDI Deep Diver and SDI Navigation Diver specialties. Successful completion of this course gives students the opportunity to experience several SDI specialties, continued diver skills, education and knowledge, and the ability to enroll in the SDI Rescue Diver course.

PUBLIC SAFETY FIRE & EMS REGIONAL IMPACT Eastern Public Safety College October 2019: 35 classes, 400 students Pender Public Safety College January 2020: 35 classes, 387 students New Hanover Public Safety College April 2020: Canceled due to COVID-19 Fire Prevention School March 2020: Canceled due to COVID-19 Rapid Intervention School (held yearly) November 2019: week-long class/24 students

56 COUNTIES PARTICIPATED IN TRAINING - MOST ATTENDED WEEKEND PUBLIC SAFETY COLLEGES

PUBLIC SAFETY 2019 | 2020 PROGRAM

EMS

FIRE/RESCUE TOTAL

TOTAL CLASSES

116

1,153

4,493

TOTAL STUDENTS 3,340

APPRENTICESHIPS

GROWING A HIGHLY-SKILLED WORKFORCE THROUGH CFCC’S APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS A proven training model for building and retaining a skilled workforce, apprenticeship programs offer the student the opportunity to earn while they learn and the employer a chance to grow, train, and maintain a desirable, equipped workforce. Cape Fear Community College partners with New Hanover and Pender County employers to develop tailored apprenticeship programs. The employers provide on-the-job training while CFCC delivers classroom instruction.

The College partners with more than 30 apprenticeship-supporting companies in New Hanover and Pender counties, including: ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP

• ACDC Electric of Wilmington • DPS Electric • Dwyer Electric, Inc. • GSB Electric • Harrelson Electric • Island Electric • Laney Electrical Construction • Oceanside Electrical • Premier Electrical Staffing, LLC • Pro-Tech Electrical Services • R. Manning Electrical • Scott Electric Company • Security Plus Electrical • Southeastern Cable Contractors • T.A. Woods Company • TLS Electrical Services

ELECTRICAL LINEWORKER (PRE-APPRENTICESHIP)

• Duke Energy • PIKE Electric • MasTec • VOLT Power • Primoris • River City Construction • Lee Electrical • Brunswick EMC • Four County EMC • Utility Lines Construction Services • Penn Line • Sumter Utilities • Lumbee River EMC • Forbes Bros. • Timberline Construction, Inc.

ECONOMIC & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Learn more about CFCC’s apprenticeship programs at cfcc.edu/apprenticeships. 38

FIRE ALARM SERVICE TECHNICIAN (FAST) APPRENTICESHIP

• Optimum Fire & Security PLUMBING & PIPEFITTING APPRENTICESHIP

• T.A. Woods Company

ECONOMIC & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

ENROLLMENT

2019-2020 ECONOMIC & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ENROLLMENT BREAKDOWN

ACADEMIC & CAREER READINESS

2,426 773

HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

1,145

Enrollment for Academic and Career Readiness Healthcare Class Enrollment

duplicated headcount July 19 - June 20

Community Enrichment Enrollment Students duplicated headcount July 19 - June 20

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT YVONNE MITCHELL

“I went to CFCC to be an example for my children and grandchildren and encourage them to get their education. I wanted to show them if I can do it in my 60s, they can do it too. After I started at CFCC, my daughter and four grandchildren followed. I want to thank Cape Fear, the faculty and staff, and even my fellow students who encouraged me to finish and set an example for my children and grandchildren.”

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING

Truck Driver Training The Truck Driver Training program, formerly a curriculum program at CFCC, is now housed in the Economic and Workforce Development division at the College, making it a more affordable and accessible option for prospective students. “You see it everywhere: “Truck Drivers Wanted,” said John Downing, Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development at CFCC. “It’s a privilege to train individuals for this in-demand trade, and we take pride in not only training individuals to obtain their CDL, but also building character and confidence in our students.” The truck driver training program prepares individuals to drive tractor-trailer rigs through teaching proper driving procedures, safe driver responsibility, commercial motor vehicle laws and regulations, and the basic principles and practices for operating commercial vehicles. Graduates of the program are qualified to take the Commercial Driver’s License Exam and gain employment with commercial trucking firms. They may also become owner-operators and work as private contract haulers. “It was a dream come true for me. I was in the process of giving up. I feel like I have a career now,” said Terrence Jones, recent CFCC Truck Driver Training graduate. “This career will help me take care of my family financially. There are different opportunities I have now where I can have time with my wife and kids.”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT KHADIJAH PAYNE

I’m Khadijah. I chose to pursue a career as a medical assistant because my son has a congenital heart defect and my mom recently passed away from renal disease. Ever since I was little, I always wanted to help people. After I finish my degree, I plan to work in a pediatric office, and later become a pediatric nurse.

CAMPUS IMPROVEMENTS: K BUILDING COLLISION, REPAIR, AND REFINISHING TECHNOLOGY and AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMIZING PROGRAMS For 20 years, CFCC has been training future auto collision, repair, and customizing professionals. After the K building renovation in 2020, students have a more up-to-date learning facility to ensure they get the best training available. Improvements include renovation of the building exterior, updating classroom space, and improving the overall look and efficiency of the facility. Program Director Ed Hernandez brings many years of experience to the program and is excited about the building improvements. “I’m so pleased with our new and improved space and the students are really excited to have the opportunity to work in this environment.” — Program Director Ed Hernandez “This is demanding but rewarding work,” says Hernandez. “If you work hard, you will be able to earn what you want. We are very active in helping students gain employment– in fact, in 2020, all of our graduates were employed directly after completing the program.” Learn more about these programs:

cfcc.edu/collision-repair-refinishing-technology cfcc.edu/automotive-customizing-technology CFCC President Jim Morton talks with Program Director Ed Hernandez

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT LIZ SAWYER

Hi, I’m Liz and I’m a student here at Cape Fear Community College. I am in my second year in the Dental Hygiene program. Every faculty and instructor I’ve ever met has truly invested in me and has cared about my success. Dental Hygiene has been my passion for a while and I’m able to pursue that dream at Cape Fear. CFCC’s programs are always up-to-date on new technologies so anything that you learn here, you’re going to be using in the field when you graduate. CFCC is constantly improving and developing its programs, which has really prepared me for my future.

CFCC HAPPENINGS CFCC Proud to Host 8th Annual NCCCS Fine Arts Conference:

EMPOWERING TOMORROW’S ARTISTS February 20-22, 2020 @ CFCC Union Station Building

Cape Fear Community College hosted the 8 th annual North Carolina Community College Fine Arts Conference on February 20-22 for hundreds of North Carolina fine and performing arts educators. Organized annually by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) Associate Advocating for in Fine Arts Association, the conference creates Inclusivity and Diversity a space for art, music, and theatre educators and administrators from across the state to network, share ideas, and participate in organized workshops and panel discussions.

