CPCC is currently installing security cameras and emergency call boxes in exterior locations on all six campuses. The cameras allow visual monitoring of these areas at all times by personnel in the College’s Security Communications Center, in addition to recording activities for further review. The emergency call boxes will allow individuals to make direct emergency calls to Security. The system will also be used to sound alert notifications and verbal announcements in the event of an emergency.

The new emergency call boxes can be identified as the new tall yellow or blue poles or boxes with a blue light on top at various locations around each campus.

Until an official announcement is made regarding all boxes being fully functional, students and staff should continue to use a campus or cell phone to call CPCC Security at 704.330.6911 in an emergency. Watch for more information soon.

In an effort to increase pedestrian safety, vehicles will soon be able to make only a right turn from Elizabeth Avenue (coming from Hawthorne Avenue) to Charlottetowne Avenue. Students wanting to reach Student Deck 2 from Elizabeth Avenue should use the following routes:

• Take Elizabeth Avenue to Torrence Street and enter the Parking Deck from the 4th Street entrance
• Take 7th Street to Charlottetowne Avenue and enter the Parking Deck

The City will begin enforcing no left turns soon. This change should take place by the end of this week.

Two trees on Elizabeth Avenue near the bus stop at Terrell are being taken down this week. Due to the ongoing construction on Elizabeth Ave, these old trees were damaged beyond repair. The two oak trees have been trimmed over the years due to their branches being in direct contact with Duke Energy’s overhead power lines. This trimming weakened the trees and the new underground work has severely damaged the root system of these trees.

One tree was damaged when the underground water and sewer lines were installed, removing approximately 1/3 of the root system. The other tree has a new overhead trolley electrical pole being installed within one foot of its base.

Based on the City of Charlotte arborist's evaluation of these trees, the old oak trees will not survive much longer and pose a realistic danger of falling unless they are removed.

CPCC is holding a very special event on Saturday, October 18, 2008. Free College Day is a community celebration of CPCC that will be held from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at the North and Levine campuses.

Throughout the day, participants will enjoy free one-hour classes, information booths, campus tours, as well as free arts/entertainment/food and great prizes. This is an opportunity for current students and the local community to learn more about College services and programs. We hope you will share information about this event with others who might be interested in CPCC. A tentative schedule for the day is as follows:

• Class sessions: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
• Break: 10:00-10:30 a.m.
• Class sessions: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
• Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
• Class sessions: 12:30–1:30 p.m.

We are asking that each of you consider volunteering some of your own time and energy to make this event a success. Volunteers are needed to staff registration and information tables, conduct tours, and to assist visitors throughout the day. To volunteer, please contact Libby Vagnoni at 4273 or send email to: libby.vagnoni@cpcc.edu.

For the latest news and information on this event, please visit the Free College Day website.

Group discounts are available to colleges sending nine or more individuals to the Conference on Information Technology sponsored by the League for Innovation in the Community College. The conference is October 19-22, 2008, in Salt Lake City, Utah.

To be eligible for the discount, all registration forms from each institution must be sent in together. Registrations submitted online are not eligible for the discount.

Professional Development will collect registration forms and submit them to the League so that we can receive the discounted rate. Registration forms should be sent to Debbie Bouton (PD303) by September 12, 2008.

We will also need the P-Card number to which the registration fee will be charged. Please make your own hotel reservations. We will be coordinating the registration process only.

Please call Debbie Bouton (6796) or Karen Streppa (6351) if you have questions.

Those wishing to take advantage of the discounted rate should download the PDF conference registration form, complete, and send to Debbie Bouton. Each registrant will receive an individual confirmation statement from the League sent directly to him/her. The registration form and information about the conference are available at the following websites:

• http://www.league.org/2/conferences/tools/reg/files/2008_CIT_Reg_Card.pdf
   
• http://www.league.org/index.cfm

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 Position (s)

Administrative Secretary, Position #3COMPED-FNC-1, REQ. #419. Administrative SECRETARY position available in Community Development located on Central Campus. This position performs a variety of standard secretarial and administrative tasks which may include, but are not limited to: responding to requests, entering information on the computer, record management, filing, typing, entering part-time contracts and performing other routine office duties. This position supports Compensatory Education, Human Resources Development and Pathways to Employment. Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of office experience. Desirable qualifications are knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment; knowledge of computer and office applications and the ability to work well with individuals with diverse backgrounds. Closing Date: 9/5/2008 or open until filled.

