Greetings! Here's your monthly guide to what's happening at CFCC. |
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Cape Fear Community College
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Greetings from Jim Morton - CFCC President |
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Dear Sea Devil Community,
We will soon be finishing up a productive fall semester and entering the holiday season. With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, I want to say how incredibly proud I am of all we have accomplished at Cape Fear Community College this year. Our students have met the challenges of this unusual semester with determination and grit. Our faculty and staff have been tremendously creative and flexible, engaging our students in new ways and helping them succeed.
Spring registration is now open. I encourage our students to register quickly to get the schedule that best meets their needs. I also ask our community to help relay the benefits of attending Cape Fear Community College.
- University students will be home soon for winter break and can pick up an extra course at CFCC and transfer it back to their home institution. CFCC is an excellent choice for parents and students paying high tuition for online classes in a university setting.
- People who have lost their jobs because of COVID can turn to CFCC for low-cost training in fields that are in-demand regionally.
- High school students about to embark on the next stage of their lives should consider CFCC as their first option to begin their college careers. We have hundreds of affordable options to discover.
Help us spread the word - CFCC is ready and able to help students at any stage of life get the essential education and training they need to move forward.
We appreciate your continued support. We’re here to serve you and to bolster the economic health of our community.
I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving. We hope you can take some time to rest, reflect, and enjoy the people and moments that matter in your life - safely. All the best from all of us here at CFCC!
Go Sea Devils!
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Jim Morton, CFCC President |
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Here's a look at recent happenings at CFCC... |
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Congrats! CFCC Celebrates First Production Technician Graduation
October 21, 2020
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We are so proud of the first graduating class from our all-new Production Technician program! This 8-week class provides training in modern manufacturing and production-related fields.
Program schedule consists of safety awareness, production and process, and introduction to maintenance. Take a class of your choice or complete the full program.
Check out the program here
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Thank You: CFECA Supports CFCC Electrical Apprentices |
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John Downing, CFCC Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development and Tim Norris, Treasurer of the Cape Fear Electrical Contractors Association |
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CFCC's Electrical Apprenticeship program recently received $6,000 from the Cape Fear Electrical Contractor's Association (CFECA) to award scholarships to our program's electrical apprentices.
These scholarships will be awarded to dedicated apprentices at the end of their first year to help offset the cost of tools, books, and supplies essential to the electrical trade.
“CFECA’s support of CFCC apprentices is a true investment in our community,” said John Downing, CFCC Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development. “This generous gesture will help our apprentices persevere in the trade and continue to positively impact their families and our local economy.”
“The Cape Fear Electrical Contractors Association, Inc., is proud to dedicate this ongoing scholarship partnership with CFCC,” said Burton Vezina, Cape Fear Electrical Contractors Association, Inc. President. “This scholarship is made in memory of Robert C. Massengill, who was a consummate learner throughout his entire life and an example of the maxim 'you’re never too old to learn.’"
Read the full story here. Click here to learn more about CFCC's apprenticeship programs. |
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Thank You, Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron! |
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We're sending a huge thank you to Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron for its generous scholarship that will benefit CFCC Marine Technology students! We are so grateful for your support of our students!
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Pictured from left to right: Shane Fernando, Vice President of Advancement and the Arts, CFCC; Logan Thompson, Director of Philanthropy, CFCC Foundation, Otis White, Commander, Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron; Jason Rogers, Marine Technology Department Chair, CFCC; and Meg Morrison, Assistant Education Officer, Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron |
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Spring Registration Now Open! |
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Now's the time to advance your credentials, train for a new job, or take that class or two you've been meaning to. Act early to get the classes you want! Here's what you need to do to enroll:
1️⃣ Complete Residency Determination
2️⃣ Complete the application
3️⃣ Submit high school transcripts
4️⃣ Register for classes
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There's still time to take a class this winter |
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Get ahead, or start on next semester's course load! Our accelerated, 4-week online winter session starts November 30.
Check out our offerings of fully transferable classes here.
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Career & College Promise: Juniors and Seniors Can Get a Jump on Their Higher Education |
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Parents! Do you know your student can get a head start on earning college-level credits? That's right - and they can do it right here at CFCC! With Career and College Promise (CCP/Dual Enrollment), your kid can get ahead of the game by working on college while they are still in high school!
