CFCC News

January 6, 2009

Classes Begin

Late Registration, Drop, Add 9am - 6pm

January 7, 2009

Drop/Add only 9am - 6pm

CFCC’s student-run esthetics  salon is now open for business!

Services and costs include: Microcurrent Facial - $50.00; Microdermabrasion $50.00; Spa 108 Signature Relaxation Facial - $20.00; Paraffin Facial - $20.00; Back Facial - $20.00; Chemical “Peels” - $10.00; Hair removal - Brows - 6:00, Face - $6.00, Back - $20.00, Legs - $10.00 half legs/$20.00 whole legs; Lash and brow tint - $8.00 each area; and Makeup consultation and application $6.00.

The student spa is located in the CFCC Cosmetology building at 901 North Third Street. Appointments are available Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. Please call (910) 471-8508 to schedule an appointment.

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WILMINGTON - The Wachovia Foundation donated $2,000 in scholarship funds to Cape Fear Community College for the 2008-2009 academic year. The donation will provide four merit-based scholarships in the amount of $500 to students from low- to moderate-income households enrolled in one of CFCC’s business programs.  With these scholarships, the Wachovia Foundation aims to help CFCC attract bright students who may not, otherwise, enroll or remain in college because of financial struggles. The four scholarships will also help close the widening gap between the number of students in need of scholarship and the number of scholarships available to students enrolled in CFCC’s Business Programs.

Currently, there are 582 students enrolled in Cape Fear Community College’s business programs. With an ever-increasing need for highly skilled professionals in this area, this program is in strong demand. 

CFCC helps boost the economy of New Hanover and Pender counties by generating an additional $435 million in business sales and $192 million in labor income. Ninety-nine percent of CFCC graduates reported that they were employed full time one year after graduation. Employer satisfaction with customized training of CFCC graduates is 100 percent. By donating this generous gift, the Wachovia Foundation is not only aiding four business students, but also boosting the local economy.

To learn more about helping the Cape Fear Community College Foundation, call 910-362-7331 or visit http://cfcc.edu/foundation/.

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CFCC Nursing Program Receives $25,000 Endowed Scholarship Fund

Margaret Weller-Stargell, President of the Willie Stargell Foundation, recently presented a gift of $25,000 to Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) to establish the Willie Stargell Foundation Nursing Endowed Scholarship Fund. The fund will be used to award scholarships to students in CFCC’s nursing program who have a specialized interest in patients in varying stages of renal disease. Students must have at least a 2.5 grade point average to qualify for the scholarship, as well as a documented interest in caring for patients with renal problems and complications.

The Willie Stargell Foundation provides funds to support research and treatment for those individuals battling kidney disease. CFCC honored Weller-Stargell Thursday, August 21 with an intimate luncheon to thank her for the Foundation’s generous donation. “While Willie was receiving treatment I realized there was such an immense need for specialized care, specifically for individuals being treated for kidney disease. It was important for me to donate to CFCC’s nursing program because I know these students will have the opportunity to offer this greatly needed specialized care to their patients in the future,” she shared.

CFCC’s health care programs have garnered an outstanding reputation among the local health care community by earning a stunning one hundred percent pass rate on their respective certification exams year after year.

For every dollar taxpayers invest in CFCC, $2.36 is returned back to the local community. CFCC helps boost the economy of New Hanover and Pender counties by generating an additional $435 million business sales and $192 million in labor income, according to a recent study released by the North Carolina Community College System. For more information about the College, Foundation, endowments, or scholarship opportunities, please contact the Cape Fear Community College Foundation at (910) 362-7331.

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CFCC Dedicates Surf City Campus to Longtime Pender County Resident

SURF CITY - Residents of eastern Pender County will soon have a permanent campus of Cape Fear Community College located nearby thanks to the generosity of one of its long-time residents.

On Friday, August 8 at 10 a.m., college officials joined Pender County leaders to officially dedicate a future campus in Surf City to Alston W. Burke, who donated the land located on NC 210 to the college to be used to offer classes and job training opportunities to the residents of eastern Pender County. The 25-acre site was donated specifically to be used by the community college after officials searched for months for a suitable location.

