December Cougar Champion: Terri Brown

December Cougar Champion: Kimberly Kay Brzozowski

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2023 Campus Fund Drive "Foundation Fanatics" Week!

It's that time of year again where we celebrate YOU and your support of the CCCC Foundation! We could not do it without you! We're excited to announce the 2023 Campus Fund Drive "Foundation Fanatics" Week (March Madness Style)!

Please use this Campus Fund Drive link for dates and times for the lunches on your campus and the different ways to give! Packets will also be distributed in campus mailboxes.

We'd LOVE to call you the Foundation's #1 Fan!
🏆🏅 Thank you for your continued support!

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Legislators Attend Breakfast

"First-class opportunity. Leading workforce partner."

That’s how Central Carolina Community College President Lisa M. Chapman described the college’s mission at a Legislative Delegation Breakfast on Jan. 24, held at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic & Conference Center in Sanford.

"We are doing a whole lot...and a whole lot is going on in our region,” said Dr. Chapman. “Central Carolina is in the middle of it all."

Dr. Chapman and Julian Philpott, Chairman of the CCCC Board of Trustees, expressed their thanks to the legislators for their work in support of CCCC and community colleges. They also took time to thank local government leaders who were in attendance.

Legislators attending the breakfast included North Carolina Sen. Jim Burgin, Sen. Natalie S. Murdock, Rep. Howard Penny Jr., Rep. Joseph Pike, and Rep. John Sauls.

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2023 Staff Professional Development Day

Mark your calendar. Staff Professional Development Day will be on Wednesday, April 5.

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WWGP Radio Guests

Thanks to WWGP Radio for hosting Crystal Glenn (right), CCCC Executive Director of the E. Eugene Moore Manufacturing & Biotech Solutions Center, and Greg Singleton (left), CCCC Dean, Programs, Workforce Development & Continuing Education, Jan. 23 to discuss the upcoming Manufacturing Operations class that begins Feb. 21.

Thanks to WWGP Radio and Margaret Murchison (right) for hosting Dr. Emily C. Hare (left), CCCC Foundation Executive Director, Jan. 18 to discuss the CCCC Foundation.

Thanks to WWGP Radio and Margaret Murchison (right) for hosting Regina Minter (left), CCCC Department Chair - Culinary Arts and Hospitality, Feb. 13.

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Student in 60 Minutes

Central Carolina Community College Laser & Photonics Technology graduate Brandon Pasley was part of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory team recently making history--and appeared in this 60 Minutes video.

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Equitable Guided Career Pathways Retreat

A team from CCCC recently attended the two-day "Equitable Guided Career Pathways Retreat" sponsored by the North Carolina Student Success Center. Dr. Rob Johnstone, Founder and President of the National Center for Inquiry & Improvement (NCII), was the presenter. At the event, the team learned more about integrating equitable guided career pathways and strategic planning, identifying key equity gaps with the goal of establishing a set of college-specific barriers, using a design and implementation framework, and reflecting on regional occupational/living wage data in our service areas. We also planned next steps in implementing guided career pathways at scale.

Participants from left to right: Jalen Cheek, Education Navigator; Ashley Riley, English Instructor; Christie McDougald, Lead Practical Nursing Instructor; Jesse Jacondin, Institutional Research Analyst; Adam Wade, Dean, Student Onboarding and Success; Dr. Kristi Short, Vice President, Student Learning; and Dr. Rob Johnstone, Founder and President of NCII.

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Spring Radio Shows and Podcasts

The Broadcasting students have been working on new content for our radio stations (WDCC 90.5 FM and WUAW 88.3 FM) and releasing this content as podcasts.

Every Friday students in the Audio and Radio Production class produce "Friday Features," which are three-minute short programs on a wide variety of topics. Air times listed are for WUAW every Friday, running from March 3 - May 5. Air times on WDCC to be announced soon.

