Cougar Bytes for Friday, Jan. 22, 2021
Cougar Bytes
Friday, Jan. 22, 2021
Vol. XIV, No. 1
The next issue of COUGAR BYTES will
be published on
Friday, Feb. 26, 2020.
IN THIS ISSUE
- CCCC EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH!
- WOW! WHAT A TEAM!
- CCCC FEATURED
- PERSONNEL NOTES
- CONTRIBUTE
CCCC Employee of the Month!
Full-Time Employee of the Month: Tanasha Murchison
"Tanasha is the single most dependable and reliable person I have ever worked with. She's also always willing to do what is asked, and the work product she delivers is always top notch. She's the glue that holds [us] together."
"[Tanasha is] a pleasure to work with, she takes pride and joy in helping others - faculty and students alike. She is highly competent, takes appropriate initiative, is a good communicator with a good work ethic, and is warm, personable, and caring. She also has many different responsibilities, as she supports many different individuals and seems to proficiently manage all of her support and other administrative duties. She is the kind of employee that I want to be more like."
"...Tanasha is the "face" of the Sustainability and Culinary departments and she is always professional, helpful and kind. She is on top of schedules and deadlines and is always helpful in gentle reminders that we, the faculty, remember and stay on top of those deadlines as well."
"Tanasha has assisted full-time and adjunct faculty in many capacities, including being a liaison for instructors who need to get items to students at various times, locating people and resources when needed and not possible for me to complete in person (sometimes my "eye-in-the-sky"), generally being helpful to make the work of others flow more smoothly."
Tanasha Murchison
Administrative Assistant, Culinary Arts & SustainabilityHow long have you worked for CCCC?
Over 10 years.
What brought you to CCCC?
A family member saw an ad in the newspaper and encouraged me to apply. I did and I've been here ever since.
Describe what you do for CCCC.
I am the Administrative Assistant for the Culinary Arts & Sustainabilty program. I assist students, faculty and staff with their needs as they arise. I am also the receptionist for for the Sustainable Building greeting and directing customers to appropriate personnel.
Where were you born?
Chapel Hill.
Where did you grow up?
Sanford.
Educational credentials?
M.A. Human Resources Management, Webster University; B.S. Business Administration - UNCG
Tell us about your family!
My amazing parents recently celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary on January 9th. From this union brought my sister and I who are three years apart, but everyone thinks we are twins. She is an undergraduate and graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill currently working as a nurse at UNC.
What are some of your hobbies or other interests outside of CCCC?
I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and planning family gatherings. During COVID, I've learned to use Zoom to plan family events such as family game night.
What superhero power would you most like to have?
To teleport in order to be with more family and friends.
What is your favorite meal?
No particular meal, but I enjoy Italian food.
Anything else you'd like to share with the CCCC family?
I am thankful to be a part of such great community of people who displays the true definition of family. I appreciate my CCCC family for choosing me to be the December Employee of the Month.
WOW! WHAT A TEAM!
Salute to CCCC Employees
Central Carolina Community College Phi Theta Kappa conducted an Employee Appreciation Project. Thank you to our PTK students who put this project together to salute CCCC employees! We appreciate all of our students!
Once downloaded, be sure to run the PowerPoint as a slideshow for the full effect (there is background music, too). PTK CCCC Employee Appreciation Project.
Town Hall Meeting Feb. 3
The next scheduled Town Hall Meeting will be at 3 p.m. on Feb. 3. Keep an eye out for the meeting link.
Please click on Town Hall Topics/Questions if you would like to share suggestions regarding topics to be addressed during the Town Hall Meeting.
Chatham Magazine's Women of Achievement
Congratulations to CCCC's Melissa Fogarty, Medical Assisting Program Director and Lead Instructor, for being named to the Chatham Magazine's Women of Achievement. Melissa is featured in The Women's Issue, April 2020 (pg 44-45). Read the full issue here.
Foundation is Here to Help
The Foundation is Here to Help!
Not only do we strive to assist our students,
we are here to help YOU as well!
Equipment needs
Program needs
Funds for upcoming projects
Professional Development opportunities
Success stories we can share
Student needs/scholarships
I would love the opportunity to speak with you!
Please contact me so we can get started on a plan
for you and your program!
As always, thank you for all you do!
Abby Walker
awalker@cccc.edu
(919) 718-7332
Upcoming Book Release
Image by Peyton Sickles at Sickles Photography
MINE BY DESIGN, a political romantic suspense by Becky Moore (Dolly Sickles), will be released February 3, 2021 by the Wild Rose Press. Read the full media release.
