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College Powers Biofuels Workforce

Biofuels Equipment

"The growing biofuels industry needs the well-trained workforce that Central Carolina Community College can help provide," said Andrew McMahan, the college's Biofuels program coordinator.

Central Carolina was the first - and still is the only - community college in North Carolina to offer an Associate in Applied Science in Alternative Energy Technology: Biofuels. In the program, the dual focus is on biofuels knowledge and hands-on training with testing and production equipment. The result is workers prepared to step into the industry.

"We're positioning ourselves to stay at the forefront," McMahan said. "We're working as closely as possible with industry to stay on top of their needs and enhancing the educational experience for our biofuels students. If you want to get into this industry, Central Carolina Community College is the place to come and learn about it."

He said that with the Alternative Fuels Technology: Biofuels degree, graduates would be qualified to work as a plant technician or manager, lab technician, sales manager, or process coordinator. Graduates would also have the skills to start their own biofuels businesses.

The college's Chatham County Campus has been a biofuels education leader on the East Coast since it offered its first biofuels class in 2002. Rachel Burton, who became a co-founder of Piedmont Biofuels, Inc., in Pittsboro, brought the idea of biofuels classes to the college. The company and the biofuels program have a close partnership to encourage education in the field.

"The college's program is another way to bring more good people in that are knowledgeable," said Greg Austic, Piedmont Biofuels research coordinator. "We want people already trained to use the equipment we have." Artical End

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND CCCC

Lee FREE lunch for Campus Fund Drive has been planned!!

by Abby Walker, Foundation Administrative Assistant

Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 23rd!! Please join us for great food and fellowship as we celebrate Campus Fund Drive 2009!! For more imformation contact Abby at (919) 718-7332. Artical End

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Distance Ed. Training

by Lydia Farmer, Voc Tech Distance Education Coordinator

The Distance Ed. department has new and exciting trainings for everyone. Now available are brand new trainings geared at making your courses more engaging and student friendly!

We now have over 40 hours of staff development available through online, seated and hybrid trainings. We also have upcoming trainings scheduled at the Chatham and Harnett campuses.

Please visit our new webpage dedicated to these trainings: www.cccc.edu/de/train.

On this page you will find:

  • A calendar of all upcoming trainings
  • A description of all our trainings to help you decide if a particular training is right for you
  • A description of the different ways our trainings are administered (online, seated, or hybrid)
  • A place to sign up for all upcoming trainings Artical End

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Show Your Hope Auction to Benefit American Cancer Society

by Amanda Carter, Distance Education Coordinator

Show Your Hope Auction

On Wednesday, April 8 at 11:00 a.m. in the Student Center, students, staff, and faculty are all invited to gather and participate in the first annual Show Your Hope Auction to benefit the American Cancer Society.

Wild Bill will be helping the CCCC Relay for Life team auction off over 20 cakes donated from CCCC employees and families, as well as handmade and second chance jewelry. Don't miss your chance to get a great deal!

Please stop by and bring a friend or two to the auction. All proceeds will go to the CCCC Relay for Life team to benefit the American Cancer Society.

We look forward to seeing you there!

If you have questions regarding the auction, please contact one of the team co-captains, Amanda Carter at abcarter@cccc.edu or Bianka Stumpf at bstumpf@cccc.edu. Artical End

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Central Carolina Society for Human Resource Management Presents "JobSkills 09"

The Central Carolina Society for Human Resource Management program will be hosting "JobSkills 09" on Wednesday, April 8th at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. Contact George Clayton, (919) 718-6446, gclayton@cccc.edu, for more information. Artical End

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A Message From Mary Ellen O'Shields

by Mary Ellen O'Shields, CIT Instructor

A year ago on April 1, my gastroenterologist called to tell me that the polyp removed during my colonoscopy was malignant. Yes, I had colon cancer. Fortunately, I found an excellent surgical oncologist at UNC and scheduled my surgery for later in April. Then I informed the CCCC family of my situation. I urged those who were over 50 or those with a history of colon cancer in their families to have a colonoscopy. Now, a year later, after two surgeries and a long recovery period, I appear to be cancer-free. I'd like to thank all those who sent me cards or messages on my carepage.

A colonoscopy was the first step in saving my life. I'd also like to repeat my message and ask members of my CCCC family who are over 50 to take a first step and schedule a colonoscopy today! Thank you. Artical End

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Hair Show at Civic Center

Faculty and staff of CCCC are invited to attend "Intrigue," the Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Barbering Hair Show:

  • Monday, April 6, 2009
  • 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  • Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center Artical End

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CCCC Theatre Production

by Ellen Bland, Drama & Communications Instructor

Kudzu Poster

CCCC Theatre production students along with many community participants will present the musical comedy, Kudzu: A Southern Musical. The play is by Jack Herrick, Doug Marlette, and Bland Simpson, and based upon the comic strip "Kudzu" by the late Pulitzer Prize winning local artist Doug Marlette.

The shows will be:

  • April 24 - 8:00 p.m.
  • April 25 - 8:00 p.m.
  • April 26 - 3:00 p.m.
  • May 1 - 8:00 p.m.
  • May 2 - 8:30 p.m.
  • May 3 - 3:00 p.m.