• THE MARQUIS WRAPUP (6:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.) – Ja’Quan Marquis gives updates and analysis of the sports world.
• HIDDEN HITS (7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.) – Katylee Barnes shares thoughts on non-as-popular TV shows that you’ve been missing.
• FASHION FASHION (8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.) – Zach Vasquez gives commentary on style—with style.
• A MOMENT OF TYME (9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.) – April Armstrong offers a moment of inspiration and encouragement.
• BARGAIN BIN MOVIE REVIEWS (10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.) – Bryson Lyons gives his thoughts on the movies you can pick up from the dollar store.
• INTO THE “WOOD” (11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.) – Noah Jastzabski has the latest news from Hollywood.
• UFOs UNTOLD: PROBED AND EXPOSED (12:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.) – Ron Whilden shares various stories of close encounters with non-Earthlings.
• HIDDEN LEVELS (1:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.) – Garin Parker analyzes and recommends various offerings from the world of gaming.
• LET’S NOT SLEEP (2:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.) – Mello Hughes has thrilling stories that might not be good to hear at bedtime.

In addition, students taking the Social Media class are producing long-form shows and creating supporting content online.

CENTRAL CAROLINA JOURNAL: Returning for a second season, the Journal is a public affairs show that highlights events, programs, and slices of life happening throughout our communities. Airing on WUAW: Saturdays at 11, Sundays at 8.

By the way: if you have a curriculum program or a club that you would like to have highlighted on Central Carolina Journal, please email wuaw@cccc.edu and bring it to our attention. We’re also looking to interview certain community organizations making a difference in our three-county area or preparing to host an event that benefits the community.

MY TYME ONLY: April Armstrong discusses topics in an effort to give women encouragement and empowerment. Airing on WUAW: Saturdays at 11:30, Sundays at 8:30.

RADIO SPECIALS: Tune in to WUAW at noon on Saturday or at 9 on Sunday for a 30-minute radio special, featuring various topics produced by a different student every week!

If you’re unable to listen on-air, all of these programs are available on-demand at 883wuaw.com/podcasts – or, by searching “wuaw” on your favorite podcast app.

In addition to the website, we’ll also give updates on coming episodes on our social media platforms. Follow @883wuaw on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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NCCCS Staff of the Year Award for 2023

Dr. Sara Newcomb, Central Carolina Community College Executive Director of Secondary Partnerships, has been named recipient of the North Carolina Community College System's Staff of the Year award for 2023.

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Black History Month "I am" Poems

"I am" poems are a great way for individuals to express themselves and feel known. These are created to be anonymous, unless an individual chooses to include their name. Completed "I am" poems will be added to a large banner in each county.

Once you've completed your "I am" poem:

• Lee Main Campus: Add to the display in the Lee Main Campus Library in-person or send via campus mail to Amanda Carter and she will post it for you.
• Chatham Main Campus: Send completed poems to Beverly Diniz for posting.
• Harnett Main Campus: Send completed poems to Morgan Pruitt for posting.

Attached is the "I am" poem template that you can download and complete.

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7th Annual International Culture Night

You are invited to the 7th Annual International Culture Night organized by El Refugio staff in partnership with CCCC (Career & College Readiness and ESL programs). The event will be hosted at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic & Conference Center on March 2 from 6-9 p.m.

During International Culture Night, our ESL students will represent their countries by featuring various aspects of its culture such as food, arts and crafts, games, history, traditional dresses, music, and more.

The goal of International Culture Night is to foster positive relationships through cultural exchange by sharing knowledge, hopes, and experiences. The best part is that the event is free for the whole family.

We hope to see you there. If you or your class are interested in participating as a volunteer or want to represent a country, please contact Miles Black, Event Coordinator, at artscoordinator@elrefugioleeco.org

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Faculty & Staff Fitness and Fun Challenge

Sign up to participate in the CCCC Health and Fitness Science program. The Spring 2023 Fitness and Fun Challenge event is set for 9 a.m. March 2 at the CCCC Chatham Health Science Center, 75 Ballentrae Ct., Pittsboro. Reserve your spot at www.cccc.edu/hfsevent. Or for more information call (919) 718-7357 or email to dbruner@cccc.edu.