Coordinator Learning Communities, Position #3ACAREL-FEP-1, REQ. #420. Coordinator Learning Communities position available in Instructional Development located on Central Campus. The Learning Communities coordinator is responsible for faculty development, resources development, program planning, and implementation of assessment procedures for CPCC Learning Communities. The successful candidate in this area will establish operational guidelines and basic requirements for Learning Communities; work with instructors and division directors from all curricular areas of the college to create, evaluate, and sustain LC groupings; provide comprehensive cross-unit collaboration; create automated processes within registration for LC groupings; train faculty and coordinators from all areas of the college; monitor communities to ensure compliance with guidelines, coordinate all groupings daily, weekly, and each semester; evaluate student outcomes, retention rates and "intangible" outcomes; teach ACA classes; and promote participation in CPCC Learning Communities. The successful candidate will work closely with instructors and division directors to coordinate, recruit, train, assess and promote Learning Communities at CPCC. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related field and two years of job-related experience. Expertise in teaching required. Desirable qualifications are excellent communication skills; strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; strong computer skills (capable of working with word processing, spreadsheets and internet research); strong analytical skills to interpret policies, research and compare alternative solutions; community college teaching preferred; and the ability to develop and offer curricula using innovative technologies, online, or through distance learning technologies a plus. Closing Date: 9/5/2008 or open until filled.

Records Management Specialist, Position #3CUSTSV-FNC-9. REQ. #415. Records management specialist position available in Corporate and Continuing Education located on Levine Campus. The records management specialist will process attendance rosters, generate contracts, enter information, maintain access databases, and compile state folders. This position is also responsible for processing, calculating, validating and preserving the documentation for Corporate and Continuing Education courses to satisfy state auditing requirements. High school diploma or GED with two (2) years of experience utilizing computer skills including Word and Excel gained through courses or on the job training; and (two) 2 years of full-time work experience (or the equivalent in part-time experience) in the field to include record keeping, customer service or database management. Desirable qualifications are computer literacy; detail-oriented; highly organized; strong problem solving skills; knowledge of computers, desktop office applications and mainframes; access or other database skills; good organizational, communication and customer service skills; ability to work independently, to solve problems and work with details; knowledge of college and departmental procedures; and have team-player outlook. Closing Date: 9/5/2008 or open until filled.

Internal & External Position (s)

Director of Records Management/Customer Service, Position #3CUSTSV-FEA-1, REQ. # 414. Director of Records Management/Customer Service position available in Corporate and Continuing Education located on Levine Campus in Matthews. This position will direct the implementation of department goals for Records Management and Customer Service. This position will recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate a staff of 25 employees who are responsible for creating and auditing required records and registration. In addition, this position will develop and implement new processes/procedures for Records Management and Customer Service. Other responsibilities include: serving as liaison for 26 program areas and the Auditing Department, developing and maintaining a budget, scheduling Customer Service staffing, and recommending additions and upgrades to computer software and equipment. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five years of full-time administrative experience (or part-time equivalent). The successful candidate will be a strong Leader who is detailed-oriented and has excellent communication, decision-making, and problem solving skills. Initiative and dedication are key qualities to success in this position. Desirable qualifications are: supervisory and leadership skills; ability to make decisions and handle conflicts or difficult/sensitive situations; ability to analyze and solve problems; excellent customer service skills; knowledge of marketing principles and practices; knowledge of budgeting principles and practices; understanding of North Carolina’s audit requirements and regulations; strong knowledge of the college’s course offerings, policies and procedures on course registration, course payment and refunds; ability to review and recommend changes to computer software and equipment; and proficiency with office software such as email, spreadsheet and administrative information software. Closing date: 9/5/2008 or open until filled.

