Roxboro
Rotary Club pledges support to Kirby Rebirth revitalization project
The
Ro
xboro Rotary Club has pledged its support to the Kirby Rebirth:
Upstairs-Uptown project. The club will donate $10,000 to the Piedmont
Community College (PCC) effort to renovate the second floor of the Kirby
Cultural Arts Complex in uptown Roxboro to create usable space for
cultural and educational activities that will benefit the community.
"The Roxboro Rotary Club is pleased and honored to support the Kirby
Rebirth: Upstairs-Uptown project,” said Rotary Club president Tim
Chandler. “The Rotary Club supports worthy projects across the world,
but it is especially pleasing to support a project in our city that will
significantly contribute to the revitalization of the uptown area. We
recognize and appreciate the fact that the Kirby Theater is an important
part of the history of Roxboro and Person County.
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PMH Auxiliary endows PCC scholarship
The
Person
Memorial Hospital (PMH) Auxiliary has donated $25,000 to the Piedmont
Community
College (PCC) Foundation to create a scholarship endowment.
“As
PMH
Auxiliary members, we see every day the care, concern, and compassion
that PMH
staff show their patients,” said Jo Mooney, Auxiliary President.
“Because of
that, the Auxiliary wants to assist PMH staff members who would like to
advance
their education. The creation of the PCC endowment fund allows us to do
that.
We are so pleased to be able to support PMH staff and others who are
preparing
for healthcare careers.”
Half
of the
endowment earnings will be used to assist Associate Degree Nursing
graduates
each year with payment of their costs for taking the NCLEX-RN exam
(National
Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse exam).
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Roxboro Kiwanis donation supports Kirby Rebirth
The
Roxboro Kiwanis Club has given its support to the Kirby Rebirth:
Upstairs, Uptown by pledging $10,000 towards the project.
“The
Roxboro Kiwanis Club voted
unanimously to support the Kirby Rebirth project because we feel that it
is a
tremendous benefit to a wide spectrum of Person County residents,” said
Greg
Duhon, Roxboro Kiwanis Club past president. “It greatly enhances the
potential
for the children and youth of the County to be exposed to artistic
expression
thereby expanding their horizons and enhancing their learning
experience. We
also feel that the Kirby has excellent potential to serve as the anchor
for the
downtown revitalization effort and demonstrate to all the validity of
preserving treasures rather than replacing them. The Kiwanis are proud
to be
counted as part of such a worthwhile effort.”
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Union Bank makes donation to Kirby Rebirth project
Union Bank & Trust Co. has pledged its support of the
Kirby Rebirth: Upstairs-Uptown project through a donation of $10,000.
Spearheaded by Piedmont Community College, the Kirby Rebirth project will
provide initial renovations to the upstairs of the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex.
“Union
Bank & Trust is delighted to contribute to the Kirby Rebirth: Upstairs –
Uptown project,” said Don Lancaster, Chief Banking Officer/Executive Vice
President, for Union Bank & Trust Co.
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Alumni Partnership Hosts Reunion
Alumni Partnership hosted a reunion for students in Film & Video Production Technology and Digital Effects and Animation Technology programs on the Caswell County campus on Friday, April 19. For several students, it was the first time on campus since last taking classes. In recent years, PCC created renovated space for green-screen rooms, sound labs, and other state-of-the-art equipment for students in this curriculum.
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Tom Bowen tapped for PCC Alumnus of the Year award for 2013
The Piedmont Community College (PCC) Alumni Partnership tapped Roxboro resident Tom Bowen for its “Alumnus of the Year” award in recognition for his service to PCC. Bowen earned an Associate in Applied Science degree in Computer Programming from PCC in 2008.
“Tom is a perfect example of a successful PCC IT graduate with a global career. Moreover, he is a perfect example of PCC’s mission statement fulfilled,” said Dr. Sherry Stout-Stewart, Dean, Business Studies and Emerging Technologies at PCC.
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Art Guild of Person County Recognizes Five PCC Art Students
Five students in the Piedmont Community College Fine Arts program were honored recently by the Art Guild of Person County for their “artistic excellence.” The Art Guild awarded five honorary members in the guild for one year to students Lance Cook, Hyejn Eom, Nicole Legaly, Storm McNeal, and Saundra Shoe.
PCC art instructor Amy Levine made the presentations on behalf of the Art Guild during the Kirby Art Gallery opening of the PCC student art show in April 18 in conjunction with the PCC Alumni Partnership’s “Alumnus of the Year” reception. Levine, who reflected on the past two years that PCC’s Fine Arts program has made its home in the Kirby Learning Studios, adjacent to the Kirby Theater on Main Street, praised the fine arts faculty saying, “We have become like a family.”
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Person County TDA makes $20,000 pledge to Kirby Rebirth project
The Person County
Tourism Development Authority (TDA) has expressed its support of the Kirby
Rebirth: Upstairs-Uptown project with a pledge of $20,000. “With the economy
being what it is, we need a good drawing card to bring people to Person County.
The Kirby Cultural Arts Complex could be another destination for
out-of-towners,” said Charley Bullock, TDA co-chairman. “We have so many
talented people in Person County and a lot to show visitors, such as the Person
County History Museum. We want to continue to develop those opportunities.”
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PCC unveils W. Dallas Herring portrait
Piedmont Community College honored the contributions of the late Dr. W. Dallas Herring by unveiling a portrait of the North Carolina Community Colleges pioneer. James Woody, a member of the State Board of Community Colleges, (pictured left) and Dr. Walter Bartlett, PCC President, unveiled the portrait on March 12 during the PCC Foundation’s President’s Club breakfast at the College.
Woody said Herring “devoted his life to opening the doors of opportunity and learning for all North Carolinians.” Dr. Bartlett said that Dr. Herring was instrumental in the establishment of the Industrial Education Centers and later the NC Community College System during his tenure on the State Board of Education.
Each NC community college received a framed portrait of Dr. Herring, compliments of Duplin Winery and the NC Community College Foundation as part of the NC Community College System’s 50th anniversary celebration this year.
PCC receives Golden LEAF grant for its Workforce Certification Academy©
March 2013 - Piedmont
Community College (PCC) has been awarded a Golden LEAF Mid-Skills Training
Initiative Grant to expand existing training programs offered through the
College’s Workforce Certification Academy© (WCA).
The
WCA began serving unemployed and underemployed individuals in January 2012 with
a goal of meeting local workforce needs. The program began by offering
Certified Production Technician (CPT) credentials through the Manufacturing
Skills Standard Council. PCC held five cycles of CPT training in 2012, serving
77 individuals who acquired various industry-recognized credentials. Of those
graduates, 60% obtained employment averaging $13.65 per hour.
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Ro
xboro Savings Bank pledges $50,000 to Kirby Rebirth Project
February 2013 - Piedmont
Community College’s campaign to renovate the second level of the Kirby Cultural
Arts Complex has received a major gift pledge from a local bank.
Roxboro Savings Bank (RSB) has pledged $50,000 in matching funds to the Kirby Rebirth:
Upstairs-Uptown project. The gift was the first received in the campaign to
raise approximately $236,500. Donations will be used to transform the upper
level of the Kirby to usable space that will accommodate arts classes and activities,
galleries, and studio spaces as well as meetings and business retreats.
“We
feel like the Kirby Rebirth project will greatly benefit our community and our
citizens. It will bring vibrancy to our uptown area and will help improve the
lives of our young people,” said Jane Long, RSB Executive Vice President and
CEO.
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"Jingle on Main" Brings new Partnerships in 2012
In addition to the PCC Foundation joining with other College groups, such as SGA and the Alumni Partnership, the Directors' Roundtable also encouraged community groups to join in the "Jingle" fun!
December 2012 - The Person County Partnership for Children created Santa's Workshop inside the Chamber office space while next door the PCC Alumni Partnership invited children, adults and dogs to have their picture take with Santa!
