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C E N T R A L P I E D M O N T C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E A Year of Growth 2007-2008 Annual Report America is facing the greatest labor and skills shortage in its history. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a shortage of more than 10 million workers by 2011. Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) plays a vital role in addressing this labor shortage by providing training for workers that’s relevant for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Since 1963, CPCC has been offering programs to meet the demands of the workforce. Today, I am proud to say that CPCC offers more than 100 degree, diploma, and certification programs; customized corporate training; market-focused continuing education; and special-interest classes designed to meet the workforce needs of this community. We serve more than 70,000 individuals on our six campuses across the county, and our online classes are growing every year. Our College is growing at a tremendous rate. Over the past year, CPCC class registrations were up nearly 12 percent! This fall, the College grew an additional 6 percent and the number of students in online courses increased nearly 35 percent. Our enrollment growth has outpaced many community colleges across the state, and this growth is testimony to our success. But student enrollment isn’t the only area where we’re experiencing growth. CPCC continues to be on the cutting-edge providing new programs and training to serve the needs of our business community. Our goal is to respond to the local, regional, and global trends in the job market. With that in mind, CPCC began a new curriculum certificate and seminar series in motorsports this fall. In the spring, we’ll offer our new Motorsports Institute. Other innovative programs include the Non-Destructive Examination program, the Center for Sustainability, the Lifelong Learning Institute, and much more. In this annual report, you’ll have a glimpse of the valuable offerings at CPCC and the tremendous impact we have on this community. I hope you���ll take time to read this report and find out why CPCC is this area’s premier career college. Sincerely, P. Anthony Zeiss, Ed.D. President Message from the president “A Year of Growth… People, Programs, and Progress” 1 Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center Message from the Chairman of the Board CPCC college profile • CPCC is the largest of the 58 community colleges in North Carolina. • 1.4 million students have been served since the College was founded in 1963. • CPCC employs more than 1,000 full-time faculty and staff members as well as 1,500 part-time faculty and staff. • CPCC was named the “Community College of the Year” by the National Alliance of Business. • CPCC was named one of the two best colleges in workforce development by the Ford Foundation. • CPCC is a good steward of the community’s money. > 18% in MWBE commodity and service purchases (state goal is 4%). 18% in total HUB commitment (state goal is 10%). CPCC is well above the state goal in both areas. Who are our students? • We serve approximately 70,000 community residents. • Approximately 40% of CPCC students are for-credit students taking college-level classes. • Approximately 20% of CPCC students are enrolled in literacy programs like GED, Adult High School, and Basic Literacy courses. • Approximately 40% of CPCC students are enrolled in Corporate and Continuing Education programs. • 52% are female and 48% are male and 47% are under 30 • 51% are minorities • 46% are first-generation college students • 96% work full or part-time • More than 3,400 are international students from 160 countries What Do They Think of CPCC? • 98% of students are satisfied with the quality of the College’s programs and services.* • 91% of business and industry clients are satisfied with CPCC services and students.* How Well Do They Do? • 93% of CPCC students taking licensure and certification examinations passed including areas such as Basic Law Enforcement, Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapy Assistant, EMT, Nursing, Real Estate/Sales)* *SOURCE: The North Carolina Community College System Enhanced Accountability Measures. 2 “The impact of CPCC on this community is far reaching, and every dollar invested in the College produces great economic returns. Ask just about any resident of Mecklenburg County and he or she can give you a personal testimony of how the College has not only benefited them personally, but has also made them more productive members of society. Whether you’re an individual seeking a two-year degree, an employer interested in additional training for your employees, or a worker wanting to advance your skills, CPCC has the program for you. This College just keeps giving back.” Ralph A. Pitts, Chairman CPCC Board of Trustees CPCC Board of Trustees Officers Ralph A. Pitts, Chairman Jane G. Cooper, Vice Chairman P. Anthony Zeiss, Secretary Bishop George E. Battle, Jr. Edwin A. Dalrymple Roni-Marzetta M. Jones David A. Lewis John W. Luby Alisa A. McDonald Sue Peck Robert Reid Carlos Sanchez Carrie C. Winter Georgia Lewis (served July 2000 to June 2008) Rich Jones (served July 2007 to July 2008) Student Government Association Kathleen Collado, President, Ex-Officio Board of Trustees’ Member CPCC revenues, expenditures, and economic impact 40.33% 40.08% 13.49% 6.79% 39.64% 27.23% 19.74% 12.70% 40.08% 13.49% 6.79% 39.64% 19.74% 12.70% Operating revenues 2007 Actual Percent State $49,987,667 40.33% Tuition $15,747,477 12.70% County $24,463,131 19.74% Other $33,755,722 27.23% Total $123,953,997 100% Operating expenditures 2007 Actual Percent Instruction $47,415,755 39.64% Institutional Support $47,940,183 40.08% Physical Plant $16,137,123 13.49% Student Services $8,128,013 6.79% Total $119,621,074 100% Total budgets Operating $123,953,997 Bonds/Capital $11,835,329 Total $135,789,326 CPCC economic impact Direct Impact $135,789,326 Indirect Impact (direct x 1.9 - direct) $122,210,393 Total Impact $257,999,719 Full-Time Payroll $1,026 Jobs Created = (direct x .00006) + F/T payroll $9,173 Return on Investment = [total impact/(state and local funding)] 347% Values CPCC brings to the community Student and Learning Focused: CPCC is a Learning College focused on ensuring that students achieve their goals and receive the training and instruction they need to succeed. CPCC offers classes and training to prepare people for jobs, to advance their skills so that they can move to the next level in their professions, or to transfer to a four-year institution. Accessible: CPCC serves more than 70,000 people on its six campuses throughout Mecklenburg County offering a comprehensive array of classes at convenient times, as well as a host of online courses. Affordable: CPCC provides high value at a fraction of the cost of a four-year institution. CPCC full-time students typically attend a year of college for $1,500. CPCC Basic Skills classes, including English as a Second Language classes, are free. Highly Respected: CPCC has won numerous national awards for high-quality programs and instruction. The College is a member of the prestigious League for Innovation in the Community College, a consortium of 20 of the nation’s finest two-year colleges. Responsive: CPCC is innovative and entrepreneurial, offering programs and services that match high-demand business needs. CPCC uses the latest classroom technology, offers many E-Learning opportunities, and trains for high-tech careers. Accountable: According to the North Carolina Community College System Accountability Measures, CPCC students and employers rated the College high. See the return on your investment throughout this publication. Economic impact of CPCC on the community Central Piedmont Community College continues to be a driving force in this region’s economy. The goals of the College are to be financially accessible to the community and to provide a strong return on investment. CPCC offers many benefits to the community: • Students benefit from higher earnings as a result of higher education and training. • The community at large benefits from social cost savings such as reduced unemployment, welfare costs, and incarcerations. • The community benefits from a unique blend of economic opportunities and other outcomes having a strong impact on increased earnings and productivity. 3 Alisa McDonald was appointed in July to the CPCC Board of Trustees. McDonald, who was appointed by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education to this position, serves as the vice president of Project Development and Services for Duke Energy. In her current position, she is responsible for business planning, strategic process integration and system implementation supporting regulated generation, engineering and commercial power generation at Duke Energy. McDonald has over 23 years of leadership experience in information technology, operational support services, supply chain and integrated marketing solutions. She began her career at IBM where she held key roles in systems engineering, project management, business solutions consulting and client services marketing. McDonald joined Duke Power in 1995 as manager of information security and business continuity. In 1999, she restructured and optimized several corporate shared services functions. In 2004, she led supply chain operations for Duke Energy’s fossil/ hydro generation business, and in 2005, she was responsible for business process, operational planning and training for regulated fossil/hydro operations. A native of High Point, North Carolina, she received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematical and computer science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a master of business administration degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is also a graduate of the Advanced Leadership Development Program of the McColl Executive Leadership Institute at Queens University of Charlotte. McDonald is a William C. Friday Fellow and alumna of the Wildacres Leadership Initiative, class of 2001-2003. She is involved in a number of community and professional activities including service on the Board of the North Carolina School of Science and Math Foundation (Executive Committee), Duke Energy’s African American Network (AAN), Business Women’s Network (BWN) and Leadership Development Network (LDN). She also serves as a Board member and Chair of the Finance Committee for Partners in Out-of-School Time (POST), a non-profit organization committed to ensuring youth in Mecklenburg County have access to quality programs and activities. McDonald is a member of Women Executives in Charlotte (WE) and previously has been involved with Communities in Schools, Junior Achievement and Big Brothers Big Sisters. In addition, she served as Board Chair of United Family Services, the largest United Way agency in the Central Carolinas. CPCC is governed by its 13-member Board of Trustees. The President of the Student Government Association serves with trustees appointed by the Governor, the County Commission, and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. New board member joins CPCC Board of Trustees 4 Did you know? Only 25% of the jobs in America require a bachelor or higher degree. Up to 75% of jobs in America require training beyond high school, but below four-year degrees.