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Miles for Wellness Challenge 27

It's that time again to start preparing for Challenge 27 of Miles for Wellness (MFW). Registration began Feb. 13 and runs through March 13, which is the first day of the Challenge. This Challenge is called "Road to the Stanley Cup" and we will be visiting hockey arena's around the USA.

Visit the Miles For Wellness website. In the middle of the page, are two tabs, one for frequently asked questions, and another for information for Captais. These are wonderful resources for Captains as well as team members.

Start recruiting your team of 10 employees and help improve yours and their wellness this spring! Register here.

HINT: There is an advantage to having 10 team members: The MFW challenges are designed to be fun and encourage you to move a little more than you typically do. It is a wonderful team building activity as well. There is no equalizer based on having fewer team members (a part of the point of the challenge is to encourage more participation and promote teamwork/team building). It is designed this way to encourage teams to have more members, ideally a full team of 10. Teams with fewer than 10 members are unlikely to win their division. However, teams with fewer than 10 employees are still welcome to participate and will see a great opportunity and ability to strive to move up and down in their rankings and event into a new division.

Begin recruiting now and register before March 13! Join the fun and learn a little about HOCKEY this spring!

For questions or additional information about the program, please visit the Miles for Wellness homepage or contact Carol Battle by email at milesforwellness@nc.gov.

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NCCCS's I.E. Ready Award

Julian Philpott, CCCC Trustee Chair, has been named recipient of this year's North Carolina Community College System's I.E. Ready Award. Read the full article.

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Free Temple Theatre Show on Black History

Black history should not be confined just to February. Keep learning with the musical theatre production, Moments with Paul, on Thursday, March 23, at 2 p.m. at downtown Sanford's Temple Theatre.

While the community at large must pay for the show, CCCC employees and students can reserve no-cost tickets courtesy of the Academic & Cultural Enrichment Series. Just contact Bianka Stumpf at bstumpf@cccc.edu or (919) 718-7470 for reservations.

Show Description

Moments with Paul is a powerfully spoken and sung retrospective on the life of African-American Paul Robeson, a 20th century Renaissance man. Learn about the life of this athlete, scholar, lawyer, actor, singer, and human, civil, and workers' rights activist. Robeson songs are interwoven throughout the stories and monologues. Before King dreamed, before Thurgood Marshall petitioned and Sidney Poitier emoted, before the big breakthroughs in Hollywood and Washington, before the Jim Crow signs came down, and before the Civil Rights banners went up, before Spike Lee, before Denzel Washington, before Jesse Jackson, there was Paul Robeson!

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Fall In Love With an HBCU!

On Feb. 15, CCCC hosted two panels celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's).The first session, titled "Celebrating HBCUs: Education, Culture, & Impact," introduced students to the HBCU experience. The panelists highlighted the collegiate experience's diversity in academic and cultural aspects. One central sentiment was heard from each panelist: The value of belonging and a sense of community was easily identified as an important attribute of their institutions. The second session, titled "Unpacking the Value of HBCU's," was a Dean’s Panel. It highlighted both the spoken and unspoken value of attending an HBCU. One of the most significant points made was the panelists highlighting historical aspects of their respective alma maters.

Special thank you to the panelists.

First session: Talia Friday, AAC & Writing Center Coordinator, Jason Haskins, Director of Health & Professional Professional Programs, and Jessica Rogers, Director, TRiO Student Support Services. Moderator: Candice Solis, Director of Student Onboarding and Success.

Second session: Felicia Crittenden, Dean, Workforce Development & Continuing Education Operations, Gregory Singleton, Dean, Workforce & Continuing Education Programs, and Kevin Pearson, Dean of College Access Services. Moderator: Zack Ledwell, Education Navigator.

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CCCC Career Expo

by Felicia Gilmore, Career Center Coordinator

The Central Carolina Community College Career Expo, in collaboration with Lee County Schools, is scheduled for March 29 with more information to follow.

