A Message from the President

Dear Sea Devil Community,

At Cape Fear Community College, we are proud to be part of a groundbreaking collaboration, the New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership, working to strengthen our region's healthcare workforce. Supported by a $22.3 million investment from The Endowment, this partnership unites CFCC, UNC Wilmington, New Hanover County Schools, and the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce with a shared vision to build a sustainable healthcare pipeline that meets the evolving needs of our community.

On June 9, our partners came together to update the community on our progress in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. During this gathering, I was proud to highlight that in 2024 alone, Cape Fear Community College awarded nursing students more than $255,000 in scholarships, $510,000 in housing stipends, and essential support through emergency and exam assistance.

These figures reflect more than financial aid; they represent lives transformed, dreams realized, and a stronger, healthier community. Together, we're breaking down barriers to education and building robust support systems that empower students to succeed while meeting the region's urgent workforce needs.

We're grateful to our partners and The Endowment for believing in the potential of our students and the future of healthcare in New Hanover County. This partnership models what's possible when education, innovation, and community come together with a common purpose. I would also like to thank the CFCC employees whose vision, hard work, and commitment helped bring this initiative to life. Their efforts have made a lasting impact not only on our students but on the broader community we serve. To learn more about our work and the students we impact, visit newhanoverhealthcarecareerpartnership.com.

Jim Morton

CFCC President

Surf City Groundbreaking

On June 2, CFCC held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the 10,500-square-foot expansion of the Surf City campus. The new addition will double the facility’s size and include workforce development labs, a biology lab, a veterans support center, and more. This project marks a significant step in expanding student and community services.

In Case You Missed It

CFCC is excited to announce the launch of two new certificate programs, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. These programs are designed to help credentialed imaging professionals advance their careers and specialize in two of the most in-demand imaging modalities in modern healthcare.

Eligible veterans and military-affiliated students can now use their Veterans Affairs education benefits to cover tuition and fees for CFCC's CDL Truck Driving and Paramedic programs, two high-demand career training paths.

Beginning this fall, students can enroll in a cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence program that blends hands-on training with foundational coursework—preparing graduates for high-demand careers in AI and machine learning.

Featured Sea Devils

Jessica Christianson, a recent CFCC graduate and military spouse, first discovered the Occupational Therapy Assistant program in 2017, but chose to put her education on hold to raise her growing family. Seven years and two children later, she returned to CFCC and proudly achieved her goal.

CFCC Visual Arts graduates Parker Spencer and Jordan O’Brien recently returned to campus as guest speakers for Digital Arts Day. They shared how hands-on classes and supportive instructors helped shape their digital creation and game design careers. The event offered current students valuable insights into real-world creative opportunities.

Originally from Mexico, Maricarmen is doing something new at Cape Fear Community College. She is currently enrolled in English as a Second Language and online Adult High School courses, a combination that hasn't traditionally been offered at CFCC.

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