EMPOWERINGTOMORROW'SARTISTS

2020

“Cape Fear Community College was proud to host this group of educators in Wilmington,” said CFCC President Jim Morton. “Arts education is so important for community college students. CFCC has been actively working to strengthen our partnerships with universities so fine arts students who want to continue their studies will have convenient transfer options. I am proud of all the work our fine arts faculty and staff are doing at CFCC, and I know this conference was beneficial to all who attended.”

Department of Fine and Performing Arts:

ANIMAL FARM November 11-13, 2020

CFCC Outdoor Amphitheatre

CFCC was proud to present the 2020 fall play, a production of “Animal Farm” by Nelson Bond, based on the book by George Orwell–in a unique way. Jessica Gaffney, program chair of Theatre at CFCC, wanted to ensure students still had the opportunity to learn, despite the challenges they would face when producing a live show during a pandemic. Moving outside inspired her class to create a puppet show to accompany the script since the actors were stationary for most of the show. “When they work on a show, our students directly apply the knowledge and skills they gain in the classroom. Even in the midst of COVID-19, I was looking for ways we could produce a show safely. This reader’s theater production of Animal Farm allowed the students to share a timeless and timely story with an audience while social distancing.” “During a time of uncertainty, ‘Animal Farm’ provided me a normality that kept me afloat,” says Kristen Midget, a student in Gaffney’s play production class. “Being a part of this show made me hopeful for the future and, oddly enough, performing made me feel at ease.” The production also aired on WHQR on Dec. 6, 2020 at 8 p.m. 42

CFCC HAPPENINGS Spreading the Word: CFCC Health Sciences

HEALTH SCIENCES SHOWCASE February 26, 2020

CFCC’s health science programs are among the best in the state. The showcase enabled local high school counselors to learn about CFCC’s health science programs, equipping them to better inform their students of the healthcare training pathways available at Cape Fear. Making our exceptional, affordable training opportunities more accessible to area high school students is one of our top priorities. Learn more about CFCC health science programs at cfcc.edu/healthsciences.

NORTH CAMPUS E.A.S.E. EVENT February 28, 2020

This was an exciting day as our North Campus hosted approximately 180 students from Topsail Middle School for E.A.S.E. (Effective and Authentic Science Events). This unique event not only provided fun activities for middle schoolers, but also let them see first-hand the wonderful facilities and opportunities at our North Campus, and interact with our incredible faculty and staff.

CFCC DAY OF SERVICE

Invited by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) Planning Committee for Community Service to participate in a statewide initiative to serve local communities, CFCC faculty and staff gathered at New Hanover High School to freshen up the well-worn NHHS Cat Walk and bring some joy to the Wildcats when they return to school. We had a great time helping out and hope this new catwalk brings a smile to NHHS students and staff! 43

ARTS AND HUMANITIES ART SHOWS REIMAGINED

Stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines called for art faculty, staff, and students to rethink their approach to CFCC’s annual art shows. This year, the annual student and faculty art shows were virtual exhibitions. The shows highlighted the talent of students and faculty in the areas of painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, mixed media, and ceramics. Powered by a tool called Kunstmatrix, the exhibit displayed the artwork in a 3D rendering of a gallery. Guests were invited to a guided “walk through the gallery” or to peruse at their own pace. “Moving the student and faculty shows online due to COVID offered the department an opportunity to grow beyond the physical constraints of the Wilma W. Daniels Gallery and reach a much broader audience,” said Abby Perry, CFCC art instructor and gallery coordinator.

FACULTY ART SHOW

Participating CFCC faculty members: Ben Billingsley, Geoff Calabrese, Rick Conn, Jessica Gaffney, Kirsten Koromilas, Jennifer Mace, Victoria Paige, Abby Spangel Perry, Deborah Quinn, Sharon Wozniak Spencer, Kirah Van Sickle, Amber Watts, and Travis Weller. Clockwise from top left: Amanda Wingfield Day Dress by Jessica Gaffney; They Happened Upon a Secluded Habitat and Saw Opportunity by Abby Spangel Perry; Head-1 by Geoff Calabrese

View 2020 Student and Faculty Art Show exhibits at wilmadanielsgallery.com

STUDENT ART SHOW BEST IN SHOW - The Cove, photograph by Mitchell Summers

From left to right: Colorful Leopard by Amy Covington and Creamy by Madie Brianne Wright For a list of student art show winners by category, visit cfcc.edu/studentartshow. Learn more about CFCC’s Associate in Fine Arts and Visual Arts program at cfcc.edu/associate-visual-arts. 44

VOLUNTEERS THAT HELPED FAMILIES SERVED

2019-2020

45 100

The mission of the CFCC Food Pantry is to provide free temporary supplemental food relief to CFCC students, faculty, and staff. As we move forward into 2021, the plans for the pantry continue to grow. “We hope to be open once a month for distribution as we solidify our partnership with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC. The only thing holding us back is provisions. As much as we hate to keep asking our local internal and external communities, the fact is we cannot survive without food to give,” said Kate Santhuff, one of the faculty founding board members of the pantry. “Thanks to faculty mini-grants, underwriting, and donations from faculty and staff, we have been able to stay open even during the COVID-19 crisis, when our services are critical. We thank all who have helped us to grow into a service that our Cape Fear family can rely on.” Find out how you can support CFCC’s food pantry at cfcc.edu/food.

SEA-TECH STUDENTS GET A HEAD START IN PUBLIC SAFETY October 20, 2020

Public Safety I, a program currently offered at Southeastern Area Technical High School (SEA-Tech) and New Hanover High School, allows students to take courses in firefighter technology as well as emergency medical technician training— offering them a great head start on a future career in public service. Firefighters, police officers, and paramedics visit the school for demonstrations and students get to visit public safety facilities to gain more knowledge of the public safety work environment.

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SEA-Tech students visit public safety facilities for a close-up view of an actual career in public service.

