The College telephone system is being upgraded this weekend, May 16-17. The main upgrade process will take place between 9:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2008, and 1:00 a.m. the next morning. Telephone services may be interrupted or become unavailable during this time.

This upgrade should not affect the Automated Attendant, the Call Center, Voice Mail or any other system functionality. Vendor personnel will be available to deal with any unforeseen issues early Monday morning.

Your cooperation and vigilance is key to the success of this project.

Please contact the Help Desk at 5000 if you notice any abnormal telephone system behavior.

§ Due to technical difficulties uploading Office 2007, the circulating laptops will NOT be available for checkout until early next week. We are working to correct this problem as soon as possible. Please accept our apology for any inconvenience this delay may cause. If you have any questions, please contact Marcia Addison at 6752.

§ A list of library materials acquired in April 2008 is online.

When you open Excel 2007, you’ll see the familiar worksheets you’re accustomed to, but you’ll also see things that are new at the top of the window. The old look of Excel menus and buttons has been replaced with this new Ribbon, with tabs you click to get to commands.

With Excel 2007, instead of having 30 or so undisplayed toolbars and commands buried on menus, you have one control center—the Ribbon, which brings together the essentials and makes them very visual. Commands are organized in small related groups. For example, commands to edit cells are grouped together in the Editing group, and commands to work with cells are in the Cells group. When you try the new design, you’ll discover that the commands you already know how to use are grouped together in ways that make sense to you.

To view this entire Microsoft course, visit the MS training site.

For further information check out CPCC’s MS Office 2007 project page.

For support with this or any other IT service, contact the ITS Help Desk at 5000.

College Fellows is accepting individual and team applications for: (1) Learning Fellow, (2) Applied Research Fellow, and (3) Community Fellow. Selected Fellows can receive release time to work on research project, stipend to use for expenses associated with project, and a laptop computer to use during the project.

For more information, check LearnerWeb to register for professional development workshops on this program, visit the website  or contact Anne McIntosh or Debbie Bouton.  

Beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 16, Hawthorne Lane will be reduced to one lane in each direction between the intersections of 4th Street and 5th Street. The work is scheduled to last five days. This work is necessary to accommodate construction for the Elizabeth Avenue Business Corridor Project.

Please expect delays in these areas. Transit system will not be affected.

Questions? Contact Travis Stewart, 704.353.0500.

§ On May 4, Outreach and Recruitment set up an information recruitment table at the Festival Fanta Cinco de Mayo Celebration at McAlpine Park. A special thanks to Loretta Carr, Keith Beam, Gene Merklein, Lisa Davis and Monica Green for volunteering and assisting us at this event.

§ Last week, the staff had over 30 ESL students from Providence H.S. visit Levine Campus for a tour and enrollment presentation.

§ During the month of May, recruiters will be back in the high schools, completing early registration for high school students and wrapping up College Connection.

The CPCC bookstore hours for summer term are as follows:

Central Campus Majors Bookstore Extended Hours

Saturday (5/17): 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. 

Monday–Thursday (5/19–5/22): 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Friday  (5/23): 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed (5/26)

Central Regular Summer Hours (Start 5/27)

Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Fridays: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Levine Campus Bookstore Regular Summer Hours

Saturday (5/17): 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Monday–Thursday (5/19–5/22): 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Friday (5/23): 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Closed (5/26)

Area Campus Bookstores (North, Cato, Harris, Harper)

Monday–Thursday (5/19–5/22): 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. / 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Friday (5/23): 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

(See website www.cpcc.edu/bookstore for additional area campus hours after first week of classes.)  

The following openings are now available at CPCC. Details about qualifications and a complete job description are available on the Human Resources website. Please look under the “Employment” section for a list of job openings, as well as instructions on how to apply. Résumés cannot be substituted for an application. For faculty positions, copies of transcripts are required with applications; original transcripts required at date of hire. A separate CPCC application is required for each position.

Internal & External Position(s)

Infrastructure Analyst III, Position #2DISTTC-FEP-10, REQ #340. This is an experienced-level position focusing on root cause, system and infrastructure analysis as needed by the Information Technology Services department in delivering service and support to clients. May also implement business analysis and change management processes. Performs a variety of moderately to highly complex tasks required for the support of user and system requirements. Primarily provides third-level support to users although not limited from working at other levels of the support model as needed. Tasks may involve installing, configuring, troubleshooting and maintaining user’s hardware, software and network devices. Analyzes, designs, and implements plan for new systems or processes; may train users and less experienced staff. Provides recommendations and assists with development of specific components and procedures for resolution of more complex problems. Associate’s degree in computer science or related field from an accredited institution; and three (3) to (5) years of full-time related work experience (or part-time equivalent) OR a combination of completed college-level coursework (at least 30 hours) and experience may substitute for the degree. Closing Date: May 23, 2008.