Instructional Office Assistant, Position #3OSDVOP-FNC-1. REQ. #418. Instructional office assistant position available in Professional Careers located on Cato Campus. This position performs a variety of standard to moderately complex administrative and clerical tasks in support of instruction programs, learning initiatives and operations of the academic unit. Requires high school diploma or GED; completion of minimum of at least one (1) course beyond high school related to office or administration support skills (may include computer or office technology skills); and one (1) year of full-time experience (or the equivalent in part-time) experience in an office environment working in an administrative support position. Associate’s degree in office systems technology preferred. Knowledge of personal computer software applications including Word, Excel Power Point and other Microsoft Office products essential. Closing Date: Open until filled

Library Technical Assistant, Position #3LIBRSV-FNC-6, REQ. #416. Library technical assistant position available in Library Services located on Central Campus. The library technical assistant position performs a variety of clerical and administrative tasks including: assisting patrons, locating resources of information, checking out materials, collecting fines, monitoring and ordering supplies, receiving shipments, maintaining equipment, and sorting books in support of the library's daily operations. Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience (or part-time equivalent) in a library or bookstore; or a combination of completion of college-level course work and work experience equal to three (3) full-time. Knowledge of library policies and procedures; knowledge of computers, library-related software, and office equipment and procedures a plus. Closing Date: 9/5/2008 or open until filled.

Director Distance Education Development & Delivery, #3DNINFO-FEA-8, REQ. #410. Director Distance Education Development and Delivery position available in Instructional Development located on Central Campus. The director Distance Education Development and Delivery reports to the dean of Instructional Development and is responsible for the coordination of CPCC's Distance Education Plan with the state Distance Education Plan. This position is responsible for the strategic planning and monitoring of distance learning initiatives at the college. The director is responsible for exploring innovative products to support the learning centered college. Applicants must have a good working knowledge of online instructional delivery to include understanding the basic functionality of an LMS as well as a working knowledge of alternative electronic delivery methods with special attention to quality assessment and curriculum alignment. This position requires constant awareness of current and future trends in alternative educational delivery methods. The director is the first point of contact for state and system office distance education initiatives. The director supervises a team of instructional developers and monitors projects for the unit through the "Footprints" system. The director promotes collaboration and partnerships (internal and external) and acts as a facilitator to various initiatives. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; and minimum of one (1) to three (3) year(s) of experience with online instructional delivery/support, and minimum of one (1) to two (2) year(s) of experience in education or training. Position also requires creative problem solving (critical thinking) skills and excellent communications skills. Recent relevant industry experience and certifications in distance delivery products/services is preferred. Closing Date: 8/30/2008 or until filled.

Information Systems Analyst II, Position #2INSTTC-FNC-7, REQ #413. This is a mid-level position focusing on a variety of technical work and analysis required for the development of user and systems requirements. Performs routine to moderately complex tasks involving designing, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of college systems. Minimum qualifications: associate’s degree from an accredited institution in computer science or related field; a combination of completed college-level coursework and experience may substitute for the degree; industry specific certification; 2-to-4 years of related experience. Closing Date: August 31, 2008 or until filled.

Information Systems Analyst II, Position #2CLTSVC-FNC-1, REQ #411. This is a mid-level position focusing on a variety of technical work and analysis required for the development of user and systems requirements. Performs routine to moderately complex tasks involving designing, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of college systems. Minimum qualifications: associate’s degree in computer science or related field; a combination of completed college-level coursework and experience may substitute for the degree; industry specific certification; 2-to-4 years of related experience. Closing Date: August 31, 2008 or until filled.

Financial Aid/Veteran Affairs Specialist, Position #4STFINA-FNC-4, REQ #378. This position performs a variety of moderately complex clerical and administrative tasks related to reviewing and processing financial aid and veterans benefit certifications: counseling and advising students of financial aid opportunities; reviewing, researching and resolving discrepancies; utilizing various software programs to process applications and files. Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree in education, finance, business administration or accounting from an accredited institution; one year of related experience is preferred; broad skills in financial aid methodology, financial aid software and federal regulations governing the student financial programs are also preferred. Closing Date: September 7, 2008 or until filled.