4 CAREER ACADEMIES CONSTRUCTION TRADES HEALTH & FITNESS CULINARY & HOSPITALITY PUBLIC SAFETY

Established in the fall of 2017, SEA-Tech seeks to attract first-generation college bound students at risk of dropping out. Through SEA-Tech, students have access to a unique early college high school experience. A partnership with Cape Fear Community College, SEA-Tech fills a niche for a career preparation approach to high school by emphasizing career and technical education, work-based learning options, and project-based learning experiences. Learn more about SEA-Tech at seatech.nhcs.net. 45

STUDENTS AT WORK Michael Kenneway

AFA Fine Arts Student • Stagehand Q: How did your classes at CFCC prepare you for the work you’re doing with The Wilson Center? In Stagecraft (DRA 140) we worked on a show called She Kills Monsters and we designed and queued the entire show. So, it allows you to actually learn the industry standard for lighting, from striking everything to making your own plot – going through everything you want for an actual show. Q: How do you think your work with The Wilson Center will influence your future career? It allows us to work with touring companies and other professionals in the field, and it gives us different shows we can put on our resumes. When we did Fiddler on the Roof, I was the ME (Master Electrician), so that gave me extra experience for something I want to do in the future. Q: Would you recommend working at The Wilson Center to other students at CFCC? I definitely would, especially if you’re interested in the entertainment business; even if it’s not being a stagehand or something specifically backstage, there are a lot of other opportunities. You get to work in a professional environment and make connections within the live entertainment business.

Selina Harvey

AAS Interpreter Education Graduate • ASL Interpreter & Production Services Specialist Q: What is your favorite class from your program? Probably Analytical Skills for Interpreting. We spent a lot of time looking into the meanings behind colloquialisms in the English language – it’s very interesting. Q: What is your favorite class from outside your program? One semester I was the vocalist in the Jazz Ensemble class and actually got to sing on stage at the Wilson Center. Not many people can say that! Q: What is your favorite part of working at The Wilson Center? I’ve met so many awesome people working here! So many different personalities and so much talent in one very large building! 46

ATHLETICS

2019-2020 RECAP Department

• 2 Region 10 Tournament Runner-Up (Women’s Soccer and Volleyball) • 17 Student Athletes were named to the 2019-20 All-Region Team • 48 Academic Awards for the 2019 fall academic season (Fall GPA > 3.0) • 10 NJCAA All Academic Student-Athlete Awards (6 Women’s Soccer, 2 Men’s Soccer, 2 Volleyball) (GPA > 3.6) • 2 NJCAA Academic Teams of the Year – Women’s Soccer and Volleyball (Team GPA > 3.0)

Men’s Basketball

• Finished with an overall record of 21-9 and 8-4 in conference play • Dakari Johnson: 1st Team All Region, Torey James: 2nd Team All Region, Talton Jones: 2nd Team All Region • Dakari Johnson: 3rd Team All American

Women’s Basketball

• Posted an overall record of 17-8 and 11-3 in conference play • Finished 2nd in the regular season competition • Rashauna Grant: 1st Team All Region

Men’s Soccer

• Compiled an overall record of 6-7 and 4-6 in conference play • Travis Cotton, Taylor Trimble, and Kobe Hepburn all earned 3rd Team All Region

Women’s Soccer

• Amassed a 13-2-2 overall record and 6-1-1 record in conference play • Finished 2nd in the regular season and runner-up in the Region 10 Tournament • Maggie Hall, Trinity Davis, Esperanza McKay, Keely Brown, Isabel Covert all earned 1st Team All Region, and Gracie Stoltz earned 2nd Team All Region

Volleyball

• Posted a 17-4 overall record and 10-1 record in conference play • Finished 2nd in the regular season and runner-up in the Region 10 Tournament • Angelica Biele and Ceri’on Ellis Mosely both earned 1st Team All Region • Naomi Pegues and Callie Weaver both earned 2nd Team All Region RYAN MANTLO NAMED ONE OF WILMINGTON’S MOST NOTABLE COACHES Wilmington Star News, January 6, 2020 As the men’s basketball coach at Cape Fear Community College for 11 seasons, Ryan Mantlo won six Region 10 tournament titles, was a district coach of the year five times, produced the school’s first all-Americans and garnered an eighthplace finish in the National Junior College Athletic Association tournament in 2011 after the Sea Devils recorded a single-season record 26 victories. He also helped engineer state-of-the-art renovations to the Schwartz Center as the athletic director. Congrats, Ryan! 47

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT KATIE COZZA Early Childhood Education My name is Katie and I am a graduate of Cape Fear Community College. I received my associate degree from the Early Childhood Education program. All of the instructors I had in the program were wonderful and helped me achieve my goals along the way! I am now currently working in the Bonnie Sanders Burney CDC here at CFCC. The reason I picked the ECE program at Cape Fear Community College is because I have always had a passion for working with young children. I have always wanted to make an impact on a child’s life, like my teachers did for me when I was a young child. If you love children and want to use the power of play to help children learn and develop, the ECE program is the way to go!”

MEREDITH GALLAGHER Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) “I chose CFCC because of the immense dedication and passion the OTA faculty has for this program and its students. Dr. Jennifer Renshaw, Jennifer Workman, and Amy Kampschroeder are incredibly knowledgeable about what they teach, and are authentic to their core. They were (and are) irreplaceable educators for this school and the profession of OT. Ultimately, I see myself working as a certified OTA within the mental health field, focusing on the young adult population. I believe there is a growing need for OT in mental health and I want to be part of the solution for these individuals–present and future. I am very fortunate that I was able to complete everything during this pandemic, and am deeply grateful to everyone who was involved in helping me graduate. Now, I am currently in the process of studying for the NBCOT (national certification exam) before beginning a hopefully fruitful job search!”

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT TREVOR TODD Associate in Arts #CFCCGrads do GREAT things! Former CFCC student ambassador Trevor Todd was recently awarded New Hanover County School’s 2020-2021 Elementary Educator of the Year. Todd teaches second grade at Castle Hayne Elementary School. During his time at CFCC, Todd was selected as a student ambassador to represent the college where he frequently gave tours and served as a resource for potential students. Upon graduating CFCC, Todd worked in Disability Support Services, Counseling, and the Academic Advising Center. “I gained so many leadership skills as a CFCC student ambassador. I also grew professionally from my time working in various departments at the college. I am so thankful to CFCC for being my first step in my higher education journey,” said Todd.

CHRISTIAN GODWIN Associate in Arts - Pre-Psychology “After completing my studies at CFCC, I went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts from UNCW, graduating in 2018. Subsequently, I pursued a Master of Arts from the University of Chicago’s Committee on International Relations, graduating with honors in August 2019. During the academic year, I worked as a research assistant in the department of history, and then as a research assistant for the Chicago Project on Security and Threats during the summer. I was also a participant in the CIR Asian International Relations Seminar in Mumbai and Delhi, India (through the University of Chicago). During the duration of our stay, our delegation met with national security officials and thinktanks, as well as visited four of India’s top universities to discuss political and security issues with students. Lastly, and perhaps most excitingly, in September I was hired as an Associate Case Researcher at Harvard Business School. I hope this will encourage and inspire fellow CFCC students and graduates to pursue great things in both their academic and professional endeavors!”