* *SOURCE: Department of Labor Occupational Projections and Training Manual 2006-2007 edition Cindy Castano, award-winning documentary producer, successful business owner, president of Alpha Management Group, and founder of the 501c3 non-profit Frontline Foundation, knows the impact giving back can have not just locally, but internationally. As a result of Castano’s success and her drive to make a difference for those without a voice, she received the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Advancement Award at CPCC’s graduation ceremonies on May 13 at the 2008 commencement exercises. The Hagemeyer Award is named for Dr. Richard H. Hagemeyer, CPCC’s founding president and president emeritus. The award is presented to a current or former CPCC student who demonstrates significant benefit from studies at CPCC by: • Demonstrating community involvement and social responsibility • Acquiring scholastic and learning skills that have led to continued personal and educational growth • Improving his or her economic status and potential for growth • Exemplifying positive and significant life changes Castano graduated from CPCC in 1984 in the paralegal program. In nearly 25 years, she has truly changed the world as a result of her passion to free slaves and deliver humanitarian aid to remote regions of Sudan. Earlier in her professional career, Castano experienced success working in the investment/financial markets of the United States, London, England, and Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in high value, multi-million dollar accounts. But she credits a trip to South Africa as a defining moment in her life and a later encounter with the work of Christian Solidarity International caused her to change course. She transitioned into documentary filmmaking, and it was only after several years making wildlife films for National Geographic that the opportunity opened to access Sudan’s underworld of slavery and genocide with Dr. John Eibner of Christian Solidarity International. “I placed myself behind the lens of a camera and began my documentary feature My Slave, My Infidel to bring this human rights issue to the public eye,” states Castano. Now an expert on slavery and genocide in Sudan, Castano has traveled to the area multiple times and is well versed on the history, politics, and social structure. In addition to creating the eye-opening documentary, she created Frontline Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit that aids those in need worldwide by creating new projects and supports medical, humanitarian, and human rights efforts by way of organizing projects, funding existing projects, and advocacy. She also serves as an international public speaker on these issues. Upon returning to the United States in 1999, Castano founded Alpha Management Group (AMG), a business consulting and documentary filmmaking business. AMG has served high profile organizations such as National Geographic Television and Film, National Geographic Magazine, China Central Television, the South African Embassy, Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, Bank of America, Clear Channel Entertainment, The Speed Channel, and many others. In 2003, Stalking Leopards, a documentary film Castano co-produced with Kim Wolhuter of South Africa, received a National Emmy Award in News and Documentary for music and sound. In 2006, a 2-hour special event she co-produced with Kim Wolhuter entitled Predators at War received a National Emmy Award in News and Documentary for outstanding science, technology, and nature programming. “CPCC helped me understand the importance of furthering my education and giving back to the community,” states Castano. “I am forever grateful to CPCC for helping me get off to a great start.” “It is an honor for CPCC to be able to recognize Cindy Castano with the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Achievement Award,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of Central Piedmont Community College. “Cindy serves as an outstanding role model and international humanitarian and is a perfect example of what the Hagemeyer Award is all about.” Past recipients of the award include Elaine Lyerly, Gary Mims, Ronald Caldwell, Sheriff Jim Pendegraph, Dr. Margaret Stanley Hagan, Paul Griffin, James White, Tony Weatherford, Chief Luther Fincher, Dr. Kenny Welch, Frances Queen, Richard Zollinger, Stanley Law, and others. CPCC presents top educational award Cindy Castano Receives Richard H. Hagemeyer Award Cindy Castano, recipient of the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Advancement Award and to the right, Capetown, 5 South Africa CPCC receives funds to support cyber-security, computer forensics, and integrated emergency response training CPCC received $1,013,593 in federal funding to support computer forensics, cyber-security efforts, and integrated emergency response training efforts. The money was allocated in the 2008 federal omnibus spending bill signed by President Bush. The following is a summary of the awards: American Academy of Applied Forensics – $822,000 from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) (NIJ Byrne Program for $352,000 and NIJ COPS Program for $470,000) Cyber-crime accounts for billions of dollars in economic losses and an incalculable toll on individual victims, particularly minors. This Federal appropriation will allow CPCC to develop training courses and curriculum in cyber-security (prevention) and computer forensics (investigation) for the region’s law enforcement and business sector. This Federal investment will expand the offerings available through CPCC’s American Academy for Applied Forensics. Center for Integrated Emergency Response Training (CIERT) – $191,593 from the Department of Education Fund for the Improvement of Post Secondary Education. The Charlotte region’s emergency responders and public health workers serve more than 2 million citizens in the most densely populated region of the Carolinas. These emergency response professionals must be prepared to respond to complex crisis events that require a high level of collaboration. This Federal appropriation will allow CPCC to develop training exercises and curriculum for public health workers and emergency responders. The training will utilize state-of-the-art, computer-based simulations of real-world crisis events that engage participants from across all emergency response professions. Recently, the 16-county Charlotte region has made great improvements in its emergency response preparedness and training, still most training occurs independently and without coordination and tracking. The establishment of the CIERT will create a regional model that delivers integrated emergency responder training. The North Carolina Congressional members including Senator Richard Burr, Senator Elizabeth Dole, Representative Robin Hayes, Representative Sue Myrick, and Representative Melvin Watt played a critical role in securing these appropriations. “The U.S. Congress, through its generous appropriation, and the leaders of CPCC, are committed to supporting law enforcement and the pursuit of justice as well as integrated emergency response training,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “CPCC has become a leader in forensic training, cybercrime, and emergency response training. These funds will allow us to take our training opportunities to the next level.” When Jeannine Sargent enrolled in a course on writing a business plan at CPCC’s Institute for Entrepreneurship, she had no idea it would lead to winning a national competition and awarding her money to start her business. But that’s exactly what happened to Jeannine, who won $50,000 in seed money in the 2007 “Make Your Dreams Come True with Mirassou” contest. California-based Mirassou Winery created the award as part of its support for women-owned businesses. Sargent’s winning business idea, The Red Bow, is a health club for women that will offer a holistic approach. “When I learned that almost one woman dies every minute from cardio vascular disease and that most of those deaths can be prevented, I knew I wanted to help women change their lifestyle to enhance health and longevity,” Sargent says. Her business model includes what she calls her “3E Strategy.” “We believe in Evaluate, Educate, and Empower,” she explains. “In addition to the aerobic and strength building activities of other health clubs, The Red Bow will also offer health screenings, health classes, and even meditation and aromatherapy. We’ll focus on the mind, body, and spirit.” Sargent is a strong advocate of community college education and says she didn’t hesitate to enroll in the Institute for Entrepreneurship’s. New Ventures Entrepreneurship Certificate Program. “I’ve been a lifelong student of CPCC,” she explains. “Even though I have an MBA, I’ve been taking additional classes at CPCC since the early 80s, and I know the quality of the programs this College offers.” The power to succeed Jeannine Sargent, CPCC Institute for Entrepreneurship student 6 CPCC presented the College’s Distinguished Service Award to Rick and Linda Hendrick on Tuesday, May 13 at the College’s 2008 commencement exercises. This award is annually presented by CPCC to an individual who has provided strong support to the institution over the past year. The Hendrick family has long been known for many common threads in this community, which include faith, family, friends and philanthropy. CPCC has had the good fortune of being one of the recipients of this family’s generosity and support. Over the years, Rick Hendrick’s intelligence, energy, determination, and business acumen have made him an enormous success in the automobile and motorsports industries. Under his guidance, Hendrick Automotive Group and Hendrick Motorsports have become leaders in their respective fields. As the second-largest privately owned dealership group in the U.S., Hendrick Automotive has become the standard by which all others are measured. The Hendrick family also leads the way in giving back to this community. In May of 2007, CPCC dedicated the new Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology at the Levine Campus in Matthews. As a result of the generosity of Rick and Linda Hendrick, this new 35,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility serves as headquarters to many of the College’s training and re-training programs in automotive technology. The new facility features six classrooms and six labs with the latest in equipment and technology. Thanks to their generosity and support, the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology serves technicians who are seeking updated technical skills through contract training and corporate and continuing education. The program also provides first class training for those who aspire to become technicians. In addition to this outstanding facility, Rick and Linda Hendrick have established the Hendrick Awards program, a technical co-op program that attracts and trains deserving CPCC students. This program is a win-win opportunity for CPCC and Hendrick Automotive Group by providing hands-on training for our students and creating a pipeline of employees for Hendrick. Other support from the Hendrick family includes generous upgrades to the interior and exterior of the Joe Hendrick Center adding to the overall Levine Campus learning atmosphere as well as state-of-the-art equipment that provides “unrivaled opportunities” to CPCC students. “Rick and Linda Hendrick are strong supporters of our institution and the work we do,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of Central Piedmont Community College. “CPCC is fortunate that they selected our institution as their focus in advancing automotive technician training in this region.” Rick and Linda Hendrick honored for generous support to the College 7 Deven Carter, a student in the Transfer Program at CPCC, understands the importance of a good education and a strong work ethic. After receiving his GED at CPCC, Deven knew he wanted to continue his education and pursue his passion in business administration. In addition to enrolling in the transfer program at CPCC, Deven became involved in Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) to help him get the real-world, hands-on experience he needed. After graduating from CPCC, Deven plans to transfer to either UNC-Chapel Hill or Howard University to earn a degree in business administration. He also plans to attend Harvard University to enter their joint program for MBA and Juris Doctorate (JD). Ultimately, Deven plans to open a Children’s Center in his hometown of Brooklyn, New York and provide career counseling and support for disadvantaged youth. According to Deven, “CPCC is helping me reach my goal. With all of the degree and certificate programs offered at CPCC, there’s something for everyone here. You can get a great education for a fraction of the cost of a four-year college or university.” CPCC produces leaders every day Linda and Rick Hendrick making an appearance at CPCC Deven Carter, CPCC student and entrepreneur–Associate of Arts transfer program 8 CPCC retirees re-connect On November 7, 2007, CPCC hosted its first meeting of the newly-formed CPCC Retiree Association in the College’s Culinary School on its Central Campus in Charlotte. Dr. David Hunter, retired Dean, Arts and Sciences, was the convener. Dr. Tom Griffin, retired Dean, Educational Resources, outlined the purpose of the Association: to socialize with each other, to promote volunteer activities at the College, to keep retirees up-to-date on College events and certain national and state information of interest, and to encourage continuing contact and support between CPCC and CPCC retirees. Dr. David Hunter said, “We expect many others will join the Association as retirees learn about the group and our purpose. We do not claim to have arrived, it will take time; but we are excited about the opportunity to bring the CPCC family together in an organized and informative way.” The original members of the Retiree Association Steering Committee were introduced: Dr. David L. Hunter, Dr. Lois W. Dixon, Mr. Robert L. Gossett, Dr. Thomas E. Griffin, Ms. Dora T. Johnson, Ms. Molly F. Savage, and Ms. Brenda W. Lea of the CPCC Foundation. A Retiree