Staff Accountant, Position #5BOOKST-FEP-2, REQ #421. This position, by applying a working and expanding knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), supports financial operations of the College and/or its component units by performing moderately complex accounting work, including preparing, analyzing, maintaining and reviewing financial statements, records and reports, and assignments in classifying, posting, balancing, reconciling and summarizing financial transactions. Work involves setting up and maintaining controls and records of financial transactions. Minimum requirements include one of the following: A. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or business administration with a concentration in accounting and one year of mid-level accounting work experience; or B. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in other fields with completion of 20 hours of college-level coursework in accounting and one year of mid-level accounting work experience; or C. Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting and five years of mid-level accounting work experience. Closing Date: September 11, 2008 or until filled.

Director of Financial Reporting, Position #5FINREP-FEA-1, REQ #422. The director of Financial Reporting position plans, manages and directs the activities related to College and component unit accounting, internal and external financial reporting and financial statements, chart of account maintenance, general ledger system research and general ledger training for the College; manages the operation and maintenance of the general ledger system; responsible for the integrity of the general ledger data and for monitoring all systems that flow data into the general ledger; prepares and/or reviews all internal and external financial reports; verifies compliance with state and local governmental agencies; coordinates and schedules activities for the fiscal year; assists in setting goals and priorities; enforces rules and policies; assists in the preparation of the college’s annual financial statements. Minimum qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution and six years of increasingly responsible work experience as a senior accountant or analyst in financial management. Closing Date: September 11, 2008, or until filled.

Student Life and Service-Learning would like to invite you to a Constitution Day program, "Coming to America: Immigration and the Constitution." Please join us for an academic panel discussion of immigration issues as they relate to the Constitution.

This event will take place on Thursday, September 18, 2008, from 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in Pease Auditorium.

The program will be recorded and DVDs will be placed in the library on each of the CPCC campuses for viewing.

This is a free event for all in the CPCC community and classes are encouraged to attend! In an effort to get students to think critically about the topic, we are encouraging students to submit questions prior to the program. Questions can be submitted to dena.shonts@cpcc.edu.

If you would like more information, please contact Dena Shonts at 6558 or via email.

The Charlotte Area Educational Consortium (CAEC) is accepting grant applications to help support activities of interest to students and faculty and must be open to member colleges. CPCC received a $2,000 grant several years ago to help with the Literary Festival. The following link provides the guidelines for such awards and the form to be completed to request support: http://www.caeconline.org/forms/grantapp.doc.

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m., September 15, 2008. If you have questions, contact Mitchell Hagler or Susan Oleson, CAEC representatives.

Tuesday, August 26, was the opening day for the Baking and Pastry Arts (BPA) Bakery and Bistro Initiative (BPABBI). This is the first of its kind for a BPA Program in the N.C. Community College System. Through this first session, each group of students is responsible for setting up, planning, food procurement, training, production, marketing, opening, and operating a live bakery/deli style operation.

There are five groups, and each one has a different concept. Come for morning coffee, lunch to go, or to order a cake or platter of desserts for your department.

The BPABBI is located in front of the culinary Labs at Harris One Building and will operate 9:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Menus have been posted, and the teams will be accepting cash and checks only. All proceeds go toward further learning and scholarship initiatives within the BPA Club of CPCC, which helps students have the opportunity to learn what  “Helping Students Help Themselves” really means. Thank you for your time and continued support.

Eighty Edward Jones financial advisors and managers are meeting at the Harris Conference Center on Friday, August 29. This is the third meeting that the Harris Conference will have hosted since its inception in January 2005. Edward Jones provides financial services in the areas of retirement, education, estate plans and trusts, investments, insurance, and more.

For more information, please visit www.edwardjones.com.

Season tickets on sale now for 2008-09.

Single tickets go on sale September 2.

§ A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum will be presented September 26, 27, October 3, 4 at 8:00 p.m. and September 28 and October 5 at 2:30 p.m. in Halton Theater. A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000 year old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. Winner of 18 Tony Awards, Forum is "A good, clean, dirty show!  Brings back belly laughs!" —Time. 

§ Tennessee Williams’ Cat on a Hot Tin Roof will be performed in Pease Auditorium November 7, 8, 14, 15 at 8:00 p.m. and November 9 and 16 at 2:30 p.m. The sultry story of Maggie the Cat is one of Williams’ most defining creations and is a delicately wrought exercise in human communication. Big Daddy, Brick and Maggie try to escape from the loneliness of their private lives into some form of understanding. The truth invariably terrifies them. It is the one thing they cannot face or speak.