NEW PROGRAM

HEALTH AND FITNESS SCIENCE CFCC’s Health and Fitness Science program is underway and we are thrilled to have our new equipment! Students in our Health and Fitness Science program learn to administer basic fitness tests and health risks appraisals, teach exercise and fitness classes, and instruct on the safe use of exercise equipment. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to sit for the Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer certification exams that will qualify them for jobs in commercial fitness clubs, wellness programs and other organizations. Students who would like to continue their education after CFCC may easily transfer into the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science or Bachelor of Arts in Healthful Living and Fitness Education programs at UNCW.

get more info at cfcc.edu/health-fitness-science

FITNESS MACHINES • STRENGTH MACHINES • CARDIO MACHINES • FUNCTIONAL TRAINING FITNESS TESTING • GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES • HANDS-ON LAB EXPERIENCE 50

HEALTH SCIENCES LEADING HEALTH SCIENCES THE WAY ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING (ADN)

2019 - 2020

in NC: RegisteredNursing.org in NC: NursingProcess.org

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSING (LPN)

in NC: PracticalNursing.org

RADIOGRAPHY

100% pass rate for 20 consecutive years

on first certification attempt for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) National Board—All 370 graduates since program inception in 1995 have passed the ARRT exam

DENTAL HYGIENE

100% pass rate for 14 consecutive years on the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (OTA)

100% pass rate for 9 consecutive years on

the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy Exam

NURSE AIDE (NA) EWD DIVISION • Received approval from the NC Dept. of Health and Human Services to offer first Hybrid Nurse Aide I course 1/11/2021 • NHRMC has partnered with the Nurse Aide program to offer Nurse Aide training courses for their employees • Beginning Spring 2021, CFCC’s Economic and Workforce Development Division will be offering the CTE/WCEP Nurse Aide I pathway to New Hanover and Pender County High School students

VETERINARY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY Accredited by the AVMA CVTEA

NEW PROGRAMS • FALL 2020

HEALTH AND FITNESS SCIENCE LPN TO RN ACCELERATED PROGRAM

HEALTH SCIENCES SPOTLIGHT SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CFCC offers exemplary training in one of the fastest growing professions in the country. Students are trained to assist in the care of the surgical patient in the operating room while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Skills learned include preparing supplies, equipment, and instruments; maintaining aseptic conditions; preparing patients for surgery; and assisting the surgeon during operations.

CFCC President Jim Morton gets a first-hand look into the experience of a surgical technology student.

COURTNEY SPEAR What is a Surgical Technologist?

Do you work in the operating room? How do you learn all those instruments? Those were just a few questions I had no idea about until my journey at Cape Fear began, and little did I know, would continue… My name is Courtney Spear. I am a North Carolina native and found myself in Wilmington after completing my bachelor’s degree and struggling in the 2009 job market. After realizing this was the best time for me to return to school, my research began. From day one at Cape Fear, there were so many individuals who played a role in my success. From my Anatomy and Physiology and PSB test tutors, to my all-supporting surgical tech instructors, my experience at Cape Fear was nothing short of amazing. The support system I received from all departments was top-notch and fueled my success. I encourage students to develop professional connections with staff members while enrolled – there is great value in their wisdom that you can take with you forever. I have now been employed at New Hanover Regional Medical Center for nearly five years. My experience and knowledge as a surgical technician has surpassed what I imagined as a student. In August of 2019, I was honored to become a surgical preceptor. In this role, I accompany CFCC surgical tech students during their clinical rotations; this is a time where students are displaying their skills from the classroom and lab in the operating room. I love guiding students toward their goals and giving back the support that was given to me not so long ago. Investing in people, students, and their future success is what precepting means to me. As of May 2020, I became a student myself, again. I am now enrolled in the Surgical First Assist (SFA) program. This will expand my scope of practice to include assisting surgeons, suturing wounds, placing laparoscopic trocars, etc. I will complete this program in May 2021. I thank Cape Fear for my foundation and look forward to growing in my field.

EARLY COLLEGE ADVANTAGE BRANDON’S STORY Brandon Johnson began his collegiate journey at Wilmington Early College High School (WECHS), a partnership between New Hanover County Schools and Cape Fear Community College where students can earn an associate degree at the same time they complete high school. Brandon took advantage of this opportunity and graduated in 2015. He then enrolled at UNC Chapel Hill to obtain his bachelor’s degree. He relocated to New York City and landed a lucrative job at Celgene Corporation, a multi-million-dollar biopharmaceutical company. When the company merged, Brandon was furloughed. Brandon made the choice not to let the furlough set him back. Instead, he decided to continue his education and work towards a doctorate in holistic medicine. His plan was to graduate from Johns Hopkins University with a Master of Science in Clinical Research, go to medical school, then open a holistic healthcare practice providing an upscale experience for patients to visit, relax, and learn about alternative medicine and treatments. Brandon enrolled at Johns Hopkins University in 2019. He is currently working on his thesis comparing western medicine to alternative health care medicine and how it can benefit epileptic pediatric patients. Brandon has personal experience overcoming epilepsy through holistic means, and through his research, he hopes to raise awareness of alternative therapies to treat illnesses and disorders in children. Of his future endeavors, Brandon says, “I want my patients to always know that their overall well-being is what comes first and you don’t have to use traditional medicine to treat every illness or disorder.” Brandon continues, “CFCC allowed me the opportunity to grow outside of my shell and open my eyes to the countless opportunities that await. Without the support of CFCC faculty and staff I would not be where I am today. WECHS truly allowed me to propel forward in my academic efforts. The rigor, discipline, prioritization, and meticulous curriculum of early college gave me the focus to work hard and take advantage of numerous opportunities in my path.” To anyone considering early college, Brandon says, “Do it! It’s worth the time and helps decrease student debt at the end of your academic career. Who wouldn’t want two years of free education? Early college programs are game-changers. I believe students with early college experience are more confident, goaldriven, and willing to take academic risks.” Brandon Johnson is set to defend his thesis in spring 2021 and plans to start medical school in 2022.

2019-2020 ACADEMIC YEAR 1,800 high school students took 5,700 curriculum courses through the Career and College Promise programs at CFCC (Career and Technical Education Pathway, College Transfer Pathway, and Early College). The most popular Career and Technical Education Pathways were Welding, Collision Repair, Business Administration, and Cosmetology. 53

Thank You CFCC’s Chemical Technology Program Receives $470,415 Grant from the National Science Foundation

“We are honored to begin our third National Science Foundation grant within the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program,” said CFCC Chemical Technology Program Director Tracy Holbrook. “Staying true to the mission of the college, this grant project will synergistically involve high school students, K-12 STEM educators, current and future chemical technology students, and local employers to increase the awareness of CFCC’s Chemical Technology program and career options in the field.” “I am so proud of the partnerships CFCC has developed in our community. This grant will help our students get real, hands-on training locally,” said CFCC President Jim Morton. “In addition, local STEM teachers will benefit. It is a terrific investment in our students, teachers, and local industry. We are incredibly grateful to have been selected for this grant award.”