Becky is an adjunct instructor in the continuing education Creative Writing Program. Congratulations, Becky!
Looking for Hidden Talent
Certified Zumba Instructor? Homemade Pasta Wiz? Student Activities wants YOU!
Student Activities is looking for the hidden talent of the CCCC family to showcase in online programs. We are looking for any class, activity, or program that a student can easily do at home with materials they already have. Examples could include: origami, scrapbooking, yodeling, salsa dancing, etc. Whatever makes your heart happy, we want to show!
The goal is to have a live event that is recorded and posted for a few weeks so our students can visit and revisit the program.
Interested? Contact Samantha Carroll at scarroll@cccc.edu.
Congratulations Medical Sonography Program Director
Please join me in congratulating Soni Sundquist on her promotion to Program Director for the Medical Sonography Program.
Soni brings 15 years of experience as a Registered Sonographer; with supervisory positions included, and one-year experience as a Clinical Coordinator/Faculty member to this position. She was also an integral part of the accreditation site visit for the Medical Sonography Program, which will allow our students to take the National Exam to become Registered Sonographers. We are incredibly lucky that Soni was promoted into this leadership role within the Health Sciences and Human Services division.
Congratulations, Soni, and welcome to our leadership team! Thank you for serving as the Interim Program Director and we look forward to supporting you as you transition into the permanent Program Director role.
CCCC FEATURED
Spotlight on New Faculty and Staff
Spotlight: Faculty
Jonathon "Jon" Lore
Jonathon "Jon" Lore has joined the CCCC family as Lead Welding Instructor.
"I enjoy sharing knowledge, creating ability, and achieving success through others' growth," said Lore, who was born and raised in Bay City, Mich. He is an American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector and Educator - and he holds a Certificate of Apprenticeship Training as a Welding Technician from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Lore, who says his most interesting job before CCCC was working in the aerospace industry, says that what he likes about community colleges are the good blue collars values and investment in communities they serve.
Lore notes that welding is one of the most diverse careers someone can choose. "It is one of the cornerstone trades that creates and maintains the world's economies," he said. "With work and determination, you can accomplish anything you choose. Successful completion of the CCCC Welding Program will open many doors to a bountiful future."
Lore and his wife, Lee, and dog, Benny, reside in Carthage. Daughter Brianna lives in Michigan. His parents are currently retired in Aiken, S.C.
Amazing fact about Lore: "I can still swim a 50 freestyle in under 30 seconds!"
Spotlight: Staff
Dr. Jaime McLeod
Dr. Jaime McLeod is CCCC's Instructional Designer/Trainer.
"I love to teach and help people grow. Much of instructional design work is done through training and assisting instructors one-on-one. There are a lot of opportunities to help others and teach in this role," said McLeod, a native of Moore County who has a Master's degree from East Carolina University and a Doctorate of Education from Wingate University.
McLeod, who is a community college graduate himself, says that individuals who seek to improve their lives through education are an inspiration to him. "People who have the courage to spend time investing in themselves for long term benefits are heroic," said McLeod. "They not only improve themselves through education, but they also send a strong positive message to their friends and family."
McLeod notes that he enjoys the friendly and welcoming environment at CCCC. "CCCC has hired some wonderful people over the years. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with them," said McLeod.
He offers this message to future students: "Now is a perfect time to start your educational journey. Take advantage of having a community college in your local area where the people are ready to help you every step of the way."
Amazing fact about McLeod: "I was homeschooled for most of my K-12 education. It is interesting to see how many children are now homeschooling and learning online due to our current circumstances."
QEP Corner: My Academic Pathway
Introducing the GPS Passport!
New students entering this semester will be using our new Aviso GPS Passport! It is a way for students to have a structured introduction to resources and support as they begin their time at CCCC. Students may ask advisors or coaches about "a plan" or "a task" that was assigned to them in Aviso. Please encourage your students to complete these tasks, it will help them get started and stay on track.
GPS Passport Weeks 1-3:
Here are the first tasks assigned to new Spring 2021 students:
- Make a Time Management Schedule
- Find and Meet Your Advisor
- Create a Habit of Checking Cougarmail, Blackboard, and Aviso Regularly
Learn more about My Academic Pathway by visiting our website!
Notes from Institutional Effectiveness & Research
CCCC's 2020 IPEDS Data Feedback Report
CCCC's 2020 IPEDS Data Feedback Report is ready for review! The Data Feedback Report provides institutions a context for examining the data they submitted to IPEDS. The data is from the most recent data from the 2018-2019 academic year. The report includes a list of pre-selected comparison group institutions.