Association Office is located on CPCC’s Central Campus. Please call 704.330.6241 for more information or contact david.hunter@cpcc.edu. Success comes in threes for the Nash family. These triplets had a passion for the dental assisting field and they pursued their education at CPCC. The College afforded them the opportunity to obtain a quality education at a reasonable price while remaining close to home. According to Ashley Nash, ���The Dental Assisting Program at CPCC offered me more than I ever expected. The instructors and staff were always willing to help and they prepared us to be successful in the profession. I would recommend the CPCC Dental Assisting Program to anyone considering a career in this field.” Success x3 Ashley Nash, Amber Nash, and Erica Nash Cousar, CPCC Dental Assisting Program Dr. David Hunter, retired Dean, Arts and Sciences To find out more about Central Piedmont Community College and all the College has to offer: • Log on to our website at www.cpcc.edu or tune into our cable station on TimeWarner Cable at CPCC TV 17 • Contact us: > programs and registration information – 704.330.CPCC (2722) > online registration – www.cpcc.edu > corporate and continuing education – 704.330.4223 Dear Friends: On behalf of the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, please accept sincere thanks for your generous support. In the 2007–08 fiscal year, the Foundation was the recipient of over 1,400 gifts totaling more than $4.28 million. Please know that your gifts go directly to extending the College’s mission of providing quality educational and career training opportunities to citizens of our region. In the past year, over 70,000 individuals took advantage of the courses, programs, and services offered by Central Piedmont. In these challenging times, the importance of Central Piedmont to our community continues to grow. As enrollment and the need for the College’s financially-accessible college credit and workforce preparation courses increase, so too does the need for your support. Significantly, thanks to the generosity of donors, the Foundation was able to provide over $850,000 in scholarships to needy students. A gift to Central Piedmont truly transforms lives. Your support is helping individuals obtain the education and training which will equip them to embark on productive careers and to better provide for their families. I can think of no better purpose for philanthropy. Again, many thanks for what you have done for the College and its students and for what you will do in the future. Sincerely, Thomas E. Norman President, Board of Directors Central Piedmont Community College Foundation Letter from the Foundation president 9 “Please accept sincere thanks for your generous support.” The Levine Foundation Leon and Sandra Levine–their gift changing lives On April 17, 2008, Amy Levine and Fred Simmons of the Levine Foundation joined College President Tony Zeiss and CPCC Foundation staff for lunch and a report on the Levine Scholarship Endowment. Dr. Zeiss expressed his gratitude to the Levine Foundation, Leon and Sandra Levine, for choosing to invest in the lives of students at CPCC saying, “What an incredible gift this is, and will continue to be, for the citizens of Charlotte-Mecklenburg.” This remarkable gift in 2002 is still the largest gift in the history of the College and is a significant source of financial assistance for CPCC students. More than 500 Levine Scholarships have been awarded. The College’s Levine Campus in Matthews is named in honor of Leon and Sandra Levine in gratitude for this gift. Levine Scholars attending the lunch told what the scholarship meant to them. For the single parent struggling to feed a family to the first-generation college student to many more with little hope of pursuing their dreams of a college education, the Levine Foundation has opened the doors to success. On November 28, 2007, the AT&T Foundation announced it was awarding $54,000 to support three organizations in Charlotte. Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) received an $18,950 grant for the expansion of educational opportunities for disabled students. Specifically, the grant was to provide assistive-technology equipment to meet the growing needs at CPCC’s six campuses throughout the Mecklenburg County area. The some 600 disabled students CPCC educates each year will benefit from this grant. “CPCC is extremely grateful for this generous gift from the AT&T Foundation,” said Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of the College. “It will allow us to expand our services to students with visual impairments by enhancing our assistive-technology equipment. At CPCC, we seek to provide top-quality education and services to students with special needs, and this gift will support us in our efforts.” The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic entity of AT&T, Inc. Central Piedmont Community College receives AT&T grant l. to r. Tony Zeiss, CPCC President; and Carlos Sanchez, Director, External Affairs, AT&T, and member CPCC Board of Trustees, with AT&T grant award Thomas E. Norman, president, Board of Directors, CPCC Foundation Sandra and Leon Levine CPCC dedicates Time Warner Cable Student Commons Central Piedmont Community College dedicated the Time Warner Cable Student Commons on December 11, 2007. The Commons is located in the Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center on CPCC’s Central Campus. Time Warner Cable’s Charlotte Division made a generous commitment to provide cable broadcast services, equipment, and financial support to CPCC. In gratitude for this commitment, the College was proud to name the Commons area in the corporation’s honor. “As a ‘commuter college,’ it is important for CPCC students to have a place to gather and interact between classes,” stated Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “Thanks to the generosity of this corporate partner, hundreds of CPCC students will have a place to gather each day and enjoy the college experience.” “We are proud to be investing not only in Central Piedmont Community College but in our future,” stated Mike Munley, president of the Time Warner Charlotte Division. “By providing our technology to the College, we are taking an active role in assisting and supporting tomorrow’s leaders.” Mrs. Judith N. Allison Mr. David J. Auger Ms. LaRita Barber Dr. Walter B. Beaver, Jr. Mrs. Claudia W. Belk Ms. Catherine P. Bessant Mr. James T. Bolt Mrs. Madelyn L. Caple Mr. William M. Claytor Mr. James M. Coblin Mr. Wilton M. Connor Mr. Edwin A. Dalrymple Mr. Roddey Dowd, Jr. Mr. David J. Dzuricky Mr. William D. Elder Mr. Charles L. Fonville Mr. Harvey B. Gantt Mrs. Hilda H. Gurdian Mr. Thomas J. Hall Mr. Joseph F. Hallow, III Mr. Cameron M. Harris Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Scott C. Lea Mr. George MacBain, IV Ms. Alisa A. McDonald Ms. Elizabeth J. McLaughlin Mr. Bob L. Moss Mr. Thomas E. Norman Mrs. Christa A. Overcash The Honorable Robert M. Pittenger Mr. Ralph A. Pitts Mrs. Patricia A. Rodgers Mr. Caldwell Rose, Jr. Mr. Kenneth R. Samuelson Mr. Carlos E. Sanchez Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. Mr. Albert F. Sloan Mr. Robert Edwin Spears Mr. Robert Stolz Mr. H. Allen Tate, Jr. Mrs. Agnes B. Weisiger Mr. William H. Williamson, III Mr. James R. Worrell, Sr. Foundation directors elected in 2007–2008 Foundation Board of Directors Contributions to CPCC Foundation, Inc. July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008 Giving Group Amount Percent Businesses $2,017,322 47.1% Individuals $1,020,868 23.9% Foundations $1,193,598 27.9% Professional & Civic Groups $48,040 1.1% Total $4,279,828 100.0% 10 Honorary Directors The Honorable Sue Myrick The Honorable Melvin Watt l. to r. College President, Tony Zeiss; Mike Munley, president, Time Warner, Charlotte; Ralph Pitts, chairman, CPCC Board of Trustees; and Tommy Norman, president, CPCC Foundation Board of Directors at dedication of the Time Warner Cable Student Commons Ms. Catherine P. Bessant Mr. Wilton M. Connor Mr. David J. Dzuricky Mr. Thomas J. Hall Mr. Joseph F. Hallow, III Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Caldwell Rose, Jr. Mr. Robert Stolz Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. CPCC launches new motorsports technology initiative On Thursday, December 13, 2007, various leaders in the motorsports industry gathered at Central Piedmont Community College’s North Campus in Huntersville, NC to learn more about new motorsports training opportunities at the College. Mr. Andy Papathoanassiou, CEO, North Carolina Motorsports Association, provided remarks about the value of CPCC’s Motorsports Program to the industry. The College’s president, Dr. Tony Zeiss; CPCC’s Transportation Systems Technologies director, Ms. Laurie Walker; and Mr. David Bowen, CPCC’s Motorsports coordinator, also shared information on the new training efforts. Following the presentations, guests took tours of the new state-of-the-art facility. Motorsports professionals and friends gather at CPCC’s North Campus in Huntersville to learn about training opportunities Standing (l. to r.) guests Wayne Cooper and Tod Thorne; seated (l. to r.) Karen Isenbug, highschool career and technical coordinator, Charlotte-Meckenburg schools, and guest Judy Cooper at the motorsports event 11 Renée Prim and David Cole (above) with (l. to r.) Dr. Richard Hagemeyer, former president, CPCC, and Dr. Tony Zeiss, current president 12 Prim-Cole Center named for alumna/instructor’s amazing legacy Renée Prim was only 21 years old when an accident paralyzed her right arm and both legs. “They (the doctors) gave me five years to live,” she recalls. But Ms. Prim rallied, and she reconstructed her life. CPCC was her inspiration. “The College was with me virtually every step of the way,” Ms. Prim said, “either as a place for more education or as an employer.” Now, Renée Prim and her husband David Cole are helping others with physical challenges. Ms. Prim has donated her family’s nearly 22-acre farm near Shelby, NC to CPCC. She said, “I can’t take care of this farm; and if I give it to CPCC, it will be a win-win for everyone.” According to Brenda Lea, executive director of development with the CPCC Foundation, the farm will be sold, and the monies from the sale used to establish a gift annuity to benefit the couple during their lifetime. At their passing, the principal and growth will be used to help students with special needs at the College. Before the accident, Ms. Prim had earned a CPCC degree in administrative office technology. She continued at CPCC, and earned three other degrees. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix. Before finishing all of this, CPCC hired Ms. Prim to work in the instructional labs. “It was so motivating,” said Ms. Prim. “I am happy to be able to give back to the College.” Ms. Prim retired in 2002 after 27 years with the College. Her husband worked as a part-time instructor for 19 years. On March 14, 2008, CPCC hosted a luncheon to honor the generous couple and to announce the establishment of the Prim-Cole Center for Information Technology on CPCC’s Central Campus. “Renée Prim is truly an amazing individual,” stated Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “She has served as an inspiration to many at the College. We’re excited to be able to dedicate the Prim-Cole Center in recognition of the tremendous example Renée and her husband have shared with this institution.” Famed star Larry Hagman hosts benefit at CPCC’s Halton Theater Larry Hagman, television icon and star of Dallas and I Dream of Jeannie, served as master of ceremonies for “Heart,” a benefit held on May 15 at the Halton Theater on Central Piedmont Community College’s Central Campus in Charlotte. Proceeds from the event provided $75,000 in performing arts scholarships at CPCC and a similar amount for The Harvest Center in Charlotte. Mr. Hagman and his wife Maj donated their Ferrari to be raffled at the event along with other items. The event was organized by The Avenir Foundation, which supports educational programs and outreach ministries that empower individuals and nonprofit organizations. Event steering committee chairs were Charlotte business leaders Mark Erwin and Frank Martin and CPCC President Tony Zeiss. CPCC offers a nationally recognized performing arts program with associate in fine arts degrees (AFA) in art, dance, music and music education. Each year, performing arts students at the College produce more than six theatre and opera performances in its beautiful Dale F. Halton Theater. In addition, CPCC produces a Summer Theatre program, which includes five productions in 10 weeks at the College. Graduates of the Performing Arts Program at CPCC have become successful composers, music teachers, and performed on Broadway. The Dale F. Halton Theater was named the 2006 “Best Concert Venue” in Creative Loafing’s Best of Charlotte and the 2007 “Best Seat in the House” in Charlotte Magazine’s Best of the Best Awards. The theater provides CPCC artists and audiences with a remarkable performance venue, as fine as any in the region. Dr. Tony Zeiss, one of the “Jeannies,” and actor Larry Hagman Business leaders, Frank Martin and Mark Erwin along with Dr. Tony Zeiss (far right), present actor Larry Hagman with a gift from the Avenir Foundation and the College Winner of Ferrari, Will Jordan, and Larry Hagman 13 College loses dear friends and strong supporters CPCC lost a great friend and dedicated College servant with the passing of R. Powell Majors on November 29, 2007. About 3 ½ months later, his wife, Dot, also passed away. Mr. Majors was nearly 101 years old and Mrs. Majors was 98. They had been married 74 years and had two children, Dr. Robert P. Majors, Jr. and Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges. Mr. Majors spent much of his long life supporting and advancing CPCC. He served as the first executive director of the CPCC Foundation from 1971 until 1990. Under his leadership, the foundation’s endowment grew from $3,000 to almost $2.5 million. After his retirement, Mr. Majors continued to help the College as a volunteer fundraiser and as an avid supporter himself. Says Dr. Kevin McCarthy, associate vice president for institutional advancement, “Powell Majors laid the groundwork for all that followed. His considerable efforts and commitment built the CPCC Foundation into a viable, sound entity. We continue to be grateful for all he made possible. The service he provided to the College is truly remarkable. He is missed by his many friends at CPCC.” When Mr. Majors retired in 1990, the Majors Bookstore on CPCC’s Central Campus in Charlotte was named in his honor. It was rededicated in 2005 when the bookstore moved to the College’s new Professional Development Building. In December 2006, the Majors Scholarship for needy students was announced when CPCC threw a 100th birthday luncheon for Mr. Majors. Contributions from Mr. Majors’ fellow rotarians at Charlotte Rotary and other friends totaled $115,312; and gifts are still being accepted. Memorials can be made to: CPCC Foundation, Majors Scholarship, P.O. Box 35009, Charlotte, NC 28235. CPCC is fortunate to have had Mr. Majors’ longtime friendship and support. Powell and Dot Majors were married 74 years During Powell Majors’ tenure at CPCC, he started a “Car Donation Program.” At his passing, family members donated his 1998 Eighty-Eight Royale Oldsmobile. Pictured l. to r. are grandsons Andrew (Andy) Majors and Tom Hodges; Dr. Kevin McCarthy, associate VP, Institutional Advancement, CPCC; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Robert P. Majors, Jr. and Helen. Brenda Lea, executive director of development, Institutional Advancement, CPCC, holds Mr. Majors’ keys. He was a volunteer for many years in the College’s ABLE Program (Adult Basic Literacy Education). 14 Benefactors honored for A New Seat in Town Thirty benefactors who have named a seat in the Dale F. Halton Theater at CPCC were recognized at a Sunday brunch on March 30, 2008. The Halton Theater is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as home to the College’s performing arts productions and allows the College to host national and international touring companies and productions for the enjoyment of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community. The size and quality of the theater have represented an important addition to the cultural life of the area. As a seat benefactor, the name of a donor or a friend or relative is permanently and prominently recognized on a plaque in the Halton Theater. The proceeds from seat benefactors assure the ongoing quality of the facility and its artistic programming. In addition, at the time of donation, each seat benefactor is recognized in the playbills and programs distributed at performances in the theater. In addressing the donors at the brunch, College President Tony Zeiss said, “We appreciate you joining us as a seat benefactor in Charlotte’s newest cultural resource. In so doing, you have generously endorsed the importance of the College and arts to our community.” For more information on A New Seat in Town, please contact the CPCC Foundation at 704.330.6869. ArtsFest sponsors In March 2008, Central Piedmont Community College hosted its second ArtsFest Festival. This celebration was a week-long event commemorating artists with ties to the Carolinas. We appreciate the following sponsors: AT&T North Carolina, Bojangles’ Restaurant, Charlotte Weekly, Cochran Enterprises, Creative Loafing, Follet Higher Education Group, Healthy Dairy, Sonny’s Bar-B-Q, and Sun Belt Rentals. 15 Orchestra Level AT&T North Carolina David Barnhardt Eleanor & James Barnhardt Foundation Mr. & Mrs. John M. Belk, The Belk Foundation Sue & Addison Bell Ms. Betsy J. Blount Amy & Philip Blumenthal Jim and Jenny Bolt Dr. Michael & Mrs. Lenora Borchardt Leamon Carroll Conrad & Barbara Carter Bill & Anne Claytor Mrs. Jane G. & Mr. Stephen Cooper Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA James & Kathy Drumm Della Joan Erwin Betty & Erskine Harkey Lila Erwin Highsmith Ms. Barbara Horstmann Don R. & Linda Y. Koch Gary E. LaBrosse Cynthia H. LaBrosse Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Dot & Powell Majors Vincent & Alma Martin – In memory of Joseph P. Martin Kevin R. McCarthy – In honor of Cormac & Jack McCarthy Dr. and Mrs. Clinton H. McKay Mr. Michael C. Moss William S. & Amy H. Roberts Patricia and B. D. Rodgers Jim & Mary Ann Ruggiero – In celebration of our 25th Wedding Anniversary Mr. Alan C. Simonini Ed & Jackie Spears Dr. & Mrs. James M. Tart Earl & Sue Taylor E. Kyle Tyner Tim & Sarah Turner Vrana-Skalaban Family Dr. Spurgeon Webber, Jr. & Mrs. Loretta Webber Dr. Tony Zeiss Mrs. Beth Zeiss Balcony Level Mr. & Mrs. Michael Bailey – In memory of Mr. Richard H. Bailey Janet Chapman Mary & Bill Collin Dr. John R. Dunn Maha, Scott & Pavani Gingrich Mrs. Elisabeth G. Hair Ms. Katharyn Horne Ms. Karen Hudson-Brown – In honor of Mary Lou Paschal Georgia Jacquez Lewis and Robert L. Lewis Gary & Amy Ma Mr. Vincent P. Martin – In memory of Joseph P. Martin Rob & Lorrie Morris Mr. & Mrs. J. Norman Pease, Jr. Ms. Lynne Safrit, North Carolina Research Campus Mrs. Elizabeth D. Schweikhardt – In loving memory of my husband, James R. Schweikhardt Mr. Tim & Mrs. Kim Stump, Stuart Elizabeth Stump Joan & Garren Tate Ms. Roberta M. Tremain Paul & Susan Vadnais Halton seat benefactors Dale F. Halton Theater Fonville Endowed Scholarship established at CPCC The Charles L. & Doris M. Fonville Foundation has established the Fonville Endowed Scholarship at Central Piedmont Community College. The Fonville Scholarship was established in March 2008 as a permanent endowment to provide assistance to students at CPCC. The scholarship is for students with financial need who are studying on a full-time basis at the College. Mr. Fonville, president of Fonville and Company, is a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. In making this contribution, he said, “My philosophy is to give people a hand up . . . I want to help needy, deserving individuals attend CPCC.” A total of 1,640 students at CPCC received scholarships in the 2007– 2008 academic year. Scholarships continue to be among the College’s greatest need. Doris and Charlie Fonville 16 Dedication of the Hall Professional Development Building On January 31, 2008, the College dedicated the Hall Professional Development Building in recognition of the generous support of Charlotte entrepreneur Thomas J. Hall, president of The Hall Group. Mr. Hall is a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. At Mr. Hall’s request, it was a modest celebration attended by family, close friends and College leaders. A significant portion of Mr. Hall’s support will be utilized for programs and scholarships related to entrepreneurialism. College President Tony Zeiss said, “Your gift will provide educational opportunities for deserving individuals for years to come. Importantly, these will be individuals who share your entrepreneurial spirit and who will go on to benefit our community by starting their own businesses. This is indeed a wonderful gift and a wonderful legacy.” The Hall Professional Development Building is located on the College’s Central Campus near uptown Charlotte and is used for CPCC staff development and business training. It also houses the College’s Institute for Entrepreneurship. Thomas “Tommy” Hall CPCC dedicates the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association Shop Levine Campus On May 22, 2008, Central Piedmont Community College dedicated the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association Shop in the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology at the Levine Campus in Matthews. The dedication recognized the Automobile Dealers Association’s generous gift to support CPCC’s automotive technology programs. During the event, Macon Griffin, president of the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association, made remarks and applauded CPCC’s state-of-the-art automotive training facility and quality instruction. Additional remarks were made by CPCC President Tony Zeiss; Chairman of the CPCC Board of Trustees Ralph Pitts; and Laurie Walker, director of CPCC’s Transport Systems Technology Division. The automotive labs at the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology are used by the College’s BMW, Toyota, and General Motors training programs as well as for continuing education, safety inspection and emissions classes. More than 600 students received training last year. CPCC greatly appreciates the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association’s support. 17 Planned Giving gets 100 percent boost When William M. Claytor, chairman of the Planned Giving Committee of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors, issued a recent challenge to his newly-formed committee of eight members, little did he know the generosity of his group. Bill said, “The mission of our committee is to encourage friends of the College to include CPCC in their will or to make some kind of planned gift to the College; I would like for each of us to be the first to make this commitment.” The CPCC Foundation describes a planned gift as a gift for any purpose, deferred or outright, that requires a donor to consider his/her financial situation and/or estate plan along with philanthropic intent. All eight committee members rose to the challenge. Gift commitments exceeded $l,000,000 and included bequests, life insurance, an IRA transfer and designations of memorial gifts to CPCC at a donor’s death. One donor, who prefers not to be named, says, “My gift of life insurance allows me to give to a cause I am passionate about without jeopardizing my family’s inheritance. It’s a great way to give!” If you would like information on CPCC’s Planned Giving Program, please call 704.330.6869. Planned Giving Committee members are: William M. (Bill) Claytor, chairman; Madelyn Caple, Gary LaBrosse, George MacBain, Alisa McDonald, Kenneth (Ken) Samuelson, Edwin (Ed) Spears and James (Jim) Worrell. We appreciate everyone’s support. Anne and William “Bill” Claytor l. to r. Laurie Walker, Macon Griffin, Tony Zeiss, Ralph Pitts and Thomas “Tom” Blocker, member, Board of Directors, Greater Automobile Dealers Association, at dedication event CPCC Legacy Society Members Ms. Donna G. Apgar Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. G. Randolph & Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. W. Reade & Mrs. Sue Baker Mr. William M. & Mrs. Harriet Barnhardt Mr. James T. Bolt, Jr. & Mrs. Jennifer Bolt Estate of Mary F. Brokmeyer Ms. Julia F. Brotherton Mrs. Madelyn L. Caple Mr. Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Mr. William M. & Mrs. Anne E. Claytor Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Estate of Marta Garelik Estate of Lucille Puette Giles Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Dr. Richard H. Hagemeyer Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Estate of Gladys W. Hatch Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Estate of Mr. Billy M. Horton Dr. David L. Hunter Mr. Gary E. & Mrs. Cindy LaBrosse Ms. Brenda W. Lea Mrs. Georgia Jacquez Lewis & Mr. Robert Lewis Estate of Vernelle H. Little Mr. Vaughn C. Luckadoo Mr. R. Powell & Mrs. Dorothy Majors Mr. George MacBain, IV & Mrs. Carter MacBain Dr. Joseph B. McCoy, Jr. Mrs. Alisa A. McDonald Estate of Bettie W. McEwen Mr. Michael C. Moss Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Estate of Mary Goddard Pickens Mrs. Marzelle Reneé Prim & Mr. David Cole Dr. Russell J. Rogers, Jr. & Mrs. Margaret Rogers Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Ruth Samuelson Mr. Albert F. & Mrs. Marcia Sloan Mr. James B. & Mrs. Jan Sommers Mr. Robert Edwin & Mrs. Jacqueline Spears Estate of Clara McKay Stone Mrs. Maude T. Sudderth Estate of Ruth S. Taylor Mr. Edgar A. Terrell, Jr. & Mrs. Patricia Terrell Estate of Emily M. Tutwiler Dr. Spurgeon W. Webber, Jr. & Mrs. Loretta Webber Mr. William H. Williamson, III & Mrs. Pat Locke Williamson Mr. James R. Worrell, Sr. & Mrs. Nancy Worrell Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Estate of James Douglas Zeller Mr. Richard K. & Mrs. Gretchen Zollinger College honors Legacy Society members Fifty-eight inductees representing the inaugural class of the CPCC Legacy Society were recognized on January 31, 2008. In their honor, College leaders, trustees, and CPCC Foundation Board members gathered for a dinner on the stage of the College’s Halton Theater in the Overcash Center. “We are humbled by your commitment, and we are proud this evening to host CPCC’s first Legacy Society dinner to express our sincere gratitude for your support,” said College President Tony Zeiss, the evening’s host. Attendees enjoyed music from the College’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as well as from recent campus operas. Female inductees received a scarf featuring the Legacy Society’s recently adopted logo, and male inductees received neckties bearing the logo. The Legacy Society recognizes those who have made planned gifts to the College. This means members have named CPCC as a beneficiary of a will, life insurance policy, trust, gift annuity, or individual retirement account. Or they may have given real property or named the College as a recipient of memorial gifts. Brenda Lea, executive director of development, says, “Planned gifts are often thought of as deferred gifts, but some are current and are beneficial to donors in their financial and estate planning. It’s a win-win.” To learn more about planned giving and the Legacy Society, call Ms. Lea at 704.330.6869 or email brenda.lea@cpcc.edu. Confetti in the air at the Legacy Dinner 18 Mr. John M. Alexander Mr. John M. Alexander, Jr. Mr. Robert Andrew Baer, Jr. Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Dr. David Ballard Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Grace Barge Mr. Rodney Barge Mr. John Belk Mr. John D. Capers, Jr. Mr. Mathias P. Bernard Mrs. Lynn W. & Mr. Dick Crutchfield Ms. Marjorie Blankenship Ms. Martha L. Kisiah Mr. John Franklin Boyd, Jr. Mrs. Marianne B. Gore The Honorable Louise Brennan Mr. H. Martin Lancaster Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Staff Sargeant Lee Alan Brooks Anonymous Mrs. Janet Ammons Barker Ms. Kara Bosch Mr. Dwight D. Evans, Jr. Mrs. Claudia T. Fiest Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mrs. Veena G. Patel Mr. Malik K. Rahman Mrs. Madeline R. Schuler Ms. Laura Temples Mr. Scott Brown Mr. H. Carter Alden Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Amos, II Mrs. Barbara M. Ayers Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Barrineau Mr. Willliam A. Bosbyshell, Jr. Mrs. Patricia Bosworth-Jones Mr. David F. Bradshaw Ms. Alice D. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy D. Cooley Mr. and Mrs. John R. Cress Dr. Deborah G. Foushee Mr. Philip J. Frost Mr. Douglas Furman Mrs. Beverly K. Gilman Ms. Ann A. Hardin Ms. Elizabeth A. Hardin Mr. and Mrs. Wesley W. Harkins Mr. and Mrs. Lee C. Herbert Mr. Christopher C. Knebusch Mr. Donald M. Knebusch Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Lathan Mr. John E. Marr Mr. John W. McConnell Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. McKnight Mr. Fritz Y. Mercer, Jr. Mr. Richard B. Metzler Mr. James Hart Moore Mr. Robert W. Murphy Ms. Janice P. Navy Dr. and Mrs. Mark William Parker Mr. David N. Payne Ms. Tressa L. Pearson Mr. and Mrs. David L. Pond Ms. Kathleen D. Prokay Mr. Roy M. Redfern Ms. Katherine K. Richards Mr. A. E. Rogers Mrs. Mary S. Schmulling Ms. Cindy J. Speas Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Vaden Dr. G. Bryan and Ms. Rosemary Wall Mr. and Mrs. Winston W. Way, Jr. Mr. J. William Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Mark Williams Mr. Gene Bryant Mrs. Mary Lou & Mr. John S. Paschal Mrs. Barbara Werner Claiborne Mr. James W. Claiborne Mr. Carl Goldfarb Mr. E. Reid Hunter Ms. Connie Rogers MacCubbin Dr. James C. MacIntyre, II Mr. Brooks & Mrs. Laura Mayfield Mr. Thomas P. Moore Mr. Richard E. Orr Mr. Lewis E. Powell Ms. Phyllis Claiborne Stuart Ms. Anita P. Suttle Mr. Donald R. Spike Cofer Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Ms. Hariett Doar Ms. Dannye G. Powell Mrs. Mary Lou Mauney Gierch Mrs. Marianne B. Gore Mr. Kenneth & Mr. Ralph Gilland Mr. Reid P. Gilland Ms. Barbara P. Gorgon Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Eleanor Gossett Mr. and Mrs. Jim Campbell Mr. Charles Cleveland Helms Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. John Hess Mrs. Carol Jane Bryant Mr. & Mrs. Larry Deforest Ms. Caroline S. Herdle Mr. & Mrs. Francis J. Hess, Jr. Mr. James Hess Mr. R. Wayne Lowery Mr. Harry McGinn, Jr Ms. Janice Naples Shattinger Music Company Mrs. Joan S. Tate Mr. John G. Tate Mrs. Charlotte Hoover Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Ms. Alberta Hunicutt Mrs. Mary Lou Paschal Wright Hunter Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Ms. Claire M. Jackson Ms. Caroline M. Jackson Mr. Dave Johnson Mr. & Mrs. William M. Bruce Ms. Suzanne L. Crews Mr. Richard J. Fairclough Mrs. Kimberly Franceschi Ms. Mary Suzanne Gold Mr. Angelo Pizzagalli Ms. Jennifer V. Pizzagalli Mrs. Sharon & Mr. Michael Schwenk Ms. Sally J. Tourville Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Walton Mr. H. Thomas Webb, III Mrs. Patricia Ledford Mr. Jack A. Ledford Mr. Jim Lollis Mrs. Eleanor & Mr. Lee Rose Mr. R. Powell Majors Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. Phil A. Bechtold Ms. Dahal E. Bumgardner Mr. Lawrence A. Cobb Ms. Betty Cowan First Trust Bank, Mr. James T. Bolt Crosland, Inc., Mr. John Crosland, Jr. Ms. Carolyn Flynn Mr. J. Frank Gilreath, Jr. Mr. Thomas W. Glenn, III Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Craig Greer Mr. C. Richard Guiton Dr. Richard & Mrs. Virginia Hagemeyer Mrs. Jerri Haigler Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Ms. Lucielle G. Hunter Ms. Patricia B. Kelly Lance Foundation, Mr. Earl Leake Mr. & Mrs. William E. Loftin, Jr. Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. & Mrs. Pender R. McElroy Merrill Lynch, Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mrs. Pauline L. Mickle Dr. Leland M. Park Dr. W. Joseph Porter Mr. David W. Rhew Rodgers Builders, Mrs. Patricia Rodgers Rotary Club of Charlotte, Inc., Mr. Luther Moore Mr. Willie E. Royal Mr. and Mrs. Albert F. Sloan Mr. and Mrs. A. Zachary Smith, III Mr. Joseph T. Summer Memorial gifts Memorial and Honor gifts Memorial and honor gifts allow donors a special way to remember family and friends. Some CPCC donors make a provision for gifts to be made to the College at their passing, or their families make the request. Other donors make gifts of appreciation in honor of someone who has made a difference in their lives, for a birthday, anniversary, Christmas, or other special occasion. Honor and memorial gifts are a thoughtful way to give. 19 Mrs. Rosemary Wall and Dr. Bryan Wall celebrate their birthdays each December by having a party in their home, and guests bring gifts for the Scott Brown Scholarship Fund at CPCC. Helping other students is a thoughtful remembrance of Scott, a family friend, and CPCC is very grateful to all involved. Mr. S. Lance Van Every Mr. Charles A. Williams Mrs. Blanche S. Sherrill Ms. Elizabeth Dell Martin Ms. Nita Rochel Mr. Lewell Lew O. McCullough Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Ms. Janet McGill Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. & Mrs. Danilo F. & Rosa Q. Mesa Mrs. Ilia M. Lively Mr. Lee Middleton Mr. Herbert Middleton, III Ms. Dorothy Montague Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Edna Thrower Morris Mrs. Marie Pendley Ms. Mary Armand Nash Ms. Elizabeth Nash Corzine Miss Anne S. Nash Mr. Gene Neal Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. Flake A. Parker Mrs. Betty Jean Parker Mr. J. B. Parker Ms. Laura Bazan Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Mr. Frank Granger Ms. Lane Grann-Stahl Ms. Scarlett Hollingsworth Ms. Rita Lee Ms. Elaine Olenik Mr. Jerry Pickler Mr. Eric Price Ms. Erin Reed Ms. Barbara Skinner Ms. Karen Streppa Ms. Teraisa Tucker Dr. Libby Vagnoni James H. Peck, Sr. Mrs. Gail J. Peck Mr. Ralph Petree Ms. Sallie McAfee Petree Mr. Thomas Pfahlert Mr. Peter J. Baumberger, Jr. Mr. Kenneth L. Compton, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth B. Dunford Mrs. M. E. Hessberg John Gauthier Marketing Support Service, Inc. Mr. Robert A. Kent Mrs. Jeanne A. Lesniewicz Mrs. Sandy Pfahlert Mr. Jay Orrin Potter Mr. & Mrs. J. Douglas Singleton Mrs. Denise H. Wells Ms. Sherry R. Williams Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Mr. George Jimmie Pourlos Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. Ernest Prevette Mrs. Elizabeth M. Wells Ms. Jean Rayburn Mrs. Judith Rayburn Daniel Ms. Janet Robinson Mr. Major B. Harding Mr. Michael Scott Sawicki Mr. Charles A. & Mrs. Priscilla S. Sawicki L. R. Sides Mr. W. Roddye Caudle Mr. Roy Smart Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Thomas Wayne Smith Ms. Sandra S. Osborne Mr. Jack Stern Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mrs. Betty Fay Smith Toglia Mrs. Myra W. Boswell Mrs. Esther Watson Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. Steve Welsh Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Elizabeth S. Williams Mrs. Ann W. Campanella Ms. Amy Dodds Wilson Ms. Marilyn C. Wilson Ms. Carmen Worsley Mr. Robert B. Roberts Ms. Myra Arbuckle Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mrs. Ann Pelton Babcock Ms. Catherine Babcock Cranor Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Edwards, II Ms. Anne C. Baird Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Jon Bass Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Nick & Mrs. Darlene Beard Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Evelyn Marie Beiderbecke Mr. Bruce J. Beiderbecke Mr. Greg Bellamy Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. Wallace E. Boswell Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. & Mrs. James Campbell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. James & Susan Campbell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Joseph Carbon Mr. R. Michael Herran Central High School Class of 1956 Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Central High School 1951 Senior Class Officers Mrs. Nancy B. Pfeiffer Central High School ‘56 Gals’ Lunch Bunch Mrs. Marie Pendley Dr. Bessie Chronaki Trudy Cox Ms. Christine D. McCullough Cofer Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Mr. Bud & Mrs. Trudy Cox Dr. Bessie Chronaki CPCC Television Staff Mr. David W. Rhew Dr. Chris Folk Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mrs. Betty Fuller Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Sharon Gossett Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. and Mrs. Jim Campbell Ms. Linda Griffith Mrs. Jerri Haigler Mr. Jerry & Mrs. Sondra Haley Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Sondra Haley Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Erskine Harkey, Jr. and Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Harkey Mr. Scott Harkey Ms. Peggy Rasberry Patterson Mrs. Roxanne Holt-Watson Newell Presbyterian Church Ms. Irene Honeycutt Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Loweda B. Green Ms. Diana B. Pinckney Mrs. Anna Lynn & Mr. Henry Kearse Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Cormac & Jack McCarthy Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. Clyde & Mrs. Anne Medearis Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Betty & Mr. Joe Millsaps Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Mildred Graham Mullins Ms. Marguerite J. Muse Ms. Marguerite Muse Mr. George N. Payne, Jr. Mr. Thomas & Mrs. Patricia Norman Mr. Benjamin R. Kuhn Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Dell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. & Mrs. Bill Parker Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mrs. Jimmie & Mr. Doug Patton Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. & Mrs. Norman Pease Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. Ralph Pitts Mr. Richard A. Schneider Mrs. Elizabeth Ross Ms. Janice Valder Mr. & Mrs. Bob Smith Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. Mark Spisak Mr. R. Michael Herran UNC School of Dentistry Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Macomson Mr. Gene VanCuren Mr. Gene L. VanCuren Ms. Diane Wheeler Ms. Jo R. Best Dr. P. Anthony Zeiss Mr. Byron L. Bullard, FACHE Memorial gifts cont. Honor gifts Christa Overcash is a steadfast friend and generous benefactor of the College. Her family’s name graces facilities and programs. This year, Mrs. Overcash generously gave the necessary funds for a stage lift in the Dale F. Halton Theater in the Christa and Reece A. Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center. She also became a Puccini Society member of Central Piedmont’s Opera Theatre Program, which provides unique, high-quality training opportunities for future generations of opera performers and theater professionals. “CPCC would not be where it is today without Christa Overcash,” College President Tony Zeiss says. “With the naming of the Overcash Center, Christa put CPCC on the map. People notice the collegiate look of the campus now. And, this building serves as home to the Halton Theater that seats 1,020 people, to the Allen and Barbara Tate Hall, to the Time Warner Student Commons area, and to many other student services.” Dr. Zeiss went on to say the Christa A. Overcash Nursing Program is also tremendously important at CPCC. In cooperation with Charlotte’s hospitals, CPCC trains more than 50 nurses each year; and in view of a national nursing shortage, is being asked to expand the nursing program. The Overcash Nursing Program is recognized for its high quality instruction and passing rate on licensing examinations. Mrs. Overcash also serves as a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. Tommy Norman, president of the Foundation, says, “We can never thank Mrs. Overcash enough for her support of the College. Central Piedmont is a much better place because she’s our friend.” CPCC a much better school because of Overcash family A great friend of the College, Christa Overcash 20 Producer’s Circle ($500 and Over) Anonymous Ms. Kay Cole & Mr. Sandy Archer Mrs. Claudia W. Belk Mr. J. Frank & Mrs. Sissy Bowers R. T. Dooley Construction Co., Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Mr. & Mrs. Edgar M. Geddie, Jr. Mr. Ronald L. & Mrs. Katherine Harper Mr. & Mrs. Gary E. LaBrosse Kaye Bernard McGarry, M.Ed. Ms. Faye M. McLamb Drs. Elaine & Thomas Pacicco Ms. Martha R. Short Ms. Felton Temple Dr. & Mrs. Paul Vadnais Ms. Melissa Vrana and Andrew & Lena Skalaban Director’s Circle ($200 to $499) Anonymous Mrs. Bonnie W. Adams Dr. Julian Sheppard Albergotti Mr. Gordon G. & Mrs. Charlotte Alford, Mr. Bob & Mrs. Charlotte Meyer Ms. Barbara J. Avard Mr. Emerson Bell Mr. & Mrs. Raymond K. Boardman Mrs. Cindy & Mr. H. Duncan Brewer Mr. & Mrs. Walter W. Burazer Mr. & Mrs. James E. Clay, III Mr. Brent Clevenger Mrs. Susan M. & Mr. Ernest M. Creech Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Cupples Ms. Jean Detchemendy Mrs. Dee Ferrell & Mr. Margial P. Eaker Dr. & Mrs. William F. Fishbaugh, Jr. Mrs. Mary Emory & Mr. Barry Fisher Mr. & Mrs. A. Otto Funderburk, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Michael M. Ganzert & Ms. Martha Ellis Askins Ms. Edith Northrup Gilbert Mrs. Patricia & Mr. Robert Godley Mr. Douglas Graham & Ms. Marcia Murchison Mr. & Mrs. William H. Griffin Dr. & Mrs. Richard H. Hagemeyer Mr. & Mrs. Larry Harmon Dr. & Mrs. Dennis L. Hill Mr. & Mrs. Charles Land Hite, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. George R. Hodges Mr. & Mrs. Robert Honeycutt Mr. & Mrs. Charles Ibach, Jr. Dr. J. L. Kasparek, ACES Ms. Nancy Foltz & Dr. Rick Kleinmann Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Ms. Sandra T. Lare Mr. Jack A. Ledford, In memory of Patricia Ledford New Starmount Interest, LLC/ Mr. & Mrs. Abraham Luski Mr. James C. & Mrs. Mary Katherine Lykowski Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Steven C. McCurdy Mr. & Mrs. William N. McFadden Mr. William F. McLaughlin Mrs. Jill O. & Mr. Wayne Nelson Mrs. Mary Lou & Mr. John S. Paschal Mr. LeRoy & Mrs. Nancy Prichard Mr. James R. Putnam Mr. Lee M. Rea Ms. Antoinette Rick Mr. Nicholas A. Rizos Mr. Tom & Mrs. Kay Rogers Mr. & Mrs. B. Alan & Mrs. Alethia Ross Mr. Richard L. Shores Mr. Charles Peter Straman Ms. Daphne Taylor Mrs. Susan E. & Mr. David Thomas Dr. Ret S. & Mrs. Diane Turner Mr. Thomas T. & Mrs. Sarah Turner Mrs. Nancy J. & Mr. Danny Watts Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf & Mr. Allen Wolf Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Patron’s Circle ($75 to $199) Anonymous A Closet Full/ Ms. Linda Moneta Mrs. Polly & Mr. William Russell Adkins Ms. Alice L. Ainsworth Ms. Debra Alzner & Mr. James Martin Mr. & Mrs. Terence Andre Mrs. Carroll Hicks & Mr. Harold Backman Ms. Suzanne & Mr. George Baillie Ms. Ellen A. Bank Ms. Linda Lycan Barnett Mrs. Katherine W. & Mr. Harry Barr Mrs. Ruth G. & Mr. William Bendel Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. James D. & Mrs. Evelyn Blankenship Ms. Betsy John Blount Mr. Erwin H. Bokelkamp Mr. Jon S. & Mrs. Leigh Boyce Mr. William J. & Mrs. Noreen Breece Mrs. Elizabeth W. & Mr. Kenneth Bridges Mr. John C. & Mrs. Donna Brinton Mrs. Judith Brown Mr. James J. & Mrs. Becky Bruening Mr. David H. & Mrs. Patricia Buetow Mr. Jack & Mrs. Laura Burger Mr. Donald & Mrs. Priscilla Bynum Mrs. Diane Cameron Dr. Joe H. & Mrs. Linda Camp Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Charlinha Caraway Mr. Conrad & Mrs. Barbara Carter Mrs. Peggy H. & Mr. Ken Cherry Mr. & Mrs. Allen Childers Dr. & Mrs. Jerry W. Childress Mrs. Mary Ann & Mr. Andrew Chopko Mr. Brian Michael Chundrlik Mr. Robert J. & Mrs. Ellen Cinq-Mars Mrs. Carol A. & Mr. Salvatore Ciresi Mrs. Mary F. Cloran Ms. Diann Sawyers & Mr. Vance Cockerham Ms. Colleen S. Colbert Mr. Charles & Mrs. Sandra Contor Mr. Ralph E. Covington, Jr. Cowan’s Investigative Service/ Mr. Allen Cowan Ms. Regina Curl Ms. Suzanne S. Davis Ms. Betty & Mr. Carl deBrosse Ms. Edith Strickland-DeLaine Mr. and Mrs. Francis Detchemendy Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mr. Harvey C. Eden Ms. Margaret Efird Mr. & Mrs. Charles R. Elgin Mr. Milton G. Emery, Jr. & Mrs. Margaret Emery Mr. Chris & Mrs. Diane Fanelty Mr. Kennieth & Mrs. Evelyn Farrar Ms. Bennie Jenkins Ficklen Mr. William F. Ford, III & Judy & Roberta Ford Ms. Karen H. Gennosa Mr. & Mrs. Walter Wallace Getz Mr. Robert H. Goodell Mr. Robert L. Gossett & Ms. Sharon Gossett Mr. Clyde H. Green Dr. Jerry & Mrs. Kathryn Greenhoot Mr. Julius V. Griffith, Jr. Mr. G. Mitchell & Mrs. Judy Hagler Mrs. Jerri & Mr. Eddie Haigler Mr. & Mrs. Edward W. Halliburton, Jr. Ms. Rebecca J. & Mr. Wayne Hallman Ms. Amanda Harmon Ms. Deborah Harrelson Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Heavner Ms. Pat Heiss & Mr. Ben Furman Mr. Brian L. Hensley Mr. Harry R. & Mrs. Betty Herr Mrs. Juanita N. & Mr. Jim Hicks Mr. & Mrs. David R. Hill Ms. Nancy Holtkamp Mr. Jay B. & Mrs. Frances Huff Dr. David L. Hunter Ms. Louise H. Hutchinson Mr. Rolf K. & Mrs. Carol Jaeger Mr. & Mrs. Robert Johnson Dr. Cynthia W. & Mr. Kirk Johnston Mr. Arthur L. Jones Mr. Herbert D. & Mrs. Barbara Joyner Mr. Frank Kalian Mr. Andrew E. Kalnik Mr. John & Mrs. Angie Kelly Mrs. Katherine Line Kelly Mr. James L. & Mrs. Patti Kelly Mr. & Mrs. Wayne G. Kerkhoff Dr. and Mrs. William P. Kerns, II Mr. Joe E. & Mrs. Mary Ann Ketner Ms. Linda Y. & Mr. Dick Koch Phil & Nancy Lambeth, Harkey Lambeth Law Firm CPCC Theatre Supporters The College’s Theatre is a significant cultural and educational resource for Charlotte-Mecklenburg. It is the only theatrical orga-nization in the region that provides both outstanding productions for the public and professional development and education for people pursuing theatrical careers. Theatre supporters enable CPCC to provide this rich and unique learning environment, and we are very appreciative. 21 Thoroughly Modern Millie, the musical Mr. John E. & Mrs. Mary Hill Lane Mrs. Catherine & Mr. Tommy Lawing, Sr. Mrs. Madeline & Mr. Joseph Lerme Mr. George P. Lewis Ms. Ruth S. Lloyd Mr. C. V. & Mrs. Anne Lowdermilk Ms. Carolyn M. Lyons Ms. Maxie L. May Mr. Brooks & Mrs. Laura Mayfield Mr. John W. McAlister, Jr. & Mrs. Eugenia McAlister Ms. Marie S. McBride Mrs. Dana Bircher & Mr. Zak McClellan Mr. Scott & Mrs. Lynn Stevens McDowell Mrs. Merrie D. & Mr. Peter McGrath Mrs. Anne D. & Mr. Dick McMackin Mr. Bryan D. McSwain Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. Medlin Mr. David & Ms. Karen Miller Ms. Wilma B. Miller Mrs. Jacqueline Brown & Mr. Ken Miller Ms. M. Marie Mitchell Ms. Anna K. Moeller Mr. & Mrs. Thomas M. & Mrs. Virgina B. Moore Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Morris Ms. Ginger Morse & Mr. Adam & David Moore Ms. Shirley P. Murdock Mr. Sidney L. & Mrs. Virginia Neely Dr. Leland M. Park Mr. & Mrs. Charles B. Patterson Mrs. Esther S. & Mr. Sam Powell Mr. & Mrs. Francis C. Pray Mrs. Barbara T. & Mr. Garth Radley Mr. Russell T. & Mrs. Andrea Reed Ms. Francine Scevers Mrs. Peggy & Mr. Henry C. Schatz Mrs. Emily & Mr. Patrick Schell Mr. William M. Scott Ms. Susanne Sellers Mr. Edward N. Seltzer Mr. Donald H. & Mrs. Gee Shore Mrs. Leesa C. & Mr. Todd Sluder Mrs. Audree M. & Mr. Martin Spatz Mr. Harry W. & Mrs. Jean Stanhope Mr. William D. & Mrs. Kathryn Stapleton Ms. Betty A. Stathis The Stein Family Mrs. Pat & Mr. Lewis Sullivan Mr. Joseph F. & Mrs. Kathy Sweeney Dr. & Mrs. James M. Tart Mrs. Jane H. Taylor Mrs. Ann S. Terry Dr. & Mrs. Alan Thalinger Ms. Jayne F. Thomas Mr. H. A. & Mrs. Lucille Thompson Ms. June & Ms. Teresa Todd Ms. Patricia Joan Tubbs Mr. Harold E. & Mrs. Janice Uttley Ms. Sue O. Veach Colonel (Ret.) David L. & Mrs. Kay Wagner Mrs. Bettie Lou & Mr. Joel Webster Mr. Don B. & Mrs. Madge White Mr. and Mrs. J. Roger White Mr. & Mrs. Jack White, Sr. Mr. Charles Sherwin Williams Mr. James & Mrs. Joanne Yurchison Friends (Up to $75) Ms. Patricia Glass Browning Ms. Ann A. Hardin Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Mr. Peter J. Nolan Ms. Paula Rapp Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Ms. Jackie D. Phillips CPCC Theatre Supporters continued 22 The Children of Eden A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum $500,000 and over The Merancas Foundation $100,000 to $499,999 The Belk Foundation The Cato Corporation Crowder Construction Company The Dickson Foundation, Inc. The Duke Energy Foundation The Hall Group The James J. Harris & Angelia M. Harris Foundation Hendrick Automotive Group Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc. Wachovia Bank, N A Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Foundation $50,000 to $99,999 Altria Group, Inc. Avenir Foundation/Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Erwin Charles L. & Doris M. Fonville Foundation The R. A. Overcash, Jr. Family Foundation $25,000 to $49,999 AT&T North Carolina Carolina Tractor & Equipment Company O’Herron Foundation, Inc., Mr. Thomas E. Norman & Mrs. Patricia O’Herron Norman Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. James B. Sommers SunTrust Bank, Inc./Suntrust Mecklenburg/South Carolina Group Foundation Vulcan Materials Company $10,000 to $24,999 Allen Tate Foundation Arrowood Association AT&T Foundation The Ayco Charitable Foundation Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Culbertson Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr. Dowd Foundation, Inc. Fuji Photo Film USA, Inc. Goodrich Corporation Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers, Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Dr. Walton S. Peery, III Save the Montagnard People Educational Foundation Ms. Katherine Sparrow & Mr. Donald Tyson $5,000 to $9,999 Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. Bridgestone/Firestone Concrete Supply Company D.F. Halton Foundation, Inc. Firebird Arts Alliance, Inc. Lance Foundation Rodgers Builders Simonini Builders, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. William H. Williamson, III $1,000 to $4,999 ABC of the Carolinas, Inc. Mr. James W. & Mrs. Judith N. Allison Allscape Incorporated Mr. and Mrs. J. Steele Alphin Alwinell Foundation American Society of Highway Engineers Anonymous Ms. Debbie C. Arant-O’Connor Assistance League of Charlotte Mr. David Auger Mr. & Mrs. Calvin W. Aurand, Jr. Mr. James G. Babb Mr. Richard R. Babcock Bahakel Communications Bank of America Charitable Foundation Bank of America Philanthropic Management Bartlett Tree Foundation Mr. Jon Bass Bishop George E. Battle, Jr. Mrs. Claudia Belk Belk, Inc. - Central Division Bobcats Sports & Entertainment Mr. James T. Bolt, Jr. & Mrs. Jennifer Bolt Dr. Michael Borchardt Mr. Craig Bove Branch Banking & Trust Company Mr. Tom Browne Carolinas AGC, Inc. Carolinas Investment Consulting, LLC Carolinas Golf Foundation Mr. Wayland H. Cato, III Charlotte Iris Society Citi Smith Barney Community Foundation of Gaston County, Inc. Computer & Communications Industry Association Dr. Marcia L. Conston Mrs. Jane Cooper Mr. Wayne Cooper CST Environmental, Inc. Mr. Robert I. Dalton, Jr. Mrs. Janey Disher Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Mr. David