Then, it's easy! After CCP, finish your degree at CFCC!
Want to know more?
- Tuition is FREE - just pay fees and books
- Credits are transferable to colleges/universities
- CCP is a quicker path to a college/university degree
Call: 910.362.7754
cfcc.edu/ccp
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Halloween 2020? CFCC Nailed It! |
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This moment of creativity is sponsored by CFCC's Nail Technician students, who took advantage of this spooky fall holiday to hold a Halloween themed nail contest. Here are just a few of their fun designs. 💅🎃👻 |
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Congrats to Our First Detention Officer Grads!
October 23, 2020
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We're excited to announce we recently celebrated the first graduation of seven detention officers from our new Detention Law Institute course. Facilities represented in this class were from Pender and Cleveland County Detention Facilities.
“Cape Fear Community College is proud to offer this brand new specialized training course for detention facility personnel. CFCC continues to expand our partnership with local law enforcement agencies and detention facilities to provide valuable training for a service vital to keeping our community safe.”
—CFCC Director of Law Enforcement Programs, Tim Fuss
Get more information about this training here. |
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Pollinator Garden Helps Brighten Local After School Program |
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CFCC Landscape Gardening & Horticulture Science students recently installed a pollinator garden at Maides Park for a children's after-school program put on by the City of Wilmington Parks & Recreation. The garden, designed by a CFCC student, was chosen from a capstone course project. In addition to the garden design, there is educational material for the after-school students to learn more about pollination.
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Congrats to PTK President, Eric Donner - Scholarship Recipient |
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Eric Donner, CFCC's PTK President and also one of our incredible Landscape Gardening students, received a scholarship through the generosity of the Hobby Greenhouse Club. This scholarship will help Eric continue with his education, graduate in the spring of 2021, move to Las Vegas to open his own business, and achieve his dream of one day having his own landscape design in a famous Las Vegas hotel. We believe in you, Eric! |
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4Med+ Training at CFCC
Become a HIPAA Compliance Officer through our online training offered by 4Med+ . This Certified HIPAA Security for Compliance Officers (CHSP) course provides comprehensive training in HIPAA at the compliance officer level for practice managers, technology professionals, business associates, security officers, practice owners, and consultants.
4Med+ Accredited Online Training is available at a special discount through our partners at Cape Fear Community College. At checkout, apply coupon code CFCC20 to receive a 20% Discount.
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Check Out These Small Business Center Upcoming FREE Seminars! |
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CFCC Small Business Center offers so many great resources to assist our local small businesses. Here's a glimpse at a few upcoming events. Please attend if you can and tell a friend!
Webinar: Creating a Non-Profit: Nuts and Bolts of Grant Writing
Topic: Non-Profit
Thursday, November 12
6:00 - 7:15 pm
Online
Webinar: Business Tax Essentials
Topic: Tax Planning
Tuesday, November 17
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Online
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business (Part 3 of 5): Marketing Execution
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Thursday, November 19
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Room U-526: CFCC Union Station Building
This is just a snapshot of our seminars. View the entire list here. |
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CFCC celebrated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) this past month by sharing exciting instructor-led program exploration videos with our social media family. We highlighted static electric force with Physics, how to make fire with Chemistry, and identifying treasures in your own back yard with Geology. CFCC STEM classes range from biology and chemistry to math, science, chemical technology, electronics engineering, and more. With technology advancing more and more each day, our future workforce needs these skills now more than ever. Kudos to our next generation of innovators!
Special thanks to these amazing instructors:
Phil "Dr. Rocks" Garwood, Geology
Dr. Ryan McDonnell, Chemistry
Andrew Sumerel, Physics
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Sea Devils, We Think You're Pretty Great! |
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We're quickly approaching the end of our semester and looking forward to the beginning of the spring semester, and look at you, Sea Devils, you're almost there. YOU MAKE US PROUD! You've got this and we are here for you! Here is a tip to help motivate you to the finish line:
Look how far you've come. Pat yourself on the back, make a to-do list, and include a few accomplishments you're proud of. Check them off ✔️ YOU DID IT! Now, list two or three more goals you want to set for yourself for the remaining weeks in the semester. And remember, we've got your back. Lean on us! Check out the support services and resources we offer at cfcc.edu/services-and-support/
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Get Your ServSafe Certification at CFCC! |
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Do you work in the food industry? If so, consider this 16-hour ServSafe class credentialed by the National Restaurant Association.