Spring Outcomes & Assessment Checklist:
We're halfway through our outcomes and assessment cycle for this year! Here's a helpful reminder of outcomes and assessment topics to review throughout Spring 2021:
Institutional Effectiveness & Research is your home for accreditation, strategic planning, outcomes & assessment, and institutional research!
Red Clay Review
Read and download the complete 2019 issue of Red Clay Review.
June Guralnick has created performance projects and multi-media installations at venues including the Kennedy Center, Abrons Arts Centre/Henry Street Settlement Theatre, Southern Appalachian Repertory Theater, Burning Coal Theatre, Spirit Square, AS220, the North Carolina Museum of Art--and beamed to the Space Station! June is currently an instructor with the CCCC Creative Writing Program.
Sound, Sound the Clarion by June Guralnick
Ship records, Ellis Island archives, frayed postcards yield no clues.
Maybe the cornet traveled with him from the old country,
an orphan spared the aborted lullabies of his Russian youth.
Or perhaps it was pay-off for a well-placed bet,
(a deal at Louie's Pawn next to the pickle stand).
Up at five, in practiced hands by six, Grandy made daily love to his shapely horn,
(moistened lips, pulsating hands firing up quivering notes).
Who could resist the snaking tones, slurs, shouts and sighs-
his Golden Fleece of gleeful harmony and engraved desire?
"Sound, sound the clarion, fill the fife
Throughout the sensual world proclaim, one crowded hour of glorious life..."*
Gone, gone your music when you breathed your last, Grandy.
But your song forever rings out from sea to shining sea.
*by Thomas Osbert Mordaunt
PERSONNEL NOTES
Your Help is Needed
Gracie Palmer, one of our wonderful custodians, recently suffered a tragic fire in her home. She and her family have lost everything. The Library and Custodial staffs are collecting items to help her through this difficult time.
We welcome donations of toiletries and clothes, as well as money to put toward a gift card. If anyone has anything they are able to donate, please contact Samantha O'Connor at soconnor@cccc.edu or Buzz (Henry) Wilson at (919) 935-2855 to arrange a time to drop off items at the Lee Campus Library.
If you wish to send a card, please send it to the library via interoffice mail or drop it off with a donation, and we will make sure Gracie gets it!
2021 Pay Dates
| MONTH | DUE DATE | PAY DATE |
| January | January 29, 2021 | |
| February | Feb. 10, 2021 | Feb. 26, 2021 |
| March | March 10, 2021 | March 31, 2021 |
| April | April 9, 2021 | April 30, 2021 |
| May | May 10, 2021 | May 28, 2021 |
| June | June 3, 2021 * | June 30, 2021 |
| July | July 8, 2021 | July 30, 2021 |
| August | Aug. 10, 2021 | Aug. 31, 2021 |
| September | Sept. 10, 2021 | Sept. 30, 2021 |
| October | Oct. 8, 2021 | Oct. 29, 2021 |
| November | Nov. 10, 2021 | Nov. 30, 2021 |
| December | Dec. 2, 2021** | Dec. 21, 2021 |
* Payroll is due EARLIER due to fiscal year end
** Payroll is due EARLIER due to early pay date in December
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP can provide resources to assist you and your family. EAP stands for Employee Assistance Program. It is a benefit provided by CCCC and covers you and anyone in your household. Read this attachment for more information on how to access this program.
Please contact Trinity Faucett with any questions.
Birthdays
| 1/22 | Mary Burke |
| 1/22 | James Fry III |
| 1/24 | Richard Love |
| 1/24 | Abby Walker |
| 1/24 | Hampton Williams |
| 1/24 | Jason Ziebart |
| 1/26 | Mary Schmid-Carter |
| 1/27 | Walter Creswell |
| 1/27 | Benjamin Falero |
| 1/27 | Tina Godbey |
| 1/27 | Mark Hall |
| 1/27 | Joshua Johnson |
| 1/27 | Laura Musselwhite |
| 2/1 | Latoya Brower |
| 2/1 | Kathy Sheffield |
| 2/2 | Carol Johnson |
| 2/2 | Justin West |
| 2/3 | Jessica Gonzalez |
| 2/3 | Mary Parker |
| 2/3 | Karen Sasser |
| 2/5 | Vicky Clark |
| 2/5 | Leslie Matthews |
| 2/6 | Kymberli Barker |
| 2/6 | John Lavere |
| 2/11 | Kelly Klug |
| 2/13 | Lindsay Tipton |
| 2/14 | Gary Beasley |
| 2/14 | Barbara Campbell |
| 2/15 | Kevin Carter |
| 2/15 | Haley Thomas |
| 2/16 | Julia Herbon |
| 2/17 | Robin Smith |
| 2/18 | Adena Mitchell |
| 2/19 | Charles Guin |
| 2/22 | Zeickia Ledwell |
| 2/24 | Janice Heller |
| 2/25 | Heather McKenzie |
| 2/26 | Regina Minter |
| 2/27 | Sylvester King |
| 2/28 | Chesure Tate |
| 2/28 | Lauren Winkens |
| 2/29 | David Malenick |
If you would prefer not to be listed or if your name does not appear as you'd like, please email marketing@cccc.edu and let us know!