GRANT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Paid Internships for CFCC Students Establishment of a paid internship program with Quality Chemical Laboratories (QCL): Eight CFCC students, each fall and spring semester, will be chosen to intern at Quality Chemical Laboratories.

C-TECH Academy This summer academy will provide stipends to local STEM educators to participate in a week-long summer event that will include laboratory training in fields of forensics, pharmaceutical, environmental, cosmetics, and food chemistry.

For more information about CFCC’s Chemical Technology program, visit cfcc.edu/chemical-technology Partial support for this work was provided by the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program 54

WEARECAPEFEAR.COM CFCC Receives $327,247 in GEER Funds to Expand Scholarships Thanks to the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund, CFCC is expanding scholarship opportunities for students in workforce development programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The GEER fund provides scholarships to eligible community college students pursuing high-demand workforce training programs that lead to a state or industry-recognized credential within ten different pathways. To be eligible, students must be: • A resident of North Carolina • Enrolled in a qualifying workforce development program leading to a state or industry-recognized credential (96 hours or more) in one of the following ten areas: Automotive, Aircraft Maintenance, Construction, Criminal Justice, Emergency Medical Services, Healthcare, Industrial/Manufacturing, Information Technology, Transportation, and Fire and Rescue Services. “The scholarship opportunities this critical funding provides will help our students obtain the skills they need to build a better future for themselves, their families, and our state’s workforce.” —John Downing, Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development

CFCC Partners with YWCA on Training Initiative

We’d like to congratulate our friends at the YWCA on receiving the Google.org Digital Skills Training Grant! They will receive $20,000 per year over three years to implement STRIVE, a comprehensive training and support program designed to increase access to digital skills for women and the underserved community. This program will help those who need it so much, including survivors of domestic violence, citizens returning to society after incarceration, and low-wage workers. We are proud that CFCC is one of three community colleges to partner with YWCA on this program, which kicks off in October. “We’re going to rely on the area’s community colleges to do the job training because nobody does it better. We will supply the counseling and wrap-around services.” —YWCA Lower Cape Fear CEO Velva Jenkins

CFCC FOUNDATION 2019-2020 Total Awarded in Student Scholarships Academic Year 2019-2020

$874,265

GRATEFUL STUDENTS 2020-2021 CFCC Merit Scholars get a surprise at their front door! The Cape Fear Community College Foundation awarded merit scholarships to eleven local students who began their first year of college at CFCC last fall. Since students were unable to participate in traditional graduation ceremonies last year, each student was surprised at home with their award by a member of the CFCC Foundation staff. Each student received $1,300 toward their first semester at CFCC and received an additional $1,300 for the spring semester if they maintained a 3.5 GPA while completing 12 credit hours in the fall term. The CFCC Foundation’s merit scholarships are awarded each year. To be considered, a student must be a current high school senior in New Hanover or Pender County and must have applied or been approved to enroll at Cape Fear Community College. The recipients must demonstrate academic excellence and leadership in their high school careers. Academic performance, extracurricular activities, and community service are all considered in the selection process.

Merit scholarship recipient Maria Congema is studying Dental Assisting at CFCC.

Ava Johnson wants to be a commercially successful singer-songwriter and manage her own career.

“I am determined that making my own music will be my lifetime career, but getting established takes time, learning, hard work, and money. This scholarship will help cover the costs of my education while I’m a fledgling musician starting my career and learning the skills to make my art a business.” —CFCC Merit Scholar Ava Johnson Scholarships are made possible by the generous support of CFCC Foundation donors. For more information, visit WeAreCapeFear.com. 56

Anahi S. Paz is a first generation college student. Because of her desire to help others, she plans to study nursing.

THANK YOU DONORS 2019-2020

YOU MAKE SUCH A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OUR STUDENTS! Henry and Roya Weyerhaeuser “We proudly support Cape Fear Community College and the Wilson Center because of the amazing performances and experiences the college brings to CFCC students and our community.”

BROADWAY FOR A BETTER WORLD The Broadway for a Better World program is funded through the tremendous generosity of private donors, with the mission of the theater experience and all of its associated benefits available to underserved populations, particularly young people under the age of eighteen. With the final awards of the January 2020 grant cycle, the value of ticket grants made by the Broadway for a Better World initiative has surpassed

$100,000

For more information about Broadway for a Better World, its mission, or the ticket grant program, please visit WilsonCenterTickets.com/betterworld or ArtsCouncilofWilmington.org/grants.

CFCC FOUNDATION Stephanie and James Mayew “The fact that we can make such a broad impact with our donation was a driving factor for us. We feel that our dollar goes much further in helping students at CFCC than other institutions we are involved with.” “Endowing a scholarship at CFCC is something we know will have a lasting impact, not just for the student that receives the gift each year, but for the community as a whole as these are the students who live and work right here in southeastern North Carolina.” “We are so proud to be a small part in helping the veterinary tech program at CFCC. We were so impressed by the students, faculty, and facilities that we jumped at the chance to establish an endowed scholarship. We see our investment as having a lasting impact on the animal community in the region as well. We realize that if we can help a student get the degree they need, that student then can get a job in our community helping animals for many years to come.”

Without your generosity, many students would have to put their educational dreams on hold. Consider giving today. Visit WeAreCapeFear.com

READY TO GIVE?

CFCC STUDENTS NEED AND APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY. About 80% of CFCC students apply for financial assistance. Every gift—no matter how big or small—makes a difference. For information about how you can support local students, call

910.362.7207

Visit us online at WeAreCapeFear.com 58

WEARECAPEFEAR.COM Thank You from CFCC Student Morgan Piper Hey Cape Fear! I’m Morgan Piper, currently a class of 2021 CFCC ADN student. I’ve been so blessed to receive the Ann Penton Longley Endowed Scholarship for $1,250 for the Fall 2020 semester. Working as a licensed practical nurse during a pandemic and continuing through the ADN program has not made nursing school an easy feat. This scholarship has been a sweet surprise for this chaotic year! No amount of thanks or praise will show how honored I am to receive this gracious gift. I can only hope our paths may cross with a big embrace someday soon!

We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you, Morgan!