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Student Activities

Katy Jones, Student Activities Coordinator

Chatting with Chapman Events

The Office of Student Activities was honored to host the inaugural Chatting with Chapman series featuring our college President, Dr. Lisa Chapman. Students, faculty, and staff attended on all three Main Campuses and had the opportunity to hear Dr. Chapman’s story, get answers to their most pressing questions, and learn more about what is in the future for CCCC. Thank you to Dr. Chapman for providing this opportunity for our students and a huge thank you to all the faculty and staff who assisted with the events and encouraged students to participate!

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SGA Celebrates Love with Valentine’s Day Programs

SGA helped spread the love this week with a Valentine’s Day candy buffet, Valentine’s Day crafts, and a chocolate surprise on campus! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our programs! We hope you had the best love-filled week!

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Explore New Trails with SGA Coming Up!

Student Government Association Executive Board recruitment season is just around the corner! Starting next week, SGA will be hosting “Explore New Trails with SGA” programs on all three Main Campuses. This is a great time for students to learn more about what SGA does, open executive board positions for next year, and upcoming campaigning and elections. This event also includes a Make-Your-Own Trail Mix Bar! Please consider coming out and encouraging your students to participate!

• Lee Main Campus: Feb. 20, 9:30 a.m. - noon
• Harnett Main Campus: Feb. 21, 9:30 a.m. - noon
• Chatham Main Campus: March 2, 9:30 a.m. - noon

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Spring Fling Save the Date!

The Student Government Association is excited to announce the theme for this year’s Spring Fling events! Get excited for 2023 Spring Fling: Flower Power! We hope you “dig” the theme and have a “groovy” time. Make sure to save the date on your calendars!

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Top Five Reasons

With the Campus Fund Drive coming soon, the SGA Executive Board wanted to share their top five reasons why you should consider donating to support student leadership and their top five most wanted items on their wish list!

Top five reasons why you should consider donating to the Student Government Association!

1. SGA Executive Board Members' stipends for their leadership and service to the college.
2. The ability to reimburse Executive Board Members for travel between our three counties.
3. Opportunities to attend the N4CSGA Division Meetings and Statewide Conferences.
4. More activities and events on campus.
5. Professional Development opportunities like workshops, programs, and other training for student leadership development.

SGA Wish List

• Outdoor Heaters
• Cotton Candy Machine
• Popcorn Machine
• Snow Cone Machine
• Photobooth and Backdrop Supplies

Donate to the SGA Account through the Foundation. Make sure to put “Student Government Association” in the “In Honor of/In Memory of” section so that it is directed to the right account! You can also drop off a check or cash to our Foundation Office located in Marchant Hall on Lee Main Campus.

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Student Onboarding and Success

Celebrating Black History Month Together!

On Feb. 6, the Office of Student Onboarding and Success sponsored a session titled "Do It For The Culture: Music & Line Dancing Lessons". Students, faculty, and staff came together to celebrate the culture of dance. Instructor Zack Ledwell, Education Navigator, led the group through traditional line dances. He also motivated everyone to learn and try new ones. This session will be remembered by all who attended! It was a fun way to celebrate Black History Month together. A special thank you to all that came out to support this event.

Stop By A Student Success Station!

The Office of Student Onboarding and Success hosts Student Success Stations on the Go! throughout the academic year. These are special sessions designed to bring student success skills and tips to students on the go. Education Navigators cultivate unique sessions that meet students where they are and support their academic success. Some of the previous topics covered are Goal Setting, Campus Resource Connection Race, Self Care, and Self Advocacy.

Each station can look different than the next. Some Education Navigators choose to set up tables inside class buildings, some choose to set up tents outside, and others provide a roaming station across the campus they serve. This month we have 11 sessions that can be found on all three main campuses. All students are encouraged to stop by a Student Success Station and connect with an Education Navigator today!