News From The CCCC Family
We are deeply saddened that former CCCC Trustee Nancy Pickard has passed away. Follow this link to share a memory of Nancy or leave a message of condolence.
We so sadly want to inform everyone of the passing of one of our long-time instructors, Larry Foster. Larry Dale Foster, age 67, of Sanford, passed away on Dec. 31, at his home surrounded by family.
In his retirement he dedicated his time to teaching and mentoring students in the BLET Program to become certified law enforcement officers, as the Law Enforcement Coordinator for Central Carolina Community College.
In lieu of flowers, the family will be setting up a scholarship fund for future law enforcement officers. A visitation time and service will be scheduled at a later date.
The family would like to extend their love and gratitude to Larry's many friends and colleagues for their continued support shown to them during his illness.
We sadly inform everyone that Robin Smith, Harnett Cosmetology Administrative Specialist, Barbering, Cosmetology, and Esthetics at HMC, lost her mother, Carolyn Wilton, age 78, on Dec. 27. Please keep Robin in your prayers and visit here to post messages of sympathy.
We sadly want to inform everyone that Brittney Goldston's grandmother, Mrs. Betty Johnson of Siler City, peacefully transitioned Saturday, Dec. 26, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. A graveside service was held Jan. 1. Let's keep Brittany and her family in our thoughts and prayers.
We sadly want to inform everyone that Kevin Coleman's (HCI Welding Instructor) father passed away on Dec. 26. Please keep Kevin in your thoughts and visit here to post messages of sympathy.
We sadly want to inform everyone that Adam Wade, Director of Admissions, Grandmother, Hazel Lassiter Collier, aged 93, passed away on December 19. Please keep Adam and his family in your thoughts. Visit here to post message of sympathy.
Cougar Kudos
We love recognizing our peers in our college family! In addition to our Annual Awards and Employee of the Month program, don't forget about Cougar Kudos.
Cougar Kudos is a quick and anonymous way to send a note of appreciation or a pat on the back directly to a colleague. You can find the link on the CAE homepage. A little note of appreciation goes a long way!
*Your name and email address will be kept confidential and not sent with your message.
FACULTY AND STAFF ONLINE
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Digital NCDo you write a blog, have a Twitter account, or Facebook page for your department or classroom? Share your link! Send to Marketing.
COUGAR PETS
Cougar Pets News
Cougar Pets are proceeding with adoptions for all of our animals who are already spayed/neutered. If the animal hasn't been spayed and neutered, then we notify the applicant that we will hold them until PPE resources become more readily available, and we can get the animal into surgery or we can suggest alternative pets that may have similar qualities for what they are looking for.
We are not able to host any meet-and-greets right now, so we are doing adoption trials in home with pets that we think might be compatible. If they aren't a good fit for the household, then we can pick them up.
Meet Leonardo
My name is Leonardo. I am a 2-year-old male that would love to come home with you! I am a playful little boy that enjoys attention. One of my favorite things to do is hang out in boxes! If I'm not in a box, I'm chasing cat toys. I am very sweet and love to be loved! I cannot wait to find my furever home!
Leonardo is currently available for adoption!
Meet Statler
My name is Statler. I am a 4-year-old neutered male that would love to be your new best friend! I enjoy the company of people, but I am picky about my canine friends. I love to run, play, and cuddle.
Statler is currently available for adoption!
All adoptable dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all vaccines. They have had regular dental cleanings, blood work, and physical exams. We pride ourselves on the care that our cats and dogs receive during their stay. Contact us at www.cougarpets.org for more information on our colony dogs and available cats.
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The deadline for contributions is Feb. 24 for the February issue. Upcoming issues:
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The next issue of COUGAR BYTES will be published on Friday, Feb. 26, 2020.