The Alston W. Burke Campus is intended to serve residents from the eastern part of Pender County. The Surf City Town Council and the Pender County Board of Commissioners have designated funds to help pay for construction of a 30,000 square-foot classroom building on the campus, which is expected to cost $6 million.

Speakers during the ceremony included CFCC President Eric McKeithan, Vice Chairman of the Pender County Commissioners Jimmy Tate, Surf City Mayor Zander Guy, and Teresa Batts, a family friend who spoke of Mr. Burke’s behalf. During remarks on Burke’s behalf, Batts said that Mr. Burke has been blessed throughout his lifetime and he wanted to give something back to make other people’s dreams come true.

“Donating this land that we stand upon, opportunities will be given to broaden the minds of both the young and old,” Batts said.  A former school teacher, coach and principal, Burke is a strong proponent of education and expressed high aspirations for the students who will attend CFCC in the future.

“I would like to see every student who attends this new facility strive to succeed in their chosen life’s work and always be thankful and appreciative to those who have helped them prepare for their future — their home, church and school. Success comes to those that work hard and are prepared when opportunities arise.”

“Education is the answer. With CFCC coming to Surf City, my days will be filled with a smile knowing that I have made a difference in the community that I call home.”

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Cape Fear Community College Foundation raises a record-breaking $257,325 for scholarships at luncheon

Former Governor Jim Hunt delivered keynote to more than 450 guests at fund-raiser

WILMINGTON, N.C. Cape Fear Community College Foundation raised $257,325 for student scholarships during its fourth annual “Changing Lives Through the Gift of Education,” luncheon. That is more than $82,000 more than was raised at last year’s event and brings the year’s total scholarship fund to more than $1.3 million.

In the keynote address, one of the nation’s leading advocates for education, former Governor Jim Hunt discussed the merits of higher education to a crowd of more than 450 business people gathered at the Schwartz Center on Thursday, May 22. Governor Hunt, who is the only governor of North Carolina elected to four terms, addressed the importance of supporting and strengthening our state’s community college system.

“We are honored to have Governor Hunt’s support for Cape Fear Community College,” said Margaret Robison, Executive Director of the CFCC Foundation.

“He is a true champion of higher education and clearly sees the important role that a strong community college system plays in growing the local economy. Studies show that for each dollar spent educating CFCC students, more than $2.36 is returned to the local community.”

Attendees also had the opportunity to see presentations about various programs within the college and hear from students who have received Foundation scholarships.

“Without scholarships, it would have been difficult for me to afford to go to school,” said recent CFCC graduate Dawn Hale.

“I am very grateful for the support of the Foundation, and also the generosity of our community. CFCC students like myself are very fortunate to have the Foundation working on our behalf.”

Governor Hunt is the only governor of North Carolina to be elected for four terms (1977-1985; 1993-2001) and he is one of the foremost proponents of higher education throughout the country. Top business leaders across the country describe Governor Hunt as a national pioneer in education and economic reform. The Editorial Projects in Education Research Center recently named Governor Hunt one of the ten most influential people in American education, along with Bill Gates, President George Bush and former President Bill Clinton.

Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is one of the oldest and largest community colleges in North Carolina. Approximately 27,000 students take courses at the college each year. The college offers 60 technical job-training programs, a college transfer program and continuing education courses. CFCC boosts the New Hanover and Pender county economies by generating more than $435 million annually in business sales and $192 million in labor income. To learn more about helping the Cape Fear Community College Foundation, call (910) 362-7331 or visit http://cfcc.edu/foundation/.

CFCC INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS SWEEP AWARDS AT REGIONAL CONFERENCE

WILMINGTON - Three Cape Fear Community College students recently swept the prestigious 2008 Otto Zenke Interior Design Competition, taking first, second and third place. The competition was held as part of the American Society of Interior Design Carolinas Chapter Annual Conference in Myrtle Beach on April 26.

The students competed against colleges from North and South Carolina, defeating students from UNC Greensboro, Meredith College, East Carolina University, Appalachian State University, and Western Carolina University and others.”This is a great honor for a wonderful group of students,” said Cindy Parker, lead instructor of CFCC’s interior design program.