§ Disney’s High School Musical will be presented February 13, 14, 20, 21 at 8:00 p.m. and February 15 and 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Halton Theater. In the fine tradition of Bye, Bye Birdie, Grease and Footloose!, Disney’s High School Musical defines a generation. A classic love story between star-crossed lovers and a unique look at contemporary American life, Disney’s High School Musical weaves a tale of love for sports, love for theatre and love of the family into an event that all generations can enjoy. A sensational made-for-TV movie, Disney’s High School Musical is now a sensational stage play for the entire family to enjoy.

§ Love Letters by A. R. Gurney will be performed May 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 8:00 p.m. and May 3 and 10 at 2:30 p.m. in Pease Auditorium. R. Gurney’s Love Letters is a unique and imaginative theatre piece. Love Letters is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. As the actors read the letters aloud, what is created is an evocative, touching, frequently funny but always telling pair of character studies in which what is implied is as revealing and meaningful as what is actually written down. To make things even more compelling, three different couples will present the play on successive performances. Come back and see how each set of actors brings to life this touching romance that defied the ages.

Ticket prices

• Halton Theater: $18 Orchestra; $16 Mezzanine/Lower Balcony; $14 Upper Balcony 
• Pease Auditorium: $16

§ Flex Pass – $52.00
FlexPass Benefits A $16 savings over new higher single ticket price. Choose your performance dates 48 hours before show time. Use all four tickets as you choose. Get another pass at the same low price after the first four are used

§ Regular Season -$48
Benefits: $20 savings over new higher single ticket price. Guaranteed seat and date choices; guaranteed against theft or loss; reduced ticket exchange fee of .50 per ticket

§ Senior Season – $44.00
Benefits: $24 savings over new higher single ticket price; 4 shows for the price of 3; Guaranteed Seat and Date choices; guaranteed against theft or loss; Reduced Ticket exchange fee of .50 per ticket. Season Tickets on sale now and Single Tickets on sale September 2 by calling the Halton Theater box office at 704.330.6534, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Or online at CarolinaTix. www.carolinatix.org

For more information contact Tom Hollis, Chair-Drama at 6835 or visit our website at tix.cpcc.edu.

From September 5-14 please join us in welcoming the Pat Giraud Jazz Quartet from our Sister City of Limoges, France. The group will be concertizing and presenting master classes to CPCC students (and others) and also playing at local clubs. Our own Bill Hanna and his band were a part of their Limoges Jazz Festivals in France the last two years. This is an exchange for our ultimate enjoyment!

We will be welcoming the group at the Big Ben Pub on Sunday, September 7, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. On Thursday, September 11, the group will play a free concert at CPCC (Tate Hall). You may download a full schedule for their stay and gigs.

During the evening performances at local restaurants and clubs, the Pat Giraud Quartet will be joining renowned Charlotte (CPCC) musician Bill Hanna and his bands. See attached! Please contact Donna Apgar 6167, for more information about any of the activities on the schedule!  

Welcome! Please join us in warmly welcoming the following new additions to CPCC:

• Meagan McNamee has joined the Mathematics Team as instructor in mathematics.
• William Crews has joined the Business & Accounting Division as instructor human resources management.
• Steppen Murphy has joined the Sciences Division as instructor geology.
• Eleazar Montemayor has joined the Engineering Technology team as instructor civil engineering.
• Daniel Cole has joined the Sciences Division as instructor chemistry.
• Thomas Heffner has joined the Nursing/Human Services as instructor early childhood.
• Lauren Jacksina has joined the Information Technology Division as instructional office assistant.
• Darryl Jones has joined the Engineering Technology Division as instructor surveying technology.
• Rachel Jackson has joined with Learning Unit/Financial Services as financial analyst located on Central Campus.
• Karen Andrews has joined the Administrative Services group on Cato Campus as an accounting clerk senior.
• Tiffany Boger has joined the Community Relations and Marketing Services Department as a graphic design specialist.
• Aubrey Derk has joined the Community Relations and Marketing Services Department as a graphic design specialist.
• Jamila White has joined the CCE Institute for Entrepreneurship on Central Campus as Program Developer.
• Joseph Simmons Jr. has joined the Facilities Services team on Central Campus as groundskeeper.
• Athena Robertson has joined the Testing and Assessment team on Central Campus as an administrative clerk.
• Douglas Stacker has joined the CPCC Television Team as a videographer.
• Linda Dunlap has joined Instructional Development as director Teacher Education Initiatives on Levine Campus.
• Vincent Recher has joined the CPCC Campus Security team as assistant director security on Central Campus.

Staffing changes!

Congratulations to the following members of our CPCC family who are beginning new roles:

• Percell Hobbs has accepted a new role as director of Advising and Student Success Centers for all campuses.
• William Seale has accepted a full-time role as coordinator Academic Learning Center on Central Campus.
• Miriam Mason has accepted a new role as financial analyst senior in the Budgets and Payroll Department.
• Marcia Colson has accepted a full-time role in Enrollment & Student Services as a job placement specialist on Central Campus.
• Bryant Weisgerber has accepted a full-time role as an information systems analyst I in the Client Service Group on Central Campus.
• Debbie McCaskill has accepted a full-time position as financial analyst senior in the Budgets and Payroll Departments.
• Courtney Kimball has accepted a full-time position as instructor advertising and graphic design on Harper Campus.
• Donald Harding has accepted a full-time position with the Information Technology Services team as an information systems analyst II on Central Campus.
• Susan Autry has accepted a full-time instructor history position with the Behavioral and Social Sciences Division on Central Campus.
• Jerry Angelichio has accepted a full-time instructor physics position with the Sciences Division on Central Campus.
• Matthew Warnke has accepted a full-time instructor mechanical engineering technology position with Engineering Technology Division on Central Campus.
• Daniela Weinert has accepted a full-time instructor German position with Foreign Languages and Academic ESL on Central Campus.
• Cynthia Brunson has accepted a full-time instructor Office Systems Technology position with Professional Careers.
• Annie Barron has accepted a full-time instructor Adult ESL position with Community Development-Adult ESL on Harris Campus.
• Susan Medlin has accepted a full-time instructor–Transfer Programs with Information Technology on Levine Campus.
• Michael Webb has accepted a full-time instructor chemistry position with the Sciences Division on Central Campus.
• William Morris has accepted a full-time instructor English position with the English/Reading and Humanities Division.
• Derek Clark has accepted a full-time instructor heavy equipment technology position with Transport Systems Technology.
• Terry McMicking has accepted a new role as executive secretary in the dean’s office for Student Life and Service Learning.
• Joann Alexander has accepted a new role as executive secretary in the dean’s office for Retention Services on Harris Campus.
• Jacqueline Dickey has accepted a new role as executive secretary in the dean’s office for Student Success Services on Central Campus.
• Davandra Reed has accepted a new role as course management specialist on Central Campus.
• George Wightman Jr. has accepted a full-time instructor construction institute position with Construction Institute on Harper Campus.
• Raymond Sosko has accepted a full-time instructor position in Welding Technology on Harper Campus.
• Linda Ramge, has accepted a full-time instructor medical assisting position with Health Sciences on Levine Campus.
• Mary Kilburn has accepted a full-time instructor art history position with the Arts and Communications Division on Central Campus.
• Marc Tucker has accepted a full-time instructor information technology (programming) with Information Technology on Central Campus.
• Janice Burkes has accepted a new role as director Grants Development and Performance in Government Relations, Resource Development and Grants on Central Campus.
• Heather Parusel has accepted a new role as director Grants Development and Performance in Government Relations, Resource Development and Grants on Central Campus.
• Kelly Starnes has accepted a new role as accounting specialist II in CCE Accounting on Harris Campus.
• Keith Vincent has accepted a full-time academic advisor in Community Development on Central Campus.
• Elena Gallagher has accepted a full-time instructional lab facilitator position in the Sciences Division on Levine Campus.
• Adria Molinari has accepted a full-time instructional lab facilitator position in the Hospitality Division located on Central Campus.
• Michael Long has accepted a full-time instructional lab facilitator position in Engineering Technology Division on Central Campus.
• Steve Crull has accepted a new role as digital media specialist in Information Technology Services.
• Kristopher Motto has accepted a new role as information technology supervisor in Information Technology Services.
• Julie Chandler has accepted a new role as a digital media specialist in Information Technology Services.
• Dianne Matthews-Leibowi has accepted a full-time mathematics instructor in the Mathematics Division.
• Margaret Chan has accepted a full-time instructional lab facilitator position in the Arts and Communications Division on Central Campus.
• Richard Helms has joined the Behavioral and Social Sciences team in his new position, instructor psychology.