Pamela Evans-Stein

“I am honored to be able to give an annual scholarship in the dental program in memory of my late husband. I found the recipients to be so thankful they are able to continue their education and not have to work two jobs and care for children in addition to going to school full time.”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT KAITLIN VANMETER

Neither Kaitlin’s size nor gender stopped her from pursuing a career as an electrical lineworker. While Kaitlin’s classmates were roughly three times her size and all male, Kaitlin’s mental strength, attitude, and dedication to learning the trade landed her three job offers. “I’ve always been small, I’ve never been the strongest at anything, I’ve always had the mentality that if I wanted it enough, I could do it. Do the work yourself, don’t count on anyone else. You shape your own destiny. You might have a helping hand along the way, but they can’t put the work in for you.” 59

2020 GIFT OF EDUCATION EVENT Over 70 vehicles attended our first ever Drive-In Benefit Concert on June 27th and raised

$159,360 in cash and pledges for CFCC student scholarships SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: (clockwise from top left)

Keylesha Wise, Ava Johnson, and Matthew Schmied

Stay tuned for news about our 2021 Gift of Education

WeAreCapeFear.com Individuals interested in creating an annual or endowed scholarship are encouraged to contact the CFCC Foundation at 910.362.7866.

TOP 5 WAYS TO GIVE NOW 1. Where It’s Needed Most Your contribution to the general fund will allow the Foundation to allocate funds where they are needed the most, so that we may best support our students and Cape Fear Community College. • $700 covers one semester of books • $2,000 covers one semester of tuition, books, and fees • $4,000 covers an entire year of tuition, books, and fees •$25,000 establishes a permanently named scholarship that will support students indefinitely 2. Emergency Student Relief Fund Your support will allow us to immediately assist with critical expenses for students who are facing an unforeseen emergency that has impacted their ability to continue their education. 3. Endowed Scholarships Your gift (a minimum of $25,000, payable over 5 years) will create a permanently named and annually distributed scholarship, establishing a legacy that will exist in perpetuity. 4. Annual Scholarships Your donation will create a temporarily named scholarship that will remain active as long as you continue to contribute to the fund. All funds donated in a given year will be awarded to students in that same year. 5. Contact Us Get in touch - we would love to hear from you! If you want to support our students, please call Shane Fernando, Vice President of Advancement and Arts, at 910.362.7101 or Logan Thompson, Director of Philanthropy, at 910.362.7866 to discuss other ways to give.

CFCC FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ms. Shanda Bordeaux, Chair Mr. Kyle Bullock Dr. Janie Canty-Mitchell Ms. Jennifer Cranford Mr. Christopher Dunn Mr. Jack Fuller Mr. Michael Gawkins Ms. Holly Grange Ms. Teresa Huffmon Mr. George Johnson

Mr. Mat White, Vice Chair Mr. Robert Loweth Mr. James Mayew Mr. Stan Paradis Mrs. Margaret Weller-Stargell Ms. Laura Williams Ms. Linda Wilson Mr. Jim Wrigglesworth Ms. Rose Zimmer

Ex-Officio Mr. Jim Morton — President Ms. Christina Greene — Treasurer Mr. Shane Fernando — VP of Advancement and the Arts Ms. Patricia Kusek — Chair, CFCC Board of Trustees Emeritus Ms. Louise F. McColl Mrs. Betsy E. Leonard Source: CFCC Foundation, Inc.

Laura Wilson

“Life is a journey. Having the privilege of getting a good education enhances that journey in countless ways. Education is an asset no one can take from you. Unfortunately, not Allan Wilson had a lifelong commitment to education everyone has the opportunity to achieve this treasure without assistance, and it’s a blessing for others to be able to give that gift to them. Allan and I have always been supportive of those who wish to better themselves through education. We endowed a scholarship at CFCC to help others achieve their dreams.”’

Jeff and Jan Turpin

“We contribute to the CFCC Foundation to help provide scholarships to students because we value the importance of education and want to help others with financial need achieve their goals. We also support the arts in our community through contributions to the Wilson Center. The Wilson Center and its programs are a treasure for the Wilmington area.” 61

THANK YOU DONORS 2019-2020 CFCC FOUNDATION GIVING SOCIETIES CAPE FEAR VISIONARIES This donor level recognizes individuals and organizations with cumulative giving to Cape Fear Community College exceeding $1,000,000.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE This donor level recognizes individuals and organizations with cumulative giving to Cape Fear Community College exceeding $500,000.

GUARDIAN SOCIETY

This donor level recognizes individuals and organizations with cumulative giving to Cape Fear Community College exceeding $150,000.

MCKEITHAN SOCIETY

This donor level recognizes individuals and organizations with cumulative giving to Cape Fear Community College exceeding $50,000.

ORDER OF THE CAPE FEAR This donor level recognizes individuals and organizations with cumulative giving to Cape Fear Community College exceeding $10,000.

Thank you to the generous individuals and organizations who gave to the Cape Fear Community College Foundation in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. This support allows CFCC to offer top-quality programs to educate thousands of local students.

Fiscal Year 2019 - 2020

$1,243,726.43 in grants awarded to CFCC Gene Haas Foundation National Science Foundation NC Arts Council New England Foundation for the Arts North Carolina Community College System South Arts, Inc. State Employees Credit Union State Library of North Carolina The Arts Council of Wilmington U.S. Economic Development Administration University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Will Eisner Grant for Libraries

Annual Giving Society donors can be viewed at cfcc.edu/foundation/thank-you-donors 62

CFCC DONORS CAPE FEAR VISIONARIES $1,000,000+ Ruth and Bucky Stein Scholarship Fund Mr. and Mrs. Allan Wilson

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE $500,000+ Estate of Louise O. Burevitch Cape Fear Memorial Foundation Estate of Doris W. Eakes Ministering Circle

GUARDIAN SOCIETY $150,000+ Mr. Mark Alper

GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy

PNC Financial Services Group

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. James A. Hagen

Riverfest

Babies Hospital Foundation, Inc.

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Hughes

Mr. and Mrs. George Rountree III

Bank of America Charitable Foundation

Dr. and Mrs. Joseph M. James

Mrs. Barbara S. Schwartz

BB&T, now Truist

Mrs. Tabitha Hutaff McEachern

Mr. Howard Stein

Burroughs Wellcome Fund

Mr. and Mrs. Reid Murchison III

Estate of Carolyn W. Tetirick

Estate of Joel Peter Caplan

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Estate of Jean M. Van Velsor

Estate of Henry “Van” Reid and Ms. Pat Casaw

North Carolina Community College System

Wells Fargo Advisors

Mrs. Wilma W. Daniels

North Carolina Community Foundation, Inc.

Mr. Henry and Mrs. Roya Weyerhaeuser

Duke Energy

Ogden-New Hanover Volunteer EMS

MCKEITHAN SOCIETY $50,000+ Anonymous

Intracoastal Realty Company

Blockade Runner Beach Resort

K. E. Austin Corporation

Dan Cameron Family Foundation

Mr. Edward L. Kiefhaber

Cape Fear Garden Club

Mr. and Mrs. Brian W. Kirschner

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Capps

Mrs. Frances R. Lamb

Mr. and Mrs. William S. Cherry

Landfall Foundation

CJB Foundation, Inc.

