Creating Success: North Carolina's Community Colleges

Jessica Wright

 

Janice and Bennie Stuckey

 

Jennifer Taylor

 

Pat Hux

 

Stephanie Cox-Davis

 

Catherine Coleman

 

Corry Birchall

 

Michael Duncan

 

Barbara and Terry Smith

 

Faye Brown

 

When doors in her life were shut, Surry CC helped open new ones
- Jessica Wright, Surry Community College

"It was a perfect fit for me. I couldn't have asked for anything better."
- John Berry, Pitt Community College

"I really appreciate RCC and GATE for helping us."
- Janice and Bennie Stuckey, Richmond Community College

“The Air Force dental assisting instructors were good, but Lori McAllister [MCC dental assisting instructor] was the best. I wanted to tell her how grateful I am for all her help.”
- Stephanie Hunt, Montgomery Community College

"I knew this is what I wanted to do with my life."
- Jennifer Taylor, Beaufort County Community College

Her teachers quickly recognized her emerging qualities as a teacher
- Rhonda Johnston, Halifax Community College

Alum, staff member loves helping students deal with financial aid issues
- Pat Hux, Halifax Community College

“Assisting those in need is very satisfying… RCC made this possible.”
- Kevin Hickman, Robeson Community College

“I didn't stop at earning my GED…I'm fulfilling a dream I never thought would come true.”
- Stephanie Cox-Davis, Johnston Community College

“We had great instructors and were able to get more hands-on learning.”
- Bill Hooks, South Piedmont Community College

“To some, being laid off is the end of life as they knew it, but for me it was the beginning of a much better, new life."
- Catherine Coleman, Davidson County Community College

“You can do anything you set your mind to!”
- Matthew Hook, Forsyth Technical Community College

“My experience at CPCC transformed my career.”
- Corry Birchall, Central Piedmont Community College

“The College has truly prepared me for the real world.”
- Ivette Gonzalez, Central Piedmont Community College

“The CVCC faculty and staff helped me find my way.”
- Michael Duncan, Catawba Valley Community College

BCC not only helped her re-enter the workforce, but restored her confidence in herself.
- Lori Ferguson, Brunswick Community College

“We're looking forward to this new chapter in our lives as we go back to school. The hometown feeling and genuine sincerity of the faculty is second to none at Sampson Community College.”
- Barbara and Terry Smith, Sampson Community College

Education offered him a "therapeutic" transition from the military.
- Linwood Martin, Vance-Granville Community College

“I acquired self-esteem and developed better communication skills. …These accomplishments enabled me to obtain a job position that I enjoy.”
- Faye Brown, Wayne Community College

I would recommend COA to anyone who is sincerely interested in furthering their education and maximizing their opportunities to reach their full potential.
- Valerie Garland, College of The Albemarle

 

John Berry

 

Stephanie Hunt

 

Rhonda Johnston

 

Kevin Hickman

 

Bill Hooks

 

Matthew Hook

 

Ivette Gonzalez

 

Lori Ferguson

 

Linwood Martin

 

Valerie Garland
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