J. Dzuricky Executive Women International Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund First Trust Bank Mr. Ellis T. Fisher Fluent Language Solutions, Inc. Follett Higher Education Group The FWA Group, PA Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Mrs. Jerri Haigler Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Cameron M. Harris Hatcher Law Group The Honorable Robin Hayes Hendrick Motorsports Home Builders Association of Charlotte Independent Insurance Agents Charlotte/Mecklenburg Jewish Community Foundation Mr. Joseph D. Johnson, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Edwin L. Jones, Jr. Mrs. Laura Stuart Kasay Kiwanis Club of Charlotte La Noticia, Mrs. Hilda Gurdian & Mr. Alvaro Gurdian Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Scott C. Lea Legacy Real Estate Advisors Mr. & Mrs. David A. Lewis Mr. John W. Luby M633, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Macomson Mr. Kendrick W. Mattox, III Mrs. Kathryn Bernard McGarry, M.Ed. McGuireWoods LLP Mecklenburg County Farm Bureau Mecklenburg County Master Gardeners Dr. & Mrs. T. Lawrence Mellichamp Merrill Lynch Metrolina Masonry Assoication Mint Hill Women’s Club Craig W. Murray, DDS, PA Mrs. Beatrice M. Myers NARI of Greater Charlotte, Inc. NC Home Builders Association NORCOM Development, Inc. Nucor Corporation Mrs. Mary Lou Paschal Ms. Pamela M. Pearson Piedmont Club Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Ralph A. Pitts Dr. W. Joseph Porter Professional Construction Estimators Association Mr. Malik K. Rahman Dr. I. Ravi Rao Mr. and Mrs. James H. Rhodes Mr. & Mrs. Patrick C. Riley Mr. Michael B. Roads Robert Pittenger Co., Inc. William S. Roberts, MD Dr. & Mrs. Russell J. Rogers, Jr. Rotary Club of Charlotte, Inc. Mr. Charles A. & Mrs. Priscilla S. Sawicki Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Shaw Dr. Ruth Shaw Mr. & Mrs. Albert F. Sloan Mr. Kennett Smith Mr. William T. Smith Snover Properties Mr. & Mrs. Robert Edwin Spears Steel Fab, Inc. The Original Pancake House Ms. Nancy Barnhardt Thomas Tod Thorne & Associates, Inc. Mrs. Wanda P. Towler Tricor, Inc. Mr. Gene Tucker, III Ms. Melissa Vrana Vulcan Materials Company Wachovia Foundation Matching Gifts Program Wachovia Nonprofit & Philanthropic Services Mr. Wesley Walls Ms. Loretta C. Wertheimer Mr. William A. White, Jr. Mr. W. Ralph Whitley Mr. Jeffrey M. Yoh Mr. Bryan Zeiss Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss $500 to $999 Mr. Frederick P. Adams Ms. Kay Cole Archer Mr. Willie Lee Atkins Back International, LLC BE&K Building Group, LLC Mr. Bruce J. Beiderbecke The Blumenthal Foundation Mr. J. Frank Bowers Mr. David L. Bristol & Ms. Kirsi Enckell Mrs. Keris Fort Brown Mr. Christopher A. Butlak Mr. L. Doug Carroll Concorde Construction Company Construction Financial Management Association CPCC Student Government Association Ms. Beverly H. Dickson Mr. Buddy Dixon Mr. Richard J. Fairclough Mrs. Valerie E. Fox Mrs. Sarah Belk Gambrell Dr. Melvin Gay Mr. Edgar M. Geddie, Jr. Mr. Robert L. Gossett Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church Dr. Richard H. & Mrs. Virginia Hagemeyer Mr. Scott & Mrs. Jane Harkey Mr. Ronald L. & Mrs. Katherine Harper Holiday Dental Conference Foundation Mr. Benjamin R. Kuhn L.T. Mechanical, Inc. Mrs. Susanne S. Lewis Mr. Louis O. Lineberger, Jr. Dr. Terri Manning Mattel Children’s Foundation Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Ms. Faye M. McLamb Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Metrolina Walls & Ceiling Association, Inc. Metropolitan Business & Professional Women’s Organization Microsoft Corporation Montibello Garden Club Mr. Richard Nance Ms. Susan B. Oleson Dr. Elaine Grammer Pacicco Dr. Sue Peck Mrs. Sandy Pfahlert Phoenix Building Systems Piedmont Daylily Club Piedmont Natural Gas Corporate Contributions Mr. Angelo Pizzagalli Mr. Scott Pope R. T. Dooley Construction Co., Inc. Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Ruth Culbertson Samuelson Shade-A-Plenty Mobile Home Park Shattinger Music Company Ms. Martha R. Short Smith Turf & Irrigation Company Mrs. Mary Tunstall Staton Dr. Paul R. Steadman Mr. Joseph T. Summer Ms. Laura Temples Dr. Paul Vadnais Mr. Hamlin Wade Mr. Fred A. Wagner, III Watson Electrical Construction Company, LLC Dr. Kenneth J. Welch Mr. Juan Whipple Ms. Beverly C. Whiteside Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie Winter Mrs. Carrie C. Winter $250 to $499 American Culinary Federation, Inc., Charlotte Chapter Ms. Barbara J. Avard Mrs. Diann P. Back Mr. Philip Jackson Baugh, Jr. Mr. Keith Beam Boda Plumbing, Inc. Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Ms. June Gottlieb Brown Mr. Walter W. Burazer Carolina Energy Solutions, LLC Charlotte Paint Company Charlotte Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Mr. James E. Clay, III Mr. Frank C. Cockinos Commencement Specialists, Inc. Mr. Kenneth L. Compton, Jr. Mrs. Susan M. Creech Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority Mr. Clyde Cupples Ms. Jean Detchemendy Mr. David J. Dietrich Mr. William T. Dillon Dr. Charles Blair & Associates, Inc. Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mrs. Dee Ferrell Eaker Dr. William F. Fishbaugh, Jr. Mr. A. Otto Funderburk, Jr. Mr. Michael M. Ganzert Ms. Edith Northrup Gilbert Mrs. Patricia Godley Mrs. Marianne B. Gore Mr. Douglas A. Graham Mr. J. Randall Groves Mr. Larry Harmon Mr. Bingham Hefner Mr. John Henderson Dr. Dennis L. Hill Mr. Charles Land Hite, Jr. & Mrs. Laura Anne Hite Mr. Robert & Mrs. Linda Honeycutt Mr. Barry Houser Mr. E. Reid Hunter Mr. Charles R. Ibach, Jr. Dr. Cynthia W. Johnston Mr. William A. Long, Sr. John C. Marous, Jr. & Lucine O.B. Marous Foundation Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Steven C. McCurdy Dr. Clinton E. & Dr. Edith V. McElroy Mr. William N. McFadden Mr. R. T. McLaughlin Mr. William F. McLaughlin Metrolina Minority Contractors’ Association National Association of Women in Construction Mr. Stephen S. Nelson Newell Presbyterian Church Norfolk Southern Charitable Match Trust Owens Carolina Orthotic & Prosthetic Network Mr. James R. Putnam Ms. Antoinette Rick Mr. Nicholas A. Rizos Robinson Woods Garden Club Mr. Audwin L. Ross Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. Mr. Cecil Smith, Jr. Mr. Charles Peter Straman Ms. Maha Swede Ms. Daphne Taylor Dr. & Mrs. Luther I. Wade, III Mrs. Nancy J. Watts Mr. and Mrs. Ronald D. Williams Mrs. Suzanne T. Williams Ms. Marjorie A. Wilson Mrs. Marcella McIntyre Withrow Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf Mr. Richard K. Zollinger $100 to $249 Dr. Anthony S. Abbott Mrs. Bonnie W. Adams Ms. Alice L. Ainsworth Mr. Gordon G. Alford Ms. Connie L. Allen Ms. Debra Alzner Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Amos, II Mr. Robert P. Anderson Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mrs. Carroll Hicks Backman Ms. Suzanne Baillie Mr. Reade and Mrs. Sue Baker Mr. Rodney Barge Mr. Edward William Bates, II Mr. Andrew T. Bayman Ms. Mary G. Belk Mr. Emerson Bell Mr. Donald R. Belle Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) 23 Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. Lawrence M. Bjorson Mrs. Elizabeth B. Blair Mr. James D. Blankenship Ms. Betsy John Blount Mr. Raymond K. Boardman Mr. Erwin H. Bokelkamp Mrs. Myra W. Boswell Mrs. Cindy Brewer Mrs. Virginia W. Brien Ms. Alice D. Brown Ms. Anise Key Brown Mr. Byron L. Bullard, FACHE Ms. Dahal E. Bumgardner Ms. Gloria Burns Mrs. Karen S. Callahan Mrs. Diane Cameron Dr. Joe H. Camp Mr. John D. Capers, Jr. Mrs. Amanda P. Capobianchi Mr. Kenneth R. Caraway Mr. & Mrs. Conrad Carter Ms. Marsha Knott Carter Charlotte Drywall, Inc. Mrs. Peggy H. Cherry Dr. Jerry Childress Mrs. Mary Ann Chopko Ms. Lucy Davis Christopher Mr. John E. Clark Mr. Brent Clevenger Mrs. Mary F. Cloran Mrs. Rosa G. Clyburn Mr. Lawrence A. Cobb Mrs. Diann Sawyers Cockerham Ms. Colleen S. Colbert Mr. Robert S. Coleman Mrs. Lois Ann Cotton Ms. Catherine Covington-East Cowan’s Investigative Services Ms. Catherine Babcock Cranor Crosland, Inc. Mrs. Lynn W. & Mr. Dick Crutchfield Ms. Regina Curl Mr. Dwight J. Davis Mrs. Rita R. Dawkins Mr. and Mrs. Francis Detchemendy Ms. Mary Dimos Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Edwards, II Ms. Margaret Efird Mr. and Mrs. David R. Enna Environamics Mr. Chris Fanelty Mr. George Ray Faulk, Jr. Mr. John Greg Fell Mrs. Claudia T. Fiest Mrs. Mary Emory Fisher Mr. Otis Floyd Ms. Carolyn Flynn Mr. John Myles Fortson Ms. Eileen M. Friars Mr. Philip J. Frost Mr. Douglas Furman Ms. Jane Basinger Gage Mr. Edward D. Gagnon Mr. Judson Gee Ms. Karen H. Gennosa Mr. Walter Wallace Getz Dr. Mahalakshmi S. Gingrich Mr. Robert H. Goodell Mr. Shelton Gorelick Dr. Samuel A. Graham, III Mr. M. Berry Grant Mr. Clyde H. Green Ms. Loweda B. Green Dr. Jerry Greenhoot Dr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Griffin Mr. William H. Griffin Mr. Julius V. Griffith, Jr. Mr. C. Richard Guiton Mr. G. Mitchell Hagler Mrs. Vivian Hailey Mr. Major B. Harding Harkey Lambeth Law Firm Ms. Amanda Harmon Ms. Paula H. Harvey Ms. Kim Heffernan Ms. Patricia Heiss Mr. Mark E. Helms Mr. Brian L. Hensley Mr. Harry R. Herr Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. & Mrs. Francis J. Hess, Jr. Mr. James Hess Mrs. M. E. Hessberg Ms. Eileen Hickey Mr. Gerald Hieronymus Mr. Justin K. Higgins Ms. Deanna S. Highe Mr. George R. Hodges Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Ms. Katharyn Horne Mr. Jack Huckabee Ms. Ruth Huey Ms. Lucielle G. Hunter Ms. Debora B. Hutchins Ms. Louise H. Hutchinson IBM International Foundation Mrs. Sofiya B. Ivanova Mr. Charles Ives Mr. Rolf K. Jaeger Ms. Sonya Jarrett Reverend Renato S. Jesalva Mr. Arthur L. Jones Mr. Herbert D. Joyner Ms. Mary Karriker Dr. J. L. Kasparek, ACES Mr. William E. Keenan Mr. James L. Kelly Mr. John C. Kelly Mrs. Katherine Line Kelly Mr. Wayne G. Kerkhoff Dr. and Mrs. William P. Kerns, II Mr. Joe E. Ketner Mr. Daniel J. King Mrs. Anita H. Kirby Mr. Paul Kitchen Dr. Richard E. Kleinmann Mr. Robert V. Knight, Jr. Ms. Linda Y. Koch Mrs. Helen Kolman Mrs. Mary L. Kotsokalis Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Ms. Mary N. Kratt Mr. Paul Kurzeja Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Mr. John E. & Mrs. Mary Hill Lane Mrs. Catherine Lawing & Mr. Thomas R. Lawing, Sr. Ms. Brenda Lea Mr. Jack A. Ledford Mr. George P. Lewis Mrs. Ilia M. Lively Ms. Beverly Loach Loftin & Co., Inc. Mr. James H. Lokey, Jr. Mr. L. Joseph Loveland, Jr. Ms. Frances B. Lovell Mr. R. Wayne Lowery Mr. James C. Lykowski Ms. Connie Rogers MacCubbin Mrs. Virginia M. Matthews Ms. Holly W. Maurer Ms. Maxie L. May Mr. Brooks & Mrs. Laura Mayfield Mrs. Caldwell G. McAlister Mr. John W. McAlister, Jr. Ms. Marie S. McBride Mrs. Dana Bircher McClellan Ms. Alisa A. McDonald Mr. Michael McGee Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. McKnight Mrs. Anne D. McMackin Mr. Herbert Middleton, III Ms. Pamela A. Miles Mr. and Mrs. David R. Miller Mr. Greg Miller Mrs. Jacqueline Brown Miller Ms. Wilma B. Miller Mr. Marshall R. Millican Ms. Mae Hoffman Miner Ms. M. Marie Mitchell Mr. Thomas P. Moore Mrs. Nancy H. Morris Ms. Pamela Morris Ms. Marguerite J. Muse Mr. Sidney L. Neely Mrs. Mary Virginia Neisler Mr. Charlie Stephen Nelson Mrs. Jill O. Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Nemet New Starmount Interest, LLC Dr. Julius F. Nimmons, Jr. Mr. Robert L. Nixon Ms. Sandra S. Osborne Dr. Leland M. Park Dr. and Mrs. Mark William Parker Mr. George N. Payne, Jr. Mrs. Gail J. Peck Mrs. Marie Pendley Mrs. Nancy B. Pfeiffer Mrs. Francis C. Pitts Mr. Steven D. Poole Mr. Francis C. Pray Mr. James L. Price, Jr. Mr. LeRoy C. Prichard Mr. David R. Privette Mr. Fred C. Proctor Mrs. Barbara T. Radley Mr. Louis Ratcliffe, Jr. Mr. Lee M. Rea Mr. Russell T. Reed Ms. Cheryl L. Richards Mr. Russell B. Richards Ms. Kay A. Roderick Mrs. Sally H. Rogers Mr. Tom Rogers Mr. Rich Rosenthal Mr. B. Alan Ross Mrs. Elizabeth S. Ross Ross Property Investments Mrs. Alisa D. Roy Mr. Willie E. Royal Ms. Elizabeth Joyce Rudisill Mr. Henry C. Schatz Mr. Richard A. Schneider Mrs. Madeline R. Schuler Mr. Arthur Alvin Selby, Jr. Dr. Phillip A. Sellers Ms. Susanne Sellers Mr. Edward N. Seltzer Mrs. Blanche S. Sherrill Mr. Donald H. Shore Mr. Richard L. Shores Ms. Lesley Shroyer Mr. Levester Smarr Mr. and Mrs. A. Zachary Smith, III Mr. Joseph Sedwick Sollers, III Mrs. Audree M. Spatz Mr. Hugh B. Sproul, IV Mr. Harry W. Stanhope Mr. William D. Stapleton Ms. Betty A. Stathis Mr. Robert M. Stein Mr. Barry D. Stokes Ms. Phyllis Claiborne Stuart Mr. Joseph F. Sweeney Mr. Richard C. Taft Mrs. Andrea Taggart Dr. James M. Tart Mr. John G. Tate Mr. Richard A. Taylor Ms. Janice R. Teeter Ms. Ann S. Terry Mrs. Susan Thomas Mr. H. A. Thompson Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Ms. Diep Tong Ms. Cynthia M. Tubbs Dr. Peter L. Tucker .com Design Options Ret S. Turner, DDS Mr. Thomas T. Turner Turner Consulting, LLC Mr. Harold E. Uttley Ms. Libby Vagnoni Mr. S. Lance Van Every Van Hoy, Reutlinger, Adams & Dunn Mr. Gene L. VanCuren Ms. Sue O. Veach Ms. Karen H. Verryt Mrs. Mary Vickers-Koch Colonel (Ret.) David L. Wagner Ms. Doris Virginia Walker Ms. Kathy C. Watkins Mrs. Elizabeth M. Wells Mr. J. William Wheeler Mrs. Barbara L. Whitt Mrs. Lynn M. Williams Mr. James McLeod Wilson Ms. Marilyn C.Wilson Ms. Peggy Daniel Young Mr. James Yurchison Up to $100 Ms. Kay Abernathy Mrs. Carol Sams Adams Mr. Phil Adams Mr. Joe W. Adkins Mrs. Polly Adkins Mr. H. Carter Alden Ms. Lori A. Alexander Mr. John M. Alexander, Jr. Mrs. Margaret Anderson Allison Ms. Sarah P. Altman Mrs. Evon K. Ammons Mr. Terence A. Andre Mr. Tom Anthony Ms. Kimberly M. Arlia Ms. Brenda B. Armentrout Ms. Terri L. Ashcraft Ms. Kathryn Ashworth Ms. Mavis Atchison Mr. William Atwill Mrs. Barbara M. Ayers Mr. Robert W. Bagley Mr. David Baker Ms. Mona H. Baker Ms. Ellen A. Bank Mrs. Janet Ammons Barker Ms. Linda Lycan Barnett Mrs. Katherine W. Barr Ms. Jane S. Barrett Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Barrineau Mr. Peter J. Baumberger, Jr. Ms. Laura Bazan Mr. Phil A. Bechtold Ms. Carol D. Begley Mrs. Ruth G. Bendel Ms. Peggy M. Blackney Ms. Stella J. Bommarito Ms. Kia L. Bonaparte Mr. Willliam A. Bosbyshell, Jr. Ms. Kara Bosch Mrs. Patricia Bosworth-Jones Mr. Jon S. Boyce Mr. David F. Bradshaw Ms. Shirley F. Brannan Mr. William J. Breece Mrs. Elizabeth W. Bridges Mr. John C. Brinton Mrs. Susan P. Brooks Mrs. Judith Brown Mr. & Mrs. William M. Bruce Mr. James J. Bruening Ms. Tracy Brumleve Mrs. Jenny Brunnemer Mrs. Carol Jane Bryant Mr. David H. Buetow Mr. Tony E. Bullock Mr. Jack Burger Ms. Marion Burger Mrs. Amy B. Burns Miss Bess F. Burns Ms. Dina Butler Mr. Donald Bynum Mrs. Eleanor Marshall Byrum Mr. Keith Cagle Mrs. Ann W. Campanella Mr. and Mrs. Jim Campbell Ms. Mary Irving Campbell Mr. Mitchell W. Campbell Mr. Alex Campbell Ms. Ingrid Caraccioli Mr. W. Roddye Caudle Mrs. Shauna S. Cauthen Central High School Class of 1955 Mr. Edwin H. Chapin Mr. Allen Childers Dr. Bessie Chronaki Mr. Brian Michael Chundrlik Mr. Robert J. Cinq-Mars Mrs. Carol A. Ciresi Mr. James W. Claiborne Clariant Corporation Mrs. Frances W. Cline Mr. Doug Cobb Ms. Jennifer S. Coble Ms. Esperanza Cohn Mrs. Margaret N. Cole Mary K. Collin Mr. Peter M. Collin Ms. Carol Collins Ms. Marcia T. Colson Ms. Mary Frances Comer Ms. Sandra Contor Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy D. Cooley Ms. Elizabeth Nash Corzine Mrs. Genie P. Cotner Mr. Ralph E. Covington, Jr. Ms. Betty Cowan Mrs. Julie Ann Cox Ms. Trudy Cox Mrs. Monica P. Crawford Mr. and Mrs. John R. Cress Ms. Suzanne L. Crews Mrs. Sally B. Crosby Mr. Taylor Croy Mr. John E. Culp Ms. Windi Renee Curkendall Mrs. Tanya Currie-Richards Ms. Catharine Curtis Ms. Elizabeth D. Daniel Mrs. Judith Rayburn Daniel Ms. Ina Davenport Mrs. Marilee L. Davis Ms. Suzanne S. Davis Ms. Paula Day Ms. Betty deBrosse Mr. & Mrs. Larry Deforest Mrs. Edith S. DeLaine Mr. Timothy Dienes Dr. Lois W. Dixon Mr. John Paul Duke Ms. Lucie Baxter Dulin Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth B. Dunford Ms. Linda Eddy Mr. Harvey C. Eden Ms. Vivian Edwards Ms. Kathleen Funderburke Eldredge Mr. Charles R. Elgin Mr. Lindsey Embrey Ms. Patricia G. Emch 24 Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) Mr. Milton G. Emery, Jr. Ms. Carol B. Ethridge Mr. Dwight D. Evans, Jr. Mrs. Evelyn U. Farrar Mr. William A. Federal Ms. Bennie Jenkins Ficklen Mr. Alfred K. Finke Ms. Carolyn Flanagan Ms. Lisa J. Foley Mr. William F. Ford, III Ms. E. Fay Foster Ms. Kathleen W. Foster Dr. Deborah G. Foushee Mrs. Kimberly Franceschi Mr. Noah Jackson Frye, III Mr. Brian Gantt Ms. Sharon M. Gay Mr. Stephen F. Gerhardt Mr. Reid P. Gilland Ms. Margie C. Gilliam Mrs. Beverly K. Gilman Mr. J. Frank Gilreath, Jr. Mr. Thomas W. Glenn, III Ms. Margaret G. Goforth Ms. Mary Suzanne Gold Mr. Carl Goldfarb Ms. Katrina L. Gordon Mr. William F. Granger Ms. Lane Grann-Stahl Ms. Monica Sue Greene Mr. Rayburn Greene Mr. Craig Greer Ms. Margaret P. Gregory Mr. Richard L. Griffin Mr. Keith Grimes, Sr. Mrs. Jane Kidd Grist Ms. Linda H. Gulledge Mr. Donald E. Haack Mr. Christopher R. Hailey, Sr. Ms. Barbara L. Hall Mr. Edward W. Halliburton, Sr. Ms. Rebecca J. Hallman Ms. Heather Hollace Hanson Ms. Ann A. Hardin Ms. Elizabeth A. Hardin Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Harkey Mr. and Mrs. Wesley W. Harkins Ms. Deborah Harrelson Mrs. Sharron F. Harrison Ms. Susan P. Harvey Mrs. Barbara J. Hearne Mr. J. R. Heavner Ms. Ruth M. Hedgpeth Mr. Steven Donald Helms Mr. Thomas Hendricks, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lee C. Herbert Ms. Caroline S. Herdle Ms. Natalie J. Hetrick Mr. Ronald Jay Hickes Mrs. Juanita N. Hicks Mr. David R. Hill Ms. Janice T. Hill Ms. Lynn Hill Ms. Patricia L. Hill-Miller Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Ms. Scarlett D. Hollingsworth Ms. Sherill A. Holmes Ms. Nancy Holtkamp Mr. Michael F. Hood Ms. Joyce W. Hooker Mr. Clyde Hooks, Jr. Ms. Martha Carol Houston Ms. Stefhanie N. Howe Ms. Erin E. Hubbard Mr. Jay B. Huff Dr. David L. Hunter Ms. Annette G. Jackson Ms. Caroline M. Jackson Dr. Noemi D. Jesalva Mr. Donald C. Jessep, Jr. John Gauthier Marketing Support Service, Inc. Ms. Mary S. Johnson Mr. Robert Johnson Ms. Toddi Michael Lanee Johnson Mr. Anthony D. Jones Ms. Lezonia Rorie Jones Customized Training Service Mr. Edwin L. Kahn Mr. Frank Kalian Ms. Tracie D. Kanellopoulos Mrs. Marion H. Kaple Mrs. Sondra S. Katzenstein Ms. Patricia B. Kelly Mr. Robert A. Kent Mrs. Danyse G. Kingsbery Ms. Martha L. Kisiah Mr. Robert T. Kissiah Mr. Christopher C. Knebusch Mr. Donald M. Knebusch Ms. Carrie Konczal Mr. & Mrs. Kranenburg Mrs. L. Elaine Kushmaul Mrs. Diane W. Lambert Mr. H. Martin Lancaster Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Lathan Mr. Niem Chinh Le Mrs. Rita M. Lee Mrs. Madeline Lerme Mrs. Jeanne A. Lesniewicz Dr. George Liles Mr. Ronald E. Liss Ms. Ruth S. Lloyd Mr. & Mrs. William E. Loftin, Jr. Ms. Mary Martha R. Long Mrs. Frances E. Lopez Mrs. Anne E. Lowdermilk Mrs. Jill L. Lutz Ms. Marianne Lyall-Knusel Ms. Carolyn M. Lyons Dr. James C. MacIntyre, II Mrs. Eugenia Mallonee Mr. John E. Marr Ms. Arlene F. Mauney Mr. George E. McCachren Ms. Patricia McCaskill Mr. John W. McConnell Mr. Samuel W. McCord Mr. Scott McDowell Mr. & Mrs. Pender R. McElroy Mr. Harry McGinn, Jr. Mrs. Merrie D. McGrath Mr. Bryan D. McSwain Mr. Charles E. Medlin Mr. Rinav C. Mehta Mr. Scott R. Menzel Mr. Fritz Y. Mercer, Jr. Ms. Martha E. Meredith Mr. Richard B. Metzler Ms. Diana Mibelli Mrs. Pauline L. Mickle Ms. Anna K. Moeller Ms. Linda Moneta Mr. Carroll Moore Mrs. Helen Shewmake Moore Mr. James Hart Moore Mr. Thomas M. Moore Mrs. Caroline T. Morgan Mrs. Marian S. Morgan Mr. Robert W. Morris Dr. Sarah T. Morrow Ms. Ginger Morse Ms. Erin J. Morton Ms. Elizabeth Moss Mr. Alan Murdock Mr. George C. Murdock Ms. Shirley P. Murdock Mr. Robert W. Murphy Wanda K. Nabors, PhD Mr. Stephen J. Nagy Ms. Janice Naples Miss Anne S. Nash Ms. Pat Nash Ms. Janice P. Navy Mr. Michael L. Newton Mr. and Mrs. James R. Nicholson Mrs. Joanna W. Nicholson Mrs. Carolyn F. Noell Mr. Peter J. Nolan Ms. Alisa M. Notte Mrs. Grace C. Ocasio Ms. Elaine T. Olenik Mr. Richard E. Orr Mr. Vince Osisek Mr. George M. Painter Mrs. Betty Jean Parker Ms. Heather Parusel Mrs. Veena G. Patel Mr. Charles B. Patterson Mrs. Nichole A. Patterson Mr. David N. Payne Ms. Tressa L. Pearson Mr. Firoz Peera Mr. Robert R. Pegram Mr. Stephen Mark Perryman Ms. Sallie McAfee Petree Ms. Helen Pham Mrs. Tracy Pham Ms. Jackie D. Phillips Mr. Jerry Pickler Mr. Reginald Pincham Ms. Diana B. Pinckney Ms. Jennifer V. Pizzagalli Mr. and Mrs. David L. Pond Mr. Jay Orrin Potter Ms. Dannye G. Powell Mrs. Esther S. Powell Mr. Lewis E. Powell Mr. Eric C. Price Ms. Kathleen D. Prokay Ms. Olivia Prouty Mrs. Doris Shirley Pruett Mrs. Frances H. Nazloo Mrs. Emma R. Quinn Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mr. Roy M. Redfern Ms. Davandra Reed Ms. Erin Reed Ms. Audra K. Reid Mrs. Ruth J. Reinhardt Mr. David W. Rhew Mrs. Karen Rice Ms. Katherine K. Richards Mrs. Melodee Rimland Mr. John H. Ring Ms. Nicole Ritchie Mr. Eugene W. Ritter Ms. Deborah M. Rivers Ms. Peggy Rivers Mrs. Rachel Roberts Mr. Robert B. Roberts Ms. Nita Rochel Mr. A. E. Rogers Mrs. Eleanor & Mr. Lee Rose Mr. John Royals Ms. Beverly M. Russell Ms. Nadine A. Russell Ms. Elsa Saifir Ms. Rebecca C. Sanders Ms. Alicia Sartor Ms. Cynthia B. Savage Ms. Francine Scevers Ms. Emily P. Schell Mrs. Mary S. Schmulling Mrs. Sharon & Mr. Michael Schwenk Ms. Kathryn M. Schwille Mr. William M. Scott Mrs. Misty D. Seigler Ms. Rose McDowell Senn Mr. Fallen Shanhnizadeh Mr. Thomas W. Shaw, Jr. Mr. Michael Shinn Ms. Betty Shuford Mrs. Sharon Simpkins Mr. & Mrs. J. Douglas Singleton Mr. Mark Sivy Ms. Barbara R. Skinner Mrs. Leesa C. Sluder Ms. Charlotte Y. Smith Mr. Paul D. Smith Ms. Cindy J. Speas Ms. Ann Henderson Spence Ms. Sara S. Spencer Ms. Mary M. St. John Ms. Mary Stauffer Ms. Bernetta P. Steadman Ms. Susan Steele Ms. Pamela C. Stenhouse Ms. Lynn C. Stevens Mr. Andrew Stollmack Ms. Karen Streppa Ms. Earonita F. Strong Ms. Julie Suk Mrs. Pat Sullivan Ms. Anita P. Suttle Mrs. Joan S. Tate Mr. Donald F. Taylor Dr. Alan R. Thalinger Ms. Jayne F. Thomas Mrs. M. D. Tindal Ms. June Todd Ms. Patricia M. Todd Mr. Fred Tone Ms. Sally J. Tourville Ms. Anna W. Troppmann Mrs. Barbara Truesdale Ms. Victoria D. Tsai Ms. Erin Turner Ms. Mary E. Utting Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Vaden Ms. Janice Valder Kris Vick Ms. Connie Vickers Mrs. Evelyn G. Vinson Dr. Muriel Vollum Mr. D. I. von Briesen Ms. Nancy P. Walker Dr. G. Bryan & Mrs. Rosemary Wall Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Walton Ms. Beverly Q. Ward Ms. Regina Warner Mr. and Mrs. Winston W. Way, Jr. Mr. H. Thomas Webb, III Mrs. Bettie Lou Webster Ms. Ilene S. Weiner Mrs. Denise H. Wells Ms. Nancy K. West Mr. Don B. White Mr. Jack White, Sr. Ms. Linda J. White Mr. and Mrs. J. Roger White Ms. Carolyn J. Whitman Mrs. Anne W. Whitmeyer Ms. Sally T. Whitten Mr. Charles A. Williams Mr. Charles S. Williams Mr. and Mrs. Mark Williams Ms. Sherry R. Williams Mr. Richard D. Wilson Ms. Sarah V. Wilson Mr. F. L. Dixon Yard, Jr. Ms. Anne J. Yenne Mrs. Kathryn M. Yonce Mrs. Karen G. Youngman 25 Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) Bank of America Charitable Foundation Clariant Corporation IBM International Mattel Children’s Foundation Piedmont Natural Gas St. Paul Travelers Foundation SunTrust Bank, Inc. The Duke Energy Foundation Wachovia Foundation Companies that matched gifts (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) 2008 CPCC Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup This year’s fifth annual Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup on May 16 at Meadow Wood Farm in Waxhaw, NC, generated more than $100,000 for scholarships and unrestricted support for CPCC. The Cameron Harris Team took top team honors— for the third consecutive year. Anyone interested in this event should contact Reade Baker, director of development, at 704.330.6869, or visit online at www.cpcc.edu/foundation/clay 26 Presenting Sponsors Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Concrete Supply Company Rodgers Builders Flurry Sponsors Cato Glass Chata Coating and Laminating Station Sponsors AT&T North Carolina Branch Banking & Trust Carolinas Investment Consulting, LLC CST Environmental, Inc. The Hall Group Hendrick Motorsports McGuireWoods LLP Privatus, Inc. The Side Porch Thorne Properties Gene & Peter Tucker Vulcan Materials Company Official Sponsors Mr. Cal W. Aurand, Jr. Bill Ward Outdoor Adventures Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Carolina Sporting Arms The Honorable Robin Hayes Hyatt Gun Shop Log Cabin Sporting Clays Meadow Wood Farm NORCOM Development, Inc. River Bend Sportsman’s Resort Mr. Wesley Walls Wild Outdoor Adventures Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup sponsors Opera Society members The CPCC Opera Theatre stages two major operas each year. For many audience members and students as well, CPCC is their introduction to opera and the many facets of a production. Opera Society members ensure that quality performances are brought to the Charlotte community, pro-viding opportunities for students to explore and refine their skills. We are very grateful. Puccini Society ($10,000 and over) The Ayco Charitable Foundation, Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Verdi Society ($2,500 to $4,999) Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Bizet Society ($500 to $999) Mr. David L. Bristol & Ms. Kirsi Enckell Ms. Melissa Vrana and Andrew & Lena Skalaban Handel Society ($100-$499) Mr. & Mrs. John