To the editor from Pete Somervell, Testing and Assessment:

“The Foreign Language Lab, Testing and Tutoring Center at the Levine Campus held an Open House on August 26. Over 419 students visited the center to learn about the services there and enjoyed the choice of chili, salsa, chips and a soda.

“The event was a big success due to the support of Frank McGuire of the Levine Security staff, Deborah Phillips, whose journalism class covered the event, and many members of the faculty who announced the event to their classes. The efforts of Barry Gilmore, Will Davis and Paul Fetkevich from Levine Campus Student Life, SGA representatives and other Levine students who served the refreshments were major contributors to the Open House’s success.

“In addition, MJ Hoch and Paul Vacauza, Language Lab Facilitators, Rowena Brooks of the Testing Center and Clay Seale, Chuck Loach, and Kuldeep Kaur of the Academic Learning Center were hosts. They explained the services of the center and answered students’ questions. We want to thank all of these people whose tireless work made this such a beneficial and appreciated event for the students.”

It just amazes me how caring our CPCC family can be. It is with humility and gratitude that I say "THANK YOU" for the calls, visits, cards, stamps, money, food, and flowers that you showered us with. I see some of you daily and that kind word, pat on the shoulder or gentle hug means so much. I may be emotional for awhile because it was so unexpected, but I know you are here to help guide me through it. Some of you have already been where I am now and your words of encouragement and strength help, believe me. Thank you again for thinking of my mother, siblings and other family members during this terrible loss. James  H. McAfee is smiling as well. Gratefully yours,
—Cynthia M. Smith (HPE ) and Miles Smith (CCE instructor) 

BIRTHDAYS
Aug. 29	Ginny Sparrow Hastings Patricia Ellen Moreland John Fred Shreve
30	Ray Arnold Greene Sally T. Whitten
31	Joan Battelle Brandt Mary Frances Comer Herman R. Green Noemi Dela Cruz Jesalva Harry W. Lewis
Sept. 1	Anthony Edwin Bass Robert Gerhard Boll
2	Frederick Parham Adams
3	Raymond W. Paskell Jr.
4	Mary K. Kilburn Valerie D. Wright Daniel von Briesen

§ Dining room: 1960 solid maple dining set—$250; 48” round table with (2) 12” leaves; 4 captain’s chairs. Sango Nova Blue dinnerware—$25; 4-piece set for 4. Oneida Chateau stainless flatware—$200; 5-piece service for 8; hostess and service sets; storage chest.

§ Kitchen: Hamilton Beach 10 speed blender—$10. 3-tier Black metal baker’s rack 38”x23.5”—$10. 6-speed GE hand mixer—$10. 13-piece cutlery and block—$10. Anchor Hocking glass canister—$5. Black tea kettle—$3.

§ Living room: Grey metal /black shade floor lamp 58”—$20. Contact for all the above is Kathy Terry, 6787.

§ Digital camera, NEW-still in box, Polaroid 831, 8.0MP, 3” LCD screen, 3x optical & 4x digital zoom, 16MB, lots of features and accessories, compare at Target at $149—first $100 gets it. Marie Helms, 704.619.1730.

§ House hunting? Three BR, 2.5 BA in tree-lined Chantilly (approximately two miles from Central Campus and less than .5 miles from major greenway development), gas-log fireplace, built-in china cabinet, granite, tile, and accent lighting in kitchen. Vaulted ceiling and his-n-hers closets in master, updated bathrooms, refinished hardwoods, picture molding and plantation shutters. New deck shaded by mature oak, home office, new siding and windows. Professionally landscaped and irrigated yard. Home warranty included—$379,900. Contact Andy Yates at 704.362.4297 or ayates@cbunited.com. Visit http://www.cbcarolinascharlotte.com/778558 for photos and virtual tour!

§ Homegrown tomatoes. Call Sara, 6898.