Instructor–Heavy Equipment Transport and Technology (HEATT), #3HVYEQP-FEF-1, REQ. #336. Instructor Heavy Equipment Transport and Technology (HEATT) position available in Transport Systems Technologies Division. CPCC is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college. Associate’s degree from an accredited institution closely related to heavy equipment transport and technology and ASE certification. Prefer three (3) years work experience. Student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: Closing Date: May 22, 2008.

Instructor Office Systems Technology, #OSTECH-FEF-5, REQ. #343. Instructor Office Systems Technology position available in the Professional Careers Division. CPCC is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college. Associate’s degree in office systems technology or medical office administration. Bachelor’s degree in business education and two (2) years teaching experience with online and traditional classes. Ability to develop and offer courses online or through a variety of learning management systems. Knowledge of personal computers software applications including Word, Excel, Power Point and other Microsoft Office products. Student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: May 22, 2008.

GIS Project Coordinator #3GSPTEC-FNC-2, REQ. #280 (Reissued). The GIS project coordinator position available in Geospatial Technology Department. The GIS project coordinator will effectively oversee activities within the GIS Engineering Technologies Division. This position is required to produce the desired outcomes of industry projects on time and within budget while maintaining quality. Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in business, GIS or a closely related discipline; and one or more years of full-time work experience (or part-time equivalent) with project management and GIS applications; and knowledge of the geospatial theory and applications. Closing Date:  Monday, May 19, 2008.

Director of Financial Institute, #3RIBDIV-FEA-1, REQ. #346. Director of Financial Institute position available in the Corporate and Continuing Education Division located on Harris Campus. The Director Financial Institute will plan, organize and direct the instructional and administrative activities of the insurance/real estate/banking areas for Corporate & Continuing Education. Provides program leadership that will ensure a quality training process. Provides highly responsible staff support to the department dean. Coordinates assigned activities with other continuing education divisions. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or business administration and three (3) years of full-time management/supervisory experience (or part-time equivalent). Two (2) years’ experience in the insurance, real estate and/or banking industries preferred. Closing Date:  Saturday, May 31, 2008.

Instructor Welding, Position #3WELDNG-FEF-2, REQ. #347. The Instructor Welding position in the Applied Technologies Division located in Harper Campus. CPCC Welding Technology Program offers students various levels of welding skills training essential for successful employment in the welding and metals industry. Associate's degree from an accredited Institution in welding technology; and; a minimum of two (2) years of progressive experience working in the welding industry. Knowledge of (and ability to instruct in) all phases of welding including shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), oxy-fuel welding (OFW), oxy-fuel cutting (OFC) and plasma arc cutting (PAC). Prior experience in education preferred. Ability to work with a diverse group of students. Student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: May 31, 2008.

Account Executive, Position #6HARRCN-FEP-2, REQ #352. This position is responsible for generating revenue at the Harris Conference Center (HCC) through direct solicitation and sales activities; researches, identifies and solicits prospective clients for the Harris Conference Center; qualifies incoming client inquiries and performs client needs assessments; makes sales presentations; writes sales proposals, contracts and other client correspondence; manages a prospect database; attends business networking meetings/programs; makes appropriate referrals to college resources. Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, management or a closely related field; experience in hospitality or customer service industry and sales experience in a services environment and sales contact management. Open Until Filled.

Internal Only

Coordinator Cooperative Education/Work-based Learning, #3COOPED-FEP-3, REQ. #337. Coordinator Cooperative Education/Work-based Learning position available in Cooperative Education Department located on Cato Campus. Cooperative Education (Co-op) is an academic class which blends classroom learning with practical work experience. Every semester, CPCC partners with several hundred businesses to provide relevant, short-term work experience to qualified students. The coordinator administers the Cooperative Education (co-op) program for various curriculum programs at CPCC and develops job opportunities for students. Organizes strategic marketing and recruitment plans for targeted industries and student population; promotes the development of work-preparedness attributes for optimal student success in the workplace; maintains student records in compliance with all regulations and guidelines; networks on a local, state and national level. Must be able to travel to multiple campuses and worksites. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 3-to-5 years of related work experience in corporate or educational environment. Closing Date:  Monday, May 19, 2008.

Are you interested in hosting a young adult German exchange student beginning August 2008? Katharina Struessmann will arrive in August, and we hope to find her an active and friendly host family. Her profile is below. She is sponsored by the Congress Bundestag Youth Exchange program and will be with us one academic year. She will have her own car, attend classes at CPCC first semester, and serve as an intern during the spring semester.

Please contact Donna Apgar, Director of International Learning, 6167.