CFCC’s winning students included: Jessie Jeffries, who won first place with $750 and a plaque. Lindsay Medford won second place with $500 and a plaque, and Renee Smith won third place with $250 and a plaque. In addition to the individual prizes, the Interior Design program won $750 and a plaque.

The goal of the project was much more than to design a good-looking room. The project was to create a two-level office and residential space that the students had to research, plan and ultimately design.  Students had to follow specific criteria, much like they would in working with an actual client. The design had to adhere to many specifications like building codes and aesthetic appeal. The students worked on the project for approximately three months in which they developed concepts from the criteria, created space planning in CAD drawings, rendered perspectives and elevations and selected sustainable finishes for the projects. The specific focus was on using sustainable products and ADA guidelines.

This project also utilized sustainable and innovative products while creating a functional, and aesthetic setting for the two spaces involved.  The final work included numerous CAD drawings and hand rendered illustrations to demonstrate their plans, in addition to the selection of products and specifications.

The students worked on the project from January until the end of March as it was an extensive and demanding project. Parker was very proud of the winners, but also was very proud of all the students who entered who also had fabulous entries.  Although it is not a requirement of the contest, the program required that all students send their entries.  

“It was an impressive site to see CFCC projects overshadow the competition,” Parker said.

The class project was completed in Commercial/Contract Design II which was taught by Eliddia Mader. Additional support was given by Ernest Fernandez and Parker who consulted.

CFCC Student Inducted as Regional VP for Phi Theta Kappa

Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is proud to announce that Erica Spivey, a current CFCC student, has been inducted as the 2008-09 Regional Vice President of North Carolina for the international honor society, Phi Theta Kappa.  As Vice President, Erica will represent North Carolina at regional and national conferences and events.  Along with other officers, she will develop regional goals and organize events and activities for all of the NC chapters of Phi Theta Kappa. 

CFCC’s chapter, Alpha Chi Sigma, won many awards at this year’s regional banquet in Clemmons, North Carolina, where thirty chapters attended from community colleges across the Carolinas.  Along with being elected as Regional Vice President, Erica Spivey won one of the awards given to the most distinguished chapter president.

“Erica has been a leader on campus, in the community, and has unlimited potential. She has started a mentor program, promoted recycling on campus, and leads by example in every endeavor she undertakes,” says Jason Earnhardt, Phi Theta Kappa Advisor.

Phi Theta Kappa’s mission is two-fold:  1) to recognize and encourage the academic achievement of two-year college students and (2) to provide opportunities for individual growth and development through participation in honors, leadership, service, and fellowship programming.

As Regional Vice President, Erica will focus on the honors topic, “Paradox of Affluence:  Choices, Challenges, and Consequences.”  The honor’s topic is international within Phi Theta Kappa and encourages the study and exploration of the topic through case study and chapter activities.  Erica believes it is important for students to realize both the pros and cons of choices and she dedicates much of her time to mentoring and educating others on this and other important topics.

WILMINGTON - Dr. Peter Lyons, Commissioner of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, recognized Cape Fear Community College’s Nuclear Maintenance Technician program during a visit to CFCC’s North Campus on May 1, 2008.

The commissioner’s visit celebrated the North Carolina Community College System’s approval of the CFCC Nuclear Maintenance Technician program as an official two-year associate in applied science degree program.   Unique to CFCC, the program prepares students to work as technicians in the nuclear energy industry, including duties inside the reactor containment buildings of commercial nuclear power plants. 

Following a tour of CFCC’s training facilities, Dr. Lyons spoke to an audience of about 100 students, college staff and local business leaders at the BB&T Auditorium at the McKeithan Center. During his remarks, he stressed the importance of partnerships between industry and education to train future generations of nuclear technicians. 

“We must have a solid foundation of highly trained and skilled workers to ensure success for an increased safe and secure utilization of nuclear energy,” Dr. Lyons stated. 

“I believe that augmenting the college’s courses in the sciences and humanities, with practical experience at nuclear facilities and with specialized training at GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy’s facilities in California and in North Carolina, is a very beneficial innovation that will ensure students are well prepared for these careers,” Lyons added. 

Students in the Nuclear Maintenance Technician program receive a stipend and free tuition from Granite Services, International, a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy.