News Archive
July - December 2003

December 18, 2003

Former SCC Student Publishes New Book - While most of his classmates were outdoors climbing on monkey bars, Eric Brown could be found inside immersed in "The Fantastic Four" and "The Micronauts" comics. ( . . full story)

Southwestern's National Vocational-Technical Honor Society inducts 19 members - Nineteen students were recently inducted into Southwestern Community College's National Vocational-Technical Honor Society (NV-THS). ( . . details)

Ron W. Poor Electronics Engineering Technology Scholarship Recipients Announced - Jeff "Norm" Cooke of Sylva and Roman William "Bill" Dubay III of Franklin were recently named the 2003-04 Ronald W. Poor scholarship recipients. ( . . more)

December 11, 2003

SCC Responds to Acute Teacher Shortage - Southwestern Community College recently received approval to offer three pre-major programs to offset the demand for teachers. Beginning this spring, SCC will offer pre-major degrees in art education; English education; and elementary, middle grades and special education. The programs will allow students to facilitate a smooth transition to education programs at four-year state institutions. ( . . details)

Putman Selected for NC Community College Leadership Program - Barb Putman, Southwestern Community College's director of academic support, was recently selected to participate in the NC Community College Leadership Program. Putman, a resident of Franklin, was one of 34 participants selected from a field of 65 applicants for this year's class.  ( . . more)

SCC to offer Class Voice Lessons - Martin Rice, former director of vocal-choral music at Pfeiffer University, will lead a ten-week voice lesson course for Southwestern Community College. ( . . full details)

November 21, 2003

Eight SCC Students Awarded Scholarships - Eight students in SCC's electronics engineering technology program were recently selected to receive the North Carolina Targeted Assistance Program Scholarship. ( . . more)

"Learning Life Lessons" - Senior College, a Southwestern Community College program provided at 12 local long-term care facilities. The program, which is funded through Harrah's Cherokee Casino, offers hands-on activities to stimulate residents' minds and bodies. The activities range from soap making to woodworking and storytelling to holiday crafts. ( . . full story)

November 10, 2003

Paul Holt honored at SCC Foundation 30th Anniversary Dinner - During its 30th anniversary appreciation dinner, held last week at The Oaks in Whittier, the Southwestern Community College Foundation honored Paul Holt, Jr. for his dedication and commitment to the college and community. ( . . full story)

SCC's Distance Education Enrollment Doubles - As more and more adults juggle the demands of work, children and home, they are turning to colleges for distance education opportunities. ( . . full story)

Seventeen inducted into SCC's PTK Honor Society - Southwestern Community College's chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society inducted 17 new members at a ceremony held in Myers Auditorium on the College's Jackson Campus. ( . . details)

SCC to offer Construction Estimating Workshop - With the rising costs of construction materials, one mistake in cost estimating could severely impair a contractor's profit margin.
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October 31, 2003

Jackson County New Century Scholars Named - Fifty-four seventh graders from Jackson County were inducted into the New Century Scholars program during a recent ceremony hosted by Southwestern Community College. ( . . details)

Drew Hamilton NCS Award of Excellence Presented - Monica McGuire of Whittier was presented the Drew Hamilton New Century Scholar Award of Excellence at the New Century Scholar Induction Ceremony held at SCC's Myers Auditorium. ( . . more)

Petroleum Industry Donates Oil Pack Unit to Community Colleges - Students at Southwestern Community College and eleven other North Carolina community colleges recently received new training equipment, thanks to the generosity of the N.C. Petroleum Marketers Association (NCPMA). ( . . full story)

October 24, 2003

International Student at SCC Earns Four IT Certifications - What began as a journey to see the world and experience a new culture quickly became a life-changing adventure for Todor Bizhev. ( . . full story)

SCC's First-Year Radiography Students begin Clinical Rotations ( . . more)

Local writers, artists invited to submit creative works to SCC Milestone - Submissions are now being accepted for the fifth-annual Southwestern Community College Milestone--a publication designed to showcase local writers' and artists' talent. ( . . details)

SCC Criminal Justice-Cyber Crime Association Officers recently elected officers for the 2003-2004 academic year. ( . . full story)

October 22, 2003

Four Area Hospitals Contribute to SCC's Respiratory Therapy Program - Students in Southwestern Community College's respiratory therapy program are breathing a little easier thanks to donations made by four local hospitals. ( . . details)

October 16, 2003

SCC President to appear on UNC-TV Oct. 21 - Dr. Cecil Groves, president of Southwestern Community College is scheduled to appear on UNC-TV's North Carolina 2020 at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21 to discuss the economic impact of 21st Century telecommunications infrastructure in rural areas. ( . . read more)

Winners of the SCC 15th-Annual Fall Foursome Announced - The Southwestern Community College Foundation 15th-Annual Fall Foursome was held Tuesday, Oct. 14 at the Waynesville Country Club. ( . . full story)

October 3, 2003

Southwestern Community College recently named Student Ambassadors for the 2003-04 academic year. ( . . more)

Metrostat Scholarship Awarded to Stanley Queen of Cherokee
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Queen Scholarship Awarded to Daniel York of Whittier
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Blanton Scholarship Awarded to Josh Day of Sylva ( . . full story)

September 26, 2003

15th annual SCC Foundation Fall Foursome Golf Tournament, which benefits the Foundation and its scholarship recipients, will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at the Waynesville Country Club.
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SCC Announces Summer Dean's and President's List. Forty-five students made the cut for the prestigious honor. ( . . details)

SCC to Offer Pilates Courses - After years of high-impact, "sweat til' you drop" exercise programs, Pilates is making a strong come back. ( . . more info)

September 22, 2003

RBC Centura Rises to the Challenge set by Macon Bank earlier this summer. After donating $2,500 to the SCC Foundation, Macon Bank officials issued a challenge to other area financial issues to help build a $15,000 endowment fund for Macon County New Century Scholars. RBC Centura recently responded with a matching donation. ( . . full story)

September 12, 2003

Hooper Scholarship Awarded to Radiography & Medical Sonography students ( . . more)

Haywood Regional Medical Center Donates Diagnostic Equipment to SCC ( . . details)

Murphy Medical Donates to SCC's Respiratory Therapy Program ( . . full story)

SCC Vice President Appointed to CRC - Gene Couch, vice president for instructional services at Southwestern Community College, was recently appointed to serve a three-year term on the Curriculum and Review Committee (CRC) by the North Carolina Community College System. ( . . details)

SCC Adopts SLA: Student Leadership Association - This fall, Southwestern Community College welcomes the arrival of a new organization on campus - the Student Leadership Association (SLA). During this time, the SGA will be placed on a temporary inactive status to try a new approach to student leadership. (. . full story)

September 4, 2003

Bowers, Ellis and Watson Selected as Architect Firm for SCC's Macon Campus - Southwestern's trustees selected the firm at their Aug. 26 meeting. The trustees made the selection following deliberations that began two months ago. ( . . full story)

SCC Announces 'Tim's Auto Parts/NAPA Scholarship' - Darren Chastain of Franklin was recently named the first 'Tim's Auto Parts/NAPA Scholarship' recipient. ( . . details)

Kimsey Receives SCC's 2003 REAL Business Plan Award - Greg and Darlene Kimsey, owners of Little Miss Emily's Children's Clothing in Franklin, were selected as SCC's 2003 REAL business plan winner. ( . . full story)

Cashiers Calendar for September, October and November
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August 22, 2003

SCC to Offer Assistance for Teachers Facing Language Barriers - According to the 2000 U.S. Census, North Carolina has the fastest growing population in the country. In Western North Carolina, the number of Spanish-speaking residents has increased 356 percent since 1990, making communicating with Spanish-speaking students and parents one of the most prevalent and crucial issues educators are facing today. ( . . full story)

SCC to Host College Fair Sept. 15 - To help local families make decisions on higher education, Southwestern Community College will host a college fair from 5:30 - 7 p.m. on Sept. 15 in Myers Auditorium. (. . read more)

Garrett, West Awarded SCC Foundation Scholarships - Jennifer Garrett and Austin West, of Cherokee County, were recently awarded SCC Foundation Scholarships. Both students are enrolled in SCC's radiography program. ( . . more)

Blake Awarded SCC Foundation Scholarship - Adam Blake of Maggie Valley was recently awarded an SCC Foundation Scholarship. Blake is enrolled in Southwestern's outdoor leadership program. For additional information about SCC's outdoor leadership program, call (800) 447-4091, Ext. 352. ( . .more)

Five Swain County Students Awarded Scholarships at SCC
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Thirteen Macon County Students Awarded Scholarships at SCC ( . . full story)

Thirteen Jackson County Students Awarded Scholarships at SCC ( . . full story)

Ed and Hortense Wilson Scholarship Announced ( . . details)

Gregory Receives SCC Foundation Scholarship - Becky Medford, executive director of the Southwestern Community College Foundation, presented Kelly Gregory of Cullowhee, an SCC Foundation Scholarship. Gregory is enrolled in SCC's criminal justice technology program. ( . . full story)

Leadership Swain: Recruiting Leaders for Tomorrow - Southwestern Community College, the Bryson City Partnership for Renewal and Swain County have joined forces to offer a program designed to educate potential leaders on the challenges facing Swain County. ( . . more)

August 18, 2003

SCC Honors 29 Staff and Faculty Members for their Service at their annual Professional Development Day on Aug. 11. ( . . details)

August 4, 2003

SCC New Student Orientation Slated for Aug. 13 - Learning about college life may have never been so lucrative. ( . . full story)
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Leadership Macon: Recruiting Leaders for Tomorrow - For the past three years, Southwestern Community College and Macon County have joined forces to educate potential leaders on the challenges facing Macon County. ( . . details)

July 25, 2003

Bell Reappointed to SCC's Board of Trustees - Terry Bell of Franklin was recently reappointed to serve a four-year term on the Southwestern Community College Board of Trustees by the Macon County Board of Commissioners. ( . . full story)

Three SCC Board of Trustees Sworn in at Quarterly Meeting
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July 24, 2003

SCC offers Info Session on NC Manufacturing Certification Program - Those interested in pursuing future manufacturing employment opportunities in Swain County are invited to attend an information session on the NC Manufacturing Certification Program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 at SCC's Swain Center.
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July 21, 2003

SCC Extends Deadline for Three Health Programs - Emergency medical science, medical laboratory technology (MLT) and therapeutic massage will accept applicants through Aug. 14.
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Community College Budget - Economy class Community college faculties are too important to the state's economic future to allow their salaries to remain 47th best. ( . . full story)

Volunteer Spirit Contagious at the Banquet Table - When Pat Cable decided to give back to her community she took her commitment seriously and encouraged others to follow her lead.
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July 11, 2003

SCC offers Business Admin and Electronic Commerce Certificates On-line - Beginning this fall, Southwestern Community College will expand their business administration certificate offerings to an on-line format. ( . . details)

SCC's Medical Sonography Coordinator Receives New Skills - For several months Alva Winchester, Southwestern Community College's medical sonography program coordinator, has spent her evenings and weekends preparing for an exam. ( . . full story)

"Great Ducky Dash" brings in $1600 for Macon New Century Scholars - In addition to celebrating their freedom, Macon County residents supported education during the 4th of July festivities downtown. This year's "Great Ducky Dash" fundraiser brought in $1600 to support the Macon County New Century Scholars program. ( . . more)

George Ellison to teach Fern Identification Course at SCC - George Ellison, western North Carolina writer, naturalist, lecturer and historian, is teaching a fern identification course from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on July 30 at SCC's Cashiers Center. ( . . details)

Andy Shaw Ford, Inc. Donates $4,385 in parts to SCC
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July 7, 2003

SCC Premiers Surveying Technology Program this fall - Southwestern Community College recently received approval to offer an Associate of Applied Science degree in land surveying technology beginning this fall. ( . . more info)

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