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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Cape Fear Community College
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Dear Sea Devil Community,
We are already halfway through the Fall semester and students and faculty are preparing for midterms. Likewise, CFCC is working diligently to keep students engaged, focused, and motivated to finish the semester. We have some fun and informational events on the horizon.
We invite everyone to join us for our Fall Open Houses. Our downtown Wilmington Campus will be hosting the first event on November 2, and on November 9, our North Campus will host. Prospective students can learn more about CFCC programs, student athletics and clubs, meet faculty and staff, and tour the campuses. Please pass this information along to anyone who is considering CFCC.
Current students who may be experiencing financial emergencies can now apply for the Finish Line Grant. Grant funds are available to help students stay enrolled and complete the semester. If you know a student in need, please refer them to CFCC Counseling.
For students who are seeking to get ahead, registration is open for our winter session. These accelerated, 4-week online courses are a great way for students to earn transferable credits towards their degree, knock out a prerequisite, and lighten the course load for the next semester. Visit cfcc.edu/winter to see the available courses.
This month, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of the former Bank of America building in downtown Wilmington. This approval is the first step towards CFCC expanding our Nursing and Health Sciences programs with a dedicated building and facilities. The ability to train more qualified healthcare professionals is a huge win for our students and our community.
Congratulations to Brandon Guthrie who has been named the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Brandon has been an advocate for the arts and students at CFCC. He has served as a faculty member, department chair, and Dean of Arts and Humanities. He recently served as Interim Vice President of University Transfer. His leadership and problem-solving skills make him an excellent choice for this leadership position.
The annual In-Service event for all employees celebrates CFCC's successes, provides professional development seminars for employees, and recognizes outstanding faculty and staff. Congratulations to Antonio Arteaga-Paredes and Deginald King, President Award recipients, and Patrick Freeland, recipient of the Marilyn Goodman Anderson Endowed Award for Excellence in Teaching. These associates deserve a round of applause!
As always, thank you for your continued support. We hope you enjoy the following stories about CFCC's impact on our students and wonderful community.
Sincerely,
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Jim Morton, CFCC President |
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Marilyn Goodman Anderson Endowed Award
for Excellence in Teaching
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The Marilyn Goodman Anderson Endowed Award for Excellence in Teaching is awarded annually to an outstanding faculty member at CFCC, and is supported by a very generous anonymous donor to the CFCC Foundation. This prestigious award recognizes all aspects of excellence in teaching that foster students’ lifelong learning and success. For the first time this year, the Marilyn Goodman Anderson Award nominations were open only to students.
Mr. Freeland passed away in October of last year. He will be deeply missed by all of us at CFCC. His wife, Kate, accepted the award in his honor.
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Here are a few things our students had to say about Mr. Freeland:
- "He helped me change my life for a better future."
- "He left a lasting impact on me by seeing his work ethic and how much he genuinely cared about us as students."
- "Without him, I would not have the job I do today or the drive I have to excel in my field."
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Deginald King - Faculty
Barber School Lead Instructor
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Deginald goes above and beyond each day for the college and students. All of his students exude professionalism on campus through their appearance and politeness to everyone they interact with.
Deginald's efforts have led to increased enrollments, improved retention, and additional FTE in the program. He thinks outside of the box to solve problems and continuously improve the barbering program.
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Antonio Arteaga-Paredes - Staff
Media Specialist
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Antonio handles himself with the utmost professionalism even in high-stress situations. He enjoys helping people and asks to be on committees.
If there is a problem, he figures it out - fast. He also prepares and double-checks everything to make sure problems don't arise. He is always willing to help and has a kind nature that is always positive. A great asset to CFCC!
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The Power of a Few Kind Words |
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Lead Environmental Services Technician Darius Richey was recognized at the In-Service event for his positive impact on students. At a recent pinning ceremony, a nursing student came up to Richey and introduced her husband and family. She told them he was the reason she received her pin that day.
A while back, Richey had noticed this student on campus - visibly upset. He stopped to talk to her. She told him she had failed a test and she just wasn't cut out for this. She said she was going to drop out. Richey told her to hang in there, and that things would get better. She walked away and, concerned, he walked after her and encouraged her to go back to class. Shortly after, he walked by her classroom and gave her a thumbs up.
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"Interpreters need to know other cultures' idioms," stressed Maria Rodriguez, CFCC community Spanish interpreter program director. Students learn grammar, sentence structure, jargon, and slang, too!
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Maria Torres is the first recipient of the National Association of Women in Construction scholarship. The NAWIC Wilmington chapter raised over $3,000 to be given to a female student enrolled in a CFCC construction program.
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The NCCC system has revised the Finish Line Grant (FLG). This grant is designed to provide emergency assistance to students that are on the path to finishing their degree, diploma, certificate, or course. The funds are available to assist any student regardless of their major (Curriculum or EWD) with unforeseen financial emergencies (i.e. auto repairs, medical expenses). Students could qualify for up to $1000.00 a semester.
If you know of a student that you think might benefit from these funds, please make a referral.
For more information about eligibility, call CFCC Counseling:
Wilmington Campus 910.362.7017
North Campus 910.362.7526
EWD Students 910.362.7065
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Electrical Apprenticeship Partners |
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Cape Fear Community College had the great pleasure of recognizing dozens of electrical apprenticeship employer partners for their dedication to and investment in CFCC students over lunch and an awards ceremony. Apprenticeships pose a unique advantage for employers and students— for employers, a pipeline of skilled workers, and for students, an opportunity to simultaneously earn wages and receive an education. Thank you to all of our Electrical Apprenticeship Employer Partners!
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Congratulations to Our Newest Graduates! |
Cape Fear Community College celebrated the graduation of twenty (20) Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC) students on Friday, October 7, 2022. The students from six counties throughout North Carolina participated in the five-week course and passed the state exam exceeding state standards. Way to go, graduates! |
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CFCC may have a position for you! Visit our Job Opportunities site to discover your future career at CFCC.
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Keep an eye on our social media for updates on program information sessions and other upcoming events.
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