Participant Profile for CPCC

Name: Katharina Struessmann

Gender: Female

Birth date: September 27, 1985

Home City/State: Bielefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia

TOEFL: 577

Professional Field: business

Profile: Lives on her own in order to study and work, however close to her parents and two brothers. Outgoing personality and learned to be independent and self-sufficient especially during work/travel trip to Australia for six months. Enjoys sports, jogging, and reading. Non-smoker and no allergies. Not particularly religious but looks forward to getting involved in a variety of community and social activities which might include a church group.

On May 9, the Harris Conference Center welcomed the Parkinson's Disease Foundation and the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas for a webcast entitled "What's in the Pipeline for Parkinson's." The symposium featured three leading Parkinson's researchers and was the first live webcast performed at HCC. The webcast was viewed via the internet by over 900 participants in over 20 countries in addition to the nearly 200 in attendance onsite.

Top students from CPCC’s Interior Design program will be featured at an Interior Design Show scheduled for Friday, May 16, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at Design Within Reach Studio (4310 Sharon Road – Suite 21). For more than 20 years, CPCC’s Interior Design program has hosted this formal event, which includes participation from more than 300 members of the architecture and design community in Charlotte. The work of these top performing residential and commercial design program graduating students will be on show.

The event will also include food and entertainment.

Members of the architecture and interior design community in Charlotte are encouraged to attend the event.

For more information, contact Pam Hacker at 704.330.6437 or log on to the website.

§ To Dr. Tony Zeiss from Roger Meyers, English, Reading, and Humanities:

“I write both as a staff member and a parent of CPCC students.

“Our staff is fantastic.

“This past semester, spring 2008, I had difficulties with the new computer programs. Any time I contacted ITS they responded quickly and resolved my problems. They were courteous, professional, and efficient.

“My younger daughter, Rachael, graduated from CPCC and went on to graduate from N.C. State, summa cum laude. She has stated that the faculty and support staff here at CPCC were more cooperative and approachable than at State.

“My older daughter, Ruth/Mayim, has attended four colleges. She echoes her younger sister's remarks about staff being approachable and of great assistance.

“We have a caring staff.”

§ To the editor from Marielena Hange, Counseling and Advisement:

“On behalf of Counseling and Advisement, I’d like to thank the following presenters at our Health Science Information Session which took place on Wednesday, May 7, and Thursday, May 8, 2008. Thank you so much for taking the time from your very busy schedule to present valuable information about your program of study. Those who attended were grateful for the opportunity to meet you and to receive the timely handouts you provided.

• Gene Pease, Surgical Technology
• Vanessa Hogan-Gooden for Becky Sanders, Medical Laboratory Technology
• Vanessa Hogan-Gooden for Leesa Whicker, Medical Assisting
• Marty Long, Health Information Technology
• Jane Lavin, Dental Assisting
• Sabrina Black, Cardiovascular Technology
• Brian Stearns, Respiratory Therapy
• Judy Qualtieri, Dental Hygiene
• Joan Eudy, Nursing Program
• Ilene Weiner, Physical Therapy Assistant

“I would like to thank Deborah Adams and Tonia Branch for preparing the Health Science binders. I would also like to thank Rita Dawkins, Mandy Saunders, Tony Jones and Percell Hobbs for their assistance and support.”

CPCC Family, your acts of kindness expressed during the home-going of my father will always be appreciated. Thank you for taking time from your day to make a telephone call, send flowers, a sympathy card, and/or to just inquire about my family. It is comforting to know that I work with such thoughtful people. God Bless.
—Joyce King

BIRTHDAYS
May 16	Michael F. Hood Robin M. Smith
17	Hollis Falls Adkins Vivian S. Edwards Christopher Michael Emery Byron L. Hightower Suzanne Trippe Williams
19	James Darrell Hopkins Page M. Kelly Robbie Jean Thompson Kevin Lee Watts
20	Roxanne Holt Watson
21	Billy T. Chrane Lindsey Embrey
22	Jennifer Lynn Conway Beverly Regan Hodges Scott H. Lewis Nina M. Neal

Breath of Life Ministries is presenting a benefit fashion show with designer styles, an emcee, and music by Militant Army and Shableek on May 18 in Pease Auditorium. Clothing and makeup provided by Anne Klein, Kaspers, Jones New York, New York Fashion Icon, Mary Kay, and others. Doors open at 5:30 and the show begins at 6:00 p.m.

Proceeds to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank.

Canned food donations accepted.

§ Mountain home—Fancy Gap, Virginia, beautiful views, 160’ stream frontage, 2BR; 2½ BA, 3.3 acres, 2 years young, 1½ hours from Charlotte—$189,000. Contact Cory at 704.875.0488, or 4102 for details.

§ Trumpet plants—variety of colors. Call Sara, 6898.

§ Pentax 35mm SLR film camera; three lenses, all Pentax: 55mm standard, 25-80mm, 80-200mm. Pentax flash unit and strap. Great for photography class! Please call Linda, 704.451.4126.