All shows are at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsborough Street in Pittsboro. Seating is limited, and all seats are $12. You can purchase tickets at the Pittsboro campus or at www.brownpapertickets.com. The show is produced by arrangement with Samuel French Pub., and Chatham Mills Development Corp. Contact Ellen Bland, (919) 542-6595, ext. 225 for more information. Artical End

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CCCC Foundation Fundraising Events

2009 Campus Fund Drive

Mark your calendars! The 2009 Campus Fund Drive will be held April 20th - 24th. Your campus staff representatives are busy planning exciting events for this fun filled week. Any suggestions for this years fund drive can be made to your campus staff representatives:

  • Lee Campus: Laura Musselwhite, Linda Summey
  • Chatham Campus: Laura Lauffer, Sara Lambert
  • Harnett Campus: Carma Baggett, Mary Walker

Stay tuned for more details...

2009 Campus Fund Drive Golf Tournament

It's tee time! Practice your swing and grab your golf balls! The 2009 Campus Fund Drive Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, April 24th at Carolina Lakes Golf Course. 8:30 Shotgun start! See Jimmie Boggs to sign up.

  • $10 for CCCC employees
  • $20 for employee guests

Please pay Abby Walker/Foundation before noon on April 23rd! Artical End

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PERSONNEL NOTES

Cougar Profile

Vinnie Subramaniam

Vinnie Subramaniam
Chemistry Instructor, Lee County Campus

Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Vinnie Subramaniam and his wife, Juanda, now live in Fayetteville. Vinnie received his Ph.D. in Organic and Bi-Organic chemistry from Ohio State University. Juanda was also a student at OSU, earning her Doctor of Medicine degree. The couple met at a Bible study class.

Before coming to CCCC, Vinnie was a visiting Assistant Professor at East Carolina University. He has worked for CCCC for seven months. Vinnie likes the smaller class size at the college.

"Smaller classes are allowing me to have an excellent rapport with my students and customize my teaching methods to meet student needs," he said.

When asked why he wanted to work for CCCC, Vinnie replied that it was always a dream of his to serve at a teaching-oriented institution.

"I have a strong passion for teaching chemistry," he said.

Vinnie said his family is a place where they celebrate multicultural and multiracial backgrounds, being he is from India and Juanda is African-American. Whenever Vinnie is not at work he enjoys studying the Bible, following college basketball, and playing chess. He also likes to cook - but just meals that do not take more than 30-40 minutes.

Something interesting about Vinnie - his first name, Vinodhkumar, means "he who is unique." Artical End

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News From the CCCC Family

A good friend and supporter of CCCC, Thomas M. Haislip Sr., passed away on Tuesday, March 31. In 2000, he and his family endowed a scholarship for nursing in memory of Barbara Simpson Haislip. The family has requested for memorials be made to this endowment. Personal condolences may be made to:

  • Ms. Brooks Gage
  • 2201 Lord Ashley Dr.
  • Sanford, NC 27330

or

  • Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Haislip Jr.
  • 2307 Rockwood Drive
  • Sanford, NC 27330Artical End

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Birthdays

Birthday Cake
4/04 Allen Howington
4/05 Latasha McIver
4/06 George McLamb
4/06 Nancy Guy
4/06 David Porter
4/07 Gary Kibler
4/09 Vivian Rosser
4/16 Rebecca Clary
4/21 Kassandra Lyles
4/24 Gina Del Vecchio
4/25 Wendy Cotton
4/26 MontE Christman
4/28 Charlotte Baggett
4/29 Mavis Carter

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Dates to Remember

Planner

Apr. 6 - Administrative Staff Meeting

Apr. 6 - Hair Show at the Civic Center, 11:00 a.m.

Apr. 8 - Show Your Hope Auction to Benefit American Cancer Society, Lee County Campus Student Center, 11:00 a.m.

Apr. 10-13 - Easter Holiday

Apr. 20-24 - CCCC Foundation Fundraising Drive

Apr. 21 - CCCC Foundation Board Meeting - Harnett Campus

Apr. 22 - Board of Trustees Meeting held at the Chatham County Campus

Apr. 27 - Circle of Excellence, Civic Center, 3-5 p.m.

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CCCC-BAY

Things For Sale, For Adoption or for Free

For Sale: A 90 foot beige and white couch with four pillows, in good condition. Over stuffed recliner that is medium blue, a two-drawer like new file cabinet. The couch comes with two slip covers. $200.00 for all. Call Joe at (919) 353-2153.

For Sale: Two (black) large speakers in good condition. $20.00 each. Call Joe at (919) 353-2153.

Need Some Extra Cash: Deep River Elementary School presents The Spring Bazaar on April 25th. Rain date will be May 2. Set-up starts at 7:00 a.m.; Sale starts at 8:00 a.m. Deep River PTO will be selling parking spaces at the school for The Spring Bazaar. Space Sizes are 8 1/2 feet x 17 feet. Spaces will be $20.00 each. There are 90 spaces available. You can sell: Yard sale items, Craft items, Face painting, or Bake sale items. If you cannot participate and would like to help out you can donate items for the PTO booth to sell and the profits will go to the school. We ask that you do not send clothes. The booth renter can keep all profits. Contact Deep River Elementary School at (919) 776-2722 for more information. Artical End

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COUGAR BITE-BACKS

Compliments, Complaints, Comments

Have something you would like to get off your chest? Send your letters and your news to marketing@cccc.edu. The editors reserve the right to select what will be printed and to edit material to fit the space available. Artical End

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