In addition to the tree lighting ceremony and the wonderful entertainment (thanks to the Community Choir, PCC Child Development Center, Oak Lane Elementary Orff Ensemble, PCC Drama Students and PCC Choral Ensemble), guests also enjoyed over 500 luminaries and nearly 20 shops and stores open for business.
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Click here for a list of 2012 Luminaries
Don't forget to join us again in 2013 on Thursday, December 5. There's sure to be even more holiday fun!
Golf Classic raises over $21,000 for students
November 2012 - On Monday, November 5, the Piedmont Community College Foundation held its 23rd Annual Golf Classic. Proceeds from this event support student scholarships, the student incentive program, and innovative projects at the College.
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Each year the many sponsors of this event make the Golf Classic a great success! This year is no different. With the support of each sponsor listed below, the PCC Foundation raised over $21,000 for PCC students.
In the 23 year history, and with the continued support of our local businesses and industries, this event has raised over $520,000 since 1990.
Sponsors included:
Reception Sponsors
Carolina Pride Car Wash, Inc., Republic Services
President's Circle Sponsors
Century Link, CertainTeed Gypsum NC, Inc., First Piedmont Corporation, G&W Equipment, Houghton Fluid Care, MasTec Energy Services, MedAccess Urgent Care, PCC - Dr. Walter Bartlett, Person Memorial Hospital, Summit Design & Engineering Services, PLLC, Republic Services, Union Bank, Joe Weinberger, Jr.
Piedmont Sponsors
Allied Automation, Inc., Carver Agency, Inc., Capital Power, Comfort Systems USA (MidAtlantic), Donald W. Wilson, CPA, Eaton Corporation, Houghton International, North American Aerodynamics, Inc., Wesbell Technologies, Wild Scallions Farm
Ace Sponsors
Brooks and White Funeral Home, Cleve Wagstaff Stone Masonry, LLC, DPC Pawn and Gun Shop, Heat Treating Services Unlimited, Inc., MWP Contractors, Matrix Design, Andy Murphy, Nu-Way Cleaners, Inc., PCC – Mike Dossett, PCC - Dave Wehrenberg, PSNC Energy, Prudential Pointer & Associates Real Estate, Tar Heel Chevrolet Buick Pontiac GMC, Taylor Business Products, Thompson-Allen Insurance
Lunch Sponsor
LP Building Products
Beverage and Snack Sponsors
Classic Food Services, Durham Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Harris Incorporated, Sharon Slaughter – Farm Bureau
Hole Sponsors
Ace Home & Building Center, Better Cable Systems, Inc., Bowes Collision Center, Bryant-Durham Electric Service Company, Inc., Community Pharmacy of Roxboro, Jensen Fabricating Engineers, Kerr Stump Grinding Service, LLC, MBAJ Architecture, McDonald’s, Meccanica Nova Corporation, Olive Hill Welding, Dr. H. James Owen, Production Services Management, Inc., Roxboro Savings Bank, Sagemark Consulting, Saint Gobain Abrasive, James J. Woody
Cart Sponsor
Kate Moore Cox
Pre-Tournament Massage Sponsor
McIntyre Massage & Bodywork
Raffle Sponsors
Madison Marketplace, McIntyre Massage & Bodywork, Sharon Slaughter – Farm Bureau, Studio You
Auction Sponsors
Caswell Pines Golf Course, Jim Rohrer, Smith’s Photography, Treyburn Country Club, Wells Fargo
Progress Energy Mayo
Plant employees award PCC scholarship
November 2012 - Employees at Progress Energy’s Mayo Plant
facility who have been working hard to raise funds to endow a scholarship at
Piedmont Community College (PCC) had the opportunity to meet their first
scholarship recipient recently. PCC student Johnnetta Hamlett was introduced to
the Mayo Plant employees at a barbeque fundraiser held at the plant to benefit
the scholarship fund.
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