Career Community Immersive Experience

Central Carolina's New Student Orientation (NSO) program is designed to help students navigate the new student experience and provide them with the tools needed to be successful. Our program provides organized, purposeful, and positive introduction sessions for all new CCCC students and their families.

Throughout this academic year, we have continued to provide a career community immersive experience (NSO Live!) for new students. For this option, we combine our traditional New Student Orientation with a 30-minute program specific tour and information session. The purpose of this format is to highlight each of our seven career communities offered at CCCC and to naturally connect students to their designated career community through the onboarding process. We have enjoyed exploring career communities together with each students. Please see photos below of some of our past sessions throughout the 2022-2023 Academic Year. We look forward to continuing to work with programs to facilitate this unique option throughout the remainder of the year.

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TRiO SSS Events

TRiO SSS Trip to Appalachian State University

On Feb. 10, the TRiO SSS students had an opportunity to visit Appalachian State University for their transfer day. The students had a fun-filled day of learning about everything Appalachian State has to offer. It was a great experience and students could envision themselves at a four-year university. The University provided key information about financial aid, housing, student services, and lots more. The students were able to listen to a student panel to help get a student’s perspective about transferring and ended their day with a campus tour. Before heading home, we were able to dine at one of the local hot spots in Boone to provide our students with a cultural experience. What a great day!

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Three Seasons of IPEDS

CCCC Data We Love

Fantastic Facilitator

Kelly Dorman

The Student Onboarding and Success team would like to highlight a member of our college for her excellent work and volunteered time with New Student Orientation. For this month’s Fantastic Facilitator, we have selected Kelly Dorman!

We asked Kelly, “Why do you volunteer and why is it important to you?”

Kelly said, “I volunteer because I think it is important that faculty be involved in the NSOs and Tech Bootcamps. These programs help us make important connections and show the student body that we really do care about their success. Making early connections is critical in helping to build a firm foundation for our students. It helps reinforce to our students that they have a support system here at CCCC. Beyond that, it is also fun!! Someday I hope to be allowed to wear the Charlee C. Cougar costume. Maybe if I do enough of these it will happen!”

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Welcome New Full-Time Employees!

Updates as of Jan. 1

• Tracy Kelly, BLET Program Director
• Austin Simmons, Welding Instructor

January Position Changes

• Zan Thornton - Lead Welding Instructor
• Wesley Womack - Industrial Technologies Department Chair
• Dane Peterson - Developmental Studies Department Chair
• Scott Hunt - Director of Security
• Sarah Tart - Fire and Rescue Training Coordinator
• Tommy Holder - Chief Information Officer
• MontE Christman - Executive Director of Information Technology
• David Haire - Director of Infrastructure and Security
• Jesse Jasso - Director of Information Systems
• Travis Perry - Director of Instructional Support
• Marlon Wellington - Associate Director of Instructional Support
• Keisha Petty - Records Receptionist & Self Service Specialist
• Emma Jones - Career Coach
• Donna Boykin - Academic Coach - TRiO Student Support Services
• Falecia Simmons - Academic Coach - TRiO Student Support Services
• Joelle Chase - Coordinator of Student Accessibility Services
• Emily Barrick - Interim Health Information Technology Clinical Coordinator
• Victoria Morris - Interim EMS Program Director

February Position Changes

• Kevin Pearson - Dean of College Access Services
• Doris (Faye) Stone - Administrative Assistant
• Nick Sullivan - TRiO Upward Bound College Advisor
• Rebekah Waters - TRiO Upward Bound Academic Coordinator