Why Certify? Learn Food Safety and Enjoy More Job Opportunities!
Restaurant owners are looking for chefs and cooks with this certification, so having ServSafe on your resume may increase your job opportunities.
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There's still time to apply for scholarships!
The scholarship application cycle is open through November 30, 2020. Funds awarded will be applied to the spring 2021 semester. Get more info on the application process here. |
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CFCC Student Spotlight: Khadijah, You Inspire Us! |
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👋, 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 end-stage 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.
Khadijah, we can't wait to see the places you'll go! Look out world! #aweseomestudent #cfccrockstar
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New Aviso Student App Helps Students Connect With Advisor, Counselor, and Success Coach |
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Now students can get help and stay updated easier than ever with our new Aviso app! Students can:
- Connect quickly with their advisor and counselor
- Schedule meetings with their Success Team
- View courses, grades, andattendance in one place
- Receive push notifications for important messages on the App
- Easily use app on phones, tablets, and other mobile devices
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New Course Alert: Construction Core Skills |
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There is no better time to get into this field, with residential and commercial development on the rise. Students will be prepared for entry into craft skills trades with topics such as basic safety, introduction to construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, material handling, and communication skills. Scholarship opportunities are available!
Get information and register here. |
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Don't Miss Our Faculty Art Show - Through November 13 |
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There's still time to enjoy the amazing works of art by our Fine Arts Faculty. Join us here to view the show. |
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Associate Degree Nursing Info Session: November 18 |
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Did you know CFCC's ADN (Associate Degree Nursing) program is ranked #1 in North Carolina? Join our info session to learn more about this exceptional program and find out how you can start your nursing career!
When and where:
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Online Event - Access here
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CFCC Arts & Humanities Presents Animal Farm
PLEASE NOTE NEW DATES:
When: November 13, 18, and 19 at 7:00 pm | Gates open at 6:30 pm
Where: CFCC Union Station Amphitheater
Free parking in the Hanover Student Parking Deck
(2nd Street entrance via intersection of 2nd and Red Cross Streets)
Masks and social distancing required.
Admission is FREE, but reservations are required in advance. Go to WilsonCenterTickets.com, or call 910.362.7999 to reserve your space. Spots are limited to 24 tickets per performance in order to comply with safety guidelines set forth by state and local health officials. Click here for more information.
Learn more about CFCC's Associate in Fine Arts - Theatre program here. |
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Virtual One-Stop Enrollment with Q&A
Get information about:
- Choosing your major
- The admissions process
- Applying for financial aid
- Working with your advisor and registering for classes
Upcoming Dates:
Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00 pm
Tuesday, December 15 at 6:00 pm
Get login and call-in info here.
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Keep an eye on our social media for updates on program information sessions.
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News from the Wilson Center... |
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No Boundaries International Art Colony Returns to Wilma W. Daniels Gallery November 13-18 |
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Starting November 13, this amazing exhibition returns with a unique perspective! Because of the challenges and limitations from COVID-19, NBIAC has curated a retrospective experience, looking back to exciting and powerful works by previous national and international colony participants. This will be an in-person event and we will adhere to state and local safety guidelines for COVID-19.
There will be an opening reception at the Wilma W. Daniels Gallery on November 13, from 6-8 pm. This will be an indoor/outdoor event featuring live music. Again, we will adhere to state and local health requirements and masks will be required.
"This is the first year since the creation of No Boundaries that we have not had an art colony on Bald Head Island. Because we cannot easily leave the country, nor can artists easily come here, we have pulled from our existing collection in order to share works from around the world with Wilmington and the Cape Fear region."
—Vicky Smith, NBIAC
NBAIC was incorporated in 1998 by Pam Toll, Gayle Tustin, and Dick Roberts with the purpose of bringing artists from around the world together to enlighten one another and to share art, culture, and ideas with the greater community.
Join us for the exhibit here...
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Sign up for the Wilson Center mailing list here.
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