Live Oak Bank

Clancy & Theys Construction

Mrs. Ann P. Longley

Dr. J. Richard Corbett

LS3P Associates, Ltd.

Corning Incorporated

LSTA Grant Agreements Library Development Section

Coterra Capital, LLC CP&L Foundation, Inc. Mr. J. Smith Doss and Ms. Claude G. Monnier EmergeOrtho Mr. Stephen Euler and Mrs. Waltraud Keuchel-Euler Mr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Fox Jack and Pam Fuller Estate of Eleanor M. Greentree Holiday Delta, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. James P. Hynes

North Carolina Azalea Festival at Wilmington Mr. and Mrs. Walter Pancoe Pawn USA, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Mercer Rowe The Saklad Family Mr. and Mrs. Arun Sanghvi Ms. Annie Gray Sprunt Town of Surf City Verizon Wireless Warner Bros. Television

Edwin and Jeanette May Foundation

Ms. Monica Watson

Dr. Vidyut Mazzacca Dr. and Mrs. Eric B. McKeithan

William A. Stern Foundation

Dr. and Mrs. Martin B. Meyerson

Wilmington Contractors Association, Inc.

Monteith Construction

Wilmington Housing Authority

James P. Murphy Revocable Trust

Wilmington Rotary Club

National Science Foundation

Wilmington Woman’s Club

Dr. and Mrs. Charles Neal

Ms. Linda J. Wilson

New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation

Winter Park Fire Department

Wilmington Cape Fear Rotary Club

Reflects cumulative giving as of December 31, 2020

ORDER OF THE CAPE FEAR $10,000+ AARP Chapter 707

Mr. and Mrs. Pete M. DeVita

HomeCo Builders, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Agnoff

Diamond Vending & Food Service

Mr. and Mrs. John E. Homestead

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ahern

Dollar General Literacy Foundation

Ms. Rosemary Howryla

Mr. C. E. Alexander and Mr. Tony Harrington

Ms. Victoria J. Dull

Ms. Margaret D. Hutaff

Alliance for Regional Concert Hall

Dr. and Mrs. Hubert A. Eaton, Jr.

International Paper Company Foundation

American Association of Community Colleges

Elite Estate Management

Island Cardiology

American Business Women’s Association

Enterprise Network Services, Inc.

Dr. and Mrs. George F. Isham

Andrew Consulting Engineers, P.C.

Excite Credit Union

James Walker Memorial Hospital Nursing Alumni

Anonymous

ExxonMobil Foundation

Jay Taylor Exterminating Co., Inc.

Antique and Classic Boat Society, Inc.

Fenner Drives

Mr. and Mrs. Mark S. Johnson

Assistance League of Greater Wilmington

Fincannon & Associates

Ms. Jessie Newbold Kennedy

Employees of Atlantic Packaging

First Citizens Bank

Dr. Peter Kezios and Dr. Sue M. Kezios

Baker Motor Company

Mrs. Elizabeth T. Fischer

Ms. Kyle A. Kievit

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond L. Ballard

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert C. Fisher

Kiwanis Club of Wilmington

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barber

Mrs. Sylvia Fisher

Father Robert J. Kus

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne L. Barefoot

Forty & Eight Society of the American Legion

Kusek Financial Group, LLC

Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks No. 532

Foundation for the Carolinas

Mrs. Jane H. Lambeth

Ms. Priscilla K. Bergamini

Four County Electric Membership Corporation

LaQue Center for Corrosion Technology, Inc.

Ms. Shirley Hart Berry

Dr. Michael Alexander and Mr. Bo Dean-Freeze

Dr. Matthew S. Lawson

Mr. Frank Blake

Full Belly Project

Mr. Jim Lea III

Bobby Benson Enterprise

GAF Building Products

Dr. and Mrs. John Leonard

Bojangles

Mr. Linwood Gainey and Mr. Frank Potter

Dr. and Mrs. Adrian S. Lineberger

Mrs. William J. Boney

Mr. Herbert M. Gant

LM Restaurants, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. John B. Braddy, Sr.

Mrs. Kimberly B. Gant

Mr. and Mrs. James Mahan

Bradley Creek Homemakers Club

Mr. and Mrs. Garry A. Garris

The Martenis Family

Mr. Spence H. Broadhurst

Mr. and Mrs. Cal Geary

Mr. W. Daniel Martin III

Connie and Philip E. Brown LCDR, USN (Ret.)

Gene Haas Foundation

Mary Mincey Maines Trust

Mr. and Mrs. David E. Buffaloe

Golden Corral Charitable Fund of Triangle Community Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. James P. Mayew

Ms. Frances H. Goodman

Mr. Kyle H. McIntyre

The Burkholder Family Mr. and Mrs. Julian H. Burnett Mr. and Mrs. Louis A. Burney, Jr. Cape Fear Chapter NCACPA Cape Fear Dental Study Club Cape Fear Fair and Expo Mr. George Caplan Buffalo Wild Wings Mr. Frank G. Carter, Jr. and Dr. Deborah Carter Ms. Jennifer C. Casey Mrs. Diane C. Cashman Chadsworth’s Columns Chloride Systems Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage Collision Repair Education Foundation Corning Incorporated Foundation Mr. Lawrence S. Craige Crowell Contractors Incorporated Ms. Daisy W. Currie Mr. and Mrs. Neill A. Currie The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation Cypress Creek Renewables Mr. and Mrs. David H. Davis

Got-Em-On Live Bait Club Grainger Industrial Supply Greater Wilmington Business Journal Gregory Poole Equipment Company Ms. Susan W. Gustafson Mr. and Mrs. Zander Guy Dr. and Mrs. Frank W. Gwathmey Hampstead Garden Club Hampton Inn Hanover Medical Specialists, P.A. Mr. Bobby W. Harrelson Mr. and Mrs. James Harting

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel F. McKeithan, Jr. Estate of William Harvey McLean, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Brian J. McMerty Mrs. Lyell B. McMerty Mrs. Crystal McMillon Mr. and Mrs. Ronald McNeill Meridien Marketing & Logistics Inc. Ms. Sara F. Messer Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Miller III Mr. and Mrs. Jack H. Mills Ms. Janet H. Monterose

Mrs. Michele J. Hartman

LTC (Ret) Gilbert Montgomery and Dr. Carol L. Montgomery

Ms. Susann H. Haskins

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Moore

James and Madeline Hickmon

Mr. and Mrs. James Mulligan

Mr. and Mrs. Robert O. Hill

Myrtle and R. T. Sinclair, Jr. Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Mr. William L. Hill III

The Murchison Group of Wells Fargo Advisors

Hilton Wilmington Riverside

National Junior College Athletic Association

Mrs. Linda Hines Hollis

Navy League of the US Wilmington NC Council

Hobby Greenhouse Club, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Mort Neblett

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick G. Hogan

Mr. and Mrs. Edward T. Nesselroade

Delaney Radiology Reflects cumulative giving as of December 31, 2020

McColl & Associates, Inc.