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Birthdays

Birthday list provided by Human Resources

2/17	Robin Smith
2/19	Keisha Christian
2/19	Chuck Guin
2/21	Gina Jones
2/21	Elaine Wilderson
2/22	Zeickia Ledwell
2/24	Janice Heller
2/25	Heather McKenzie
2/26	Joelle Chase
2/26	Regina Minter
2/27	Sylvester King
2/28	Lisa Matthews
2/28	Chesure Tate
2/28	Lauren Winkens
2/29	Dave Malenick
3/1	Ed Mercer
3/1	Kiel Rhodes
3/1	Macy Woods
3/3	Ronnie Measamer
3/3	Andrew Walser
3/4	Angie Estes
3/4	Joe Harris
3/4	Samuel Nickens
3/5	Ashley Byrd
3/5	Angela Crisp-Sears
3/6	Lauren Black
3/7	Susan Johnson
3/7	Daniel McNeill
3/8	Jessica Holt
3/9	Maria Buxens
3/10	Brandi Hernandez
3/11	Paul Reynolds
3/11	Amber Rocks
3/12	Christie McDougald
3/13	Jason Harloff
3/15	Jamie Childress
3/16	Theresa Ellis
3/17	Tonya Davis
3/18	Melissa Godfrey
3/18	Harleigh Monoghan
3/20	Amanda Carter
3/21	Frederick Brucker
3/21	Jeffrey Gannon
3/22	Nicholas Testa
3/23	Carla Parrish
3/25	BJ Thompson
3/26	Peggy Cotten
3/26	Ken Hoyle
3/26	Jarett McLamb
3/26	Michelle Sroka
3/28	Erin Blakeley
3/28	Karen Brown
3/28	Bill Freeman
3/28	Chris McNeill
3/30	Fernanda Perry
3/30	Lorraine Whitaker

If you prefer not to be listed or if your name does not appear as you'd like, please email coliver@cccc.edu.

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Holiday Calendar 2023-2024

Download the CCCC Holiday Calendar.

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CCCC-BAY

Things Wanted, For Sale, or For Free!

This is a great time of year to sell some things! CCCC-Bay is happy to post your items in Cougar Bytes. Send an email (photos would be great) to Cris Oliver at coliver@cccc.edu and we'll feature in next month's publication.

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COUGAR PETS

Cougar Pets News

Cougar Pets is a local animal rescue group housed on the Lee Main Campus. As part of the Veterinary Medical Technology program, our animals help teach veterinary technician students essential skills that will help future animals. All of the animals are rescued from shelters, and all are adoptable.

Meet Capri

My name is Capri!

Doesn't the island life sound nice? I would be more than happy to relax in the sun all day, especially in your lap! I am a very easy-going girl who enjoys people and other cats. Not much bothers me and so far I haven't met a stranger. Come meet me!

Capri

Meet Gomez

My name is Gomez!

True to my namesake, I am such a handsome gentleman. I am a stout guy with a personality that is ready for anything! I love to go on walks, play with other dogs, and especially be told what good boy I am. You won't be able to resist my scruffy face, I guarantee!

Gomez

See all of the adoptions, or rather Happy Tails of Cougar Pets.

All adoptable dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all vaccines. They have regular dental cleanings, blood work, and physical exams. We pride ourselves on the care that our cats and dogs receive during their stay. Contact www.cougarpets.org for more information on our colony dogs and available cats.

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FACULTY AND STAFF ONLINE

Join the Activity on Social Media!

Do you write a blog, have a Twitter account, or Facebook page for your department or classroom? Share your link! Send to coliver@cccc.edu. And if you no longer monitor your social media account, let us know and we will remove from our list. Thank you!

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College Salon Services

The mission of the Barbering and Cosmetic Arts Department at CCCC is to provide quality education and learning experiences for Barbering and Cosmetic Arts students.

For this reason, all services are available to faculty and staff. Services are performed exclusively by students under the supervision of Barbering or Cosmetic Arts instructors.

See all Salon services and pricing.

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CONTRIBUTE

Contribute to Cougar Bytes

Send along your Cougar Bytes contributions about our wonderful faculty and staff! We welcome your images, staff and faculty successes, events, and shout-outs in each issue. Submit your contributions to Cris Oliver in Marketing at coliver@cccc.edu.

Deadline for contributions is March 13 by 5 p.m. for the next issue. Upcoming issues:

• March 17
• April 21
• May 19
• June 22

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