ORDER OF THE CAPE FEAR $10,000+ Mr. and Mrs. John W. Nesselroade

RSM US LLP

USS North Carolina Submarine Commission

New Hanover County Estate Planning Council

Mr. and Mrs. William Rudisill

Ms. Sarah van Rens

Mr. Fred Newber

Mrs. Donna Schaefer

Mrs. Gayle P. Van Velsor

NHRMC Auxiliary, Inc.

Arlene and Ronnie Schreiber

Mr. and Mrs. Jon Vincent

North Carolina Healthcare Engineers Association, Inc.

Ms. Elizabeth A. Schulz

Dr. and Mrs. Christopher Ward

Brady J. Semmel, DMD, MD, PA

The Watts Family

SFI Group, Inc.

Well Care Home Care

Sharpe Architecture

Wells Fargo Foundation

Ms. Emily R. Sloan

Ms. Mabel H. West

Mr. and Mrs. John R. Sloan

Dr. Halley R. White, DDS

Smart Start of New Hanover County

Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth S. White

Snip It, Inc.

Wieland Electric, Inc.

South Arts, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Williams, Jr.

South State Bank

Mr. Samuel A. Williams

Joyce and Mickey Southerland

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Williamson

Southport Wooden Boat Show

Willie Stargell Foundation, Inc.

Estate of Elizabeth Harriss Sprunt

Wilmington Association of Independent Insurance Agents

North Carolina Sorosis Club, Inc. Estate of Rosalie P. Owens Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Owens Mrs. Frances A. Parker Pathfinder Wealth Consulting Estate of Margery Ray Burke Paylor Dr. and Mrs. David W. Pearsall, Jr. The Perkins Family Estate of Adriana M. Perpall Mr. Jeffrey W. Petro Peyton Brooks Strickland Foundation Ms. Winifred D. Pierce Pizza Properties

State of North Carolina Department of Natural Resources

Plantation Village

Dr. and Mrs. Raymond A. Stone

Pleasure Island Revitalization Association

Ms. Rhesa R. Stone

PNC Bank

Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Stovall III

The Promise Foundation, Inc.

Mr. Lyle Strassle

R.A. Jeffreys Distribution Company of Wilmington, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Strickland

Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Rawl

Mr. and Mrs. John B. Talbert, Jr.

Regent Security Services, Inc.

Talk, Inc.

Dr. Gabriel J. Rich III

Dr. and Mrs. Ellis A. Tinsley, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rippy Robert R. Bellamy Memorial Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Robison Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Rodstrom

Wilmington Family YMCA Wilmington Health Wilmington Machinery

Mr. and Mrs. Lanny T. Wilson Mr. Jerry Wine Mr. W. Cecil Worsley III

TFT & Co., Inc.

Ms. Jane Metts Rippy

Wilmington East Rotary Club

Wilmington West Rotary Club

Mr. David Sweyer

Reeds Jewelers

Wilmington Central Rotary

Wilmington Police Recreation Association

SunTrust, now Truist

Raymond James & Associates

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Root

Mr. John P. Sullivan

Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders Association

Ms. Julia M. Tommerdahl Mr. and Mrs. Raiford G. Trask, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Raiford G. Trask III Trinity Children Foundation Golf Invitational Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Turpin

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Yang Ms. Gloria J. Yoder Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Zigler Zimmer Development Company Mr. and Mrs. Alan Zimmer Mr. and Mrs. Herbert J. Zimmer

W. MERCER ROWE SOCIETY The W. Mercer Rowe Society was established to recognize individuals who leave a lasting legacy to CFCC through a planned gift in their estate. Ms. Janet W. Ashby Mr. Philip E. Bloedorn Mr. John Braswell Mr. William Bryan Mr. William R. Butler Ms. Nancy J. Byrnes Estate of Joel Peter Caplan Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Carter Mrs. Wilma W. Daniels Estate of Doris W. Eakes

Dr. Michael Alexander and Mr. Bo Dean-Freeze Mr. Herbert M. Gant Estate of Eleanor M. Greentree James and Madeline Hickmon Mr. Jimmy R. Hopkins and Mr. Alan C. House Mrs. June M. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Kusek Mr. and Mrs. Allen T. Lamb

Ms. Anne M. Logan

Ms. Jane Metts Rippy

Mr. James Mann

Mr. and Mrs. Mercer Rowe

Mr. W. Daniel Martin III

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Saklad

Mary Mincey Maines Trust

Estate of Laurence G. Sprunt

Dr. Vidyut Mazzacca

Estate of Carolyn W. Tetirick

Mrs. Dana K. McKoy

Mr. and Mrs. Jason R. Thompson

Estate of William Harvey McLean, Sr.

Estate of Jean M. Van Velsor

Mr. Edward T. Nesselroade

Mrs. Kay Warren

Estate of Henry “Van” Reid and Ms. Pat Casaw

Ms. Monica Watson Ms. Linda J. Wilson

Reflects cumulative giving as of December 31, 2020

CA MPUS LO CAT I O NS DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON CAMPUS 411 North Front Street • Wilmington, NC 28401

CFCC's main campus is located in historic downtown Wilmington on the banks of the Cape Fear River. This location is where you’ll find many of our Student Services offices, as well as the majority of our top-ranked Health Sciences programs.

NORTH CAMPUS

4500 Blue Clay Road • Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Located in the northern part of New Hanover County, CFCC’s North Campus is home to many of our Career and Technical programs including a Safety Training Center for the training of fire, rescue, and law enforcement personnel, as well as a truck driver training pad. Wilmington Early College High School is also located at CFCC’s North Campus.

BURGAW CENTER

100 East Industrial Drive • Burgaw, NC 28425 Also the home of Pender Early College High School, CFCC’s Burgaw Center offers a wide variety of our Economic and Workforce Development division programs including welding, HVAC, diesel, and nurse aide.

ALSTON W. BURKE CENTER AT SURF CITY 621 NC Highway 210 E. • Hampstead, NC 28443

Located in Eastern Pender County, the Alston W. Burke Center at Surf City is a convenient location for residents of Northern New Hanover and Pender counties. This campus offers curriculum and Economic and Workforce Development courses. 66

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs or activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies. This statement applies to all students and employees at Cape Fear Community College. The Dean of Student Affairs serves as CFCC’s Title IX Coordinator and has primary responsibility for coordinating the College’s efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in all the operations of the College, as well as retaliation for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title IX. 67

CAMPUS LOCATIONS

621 NC Highway 210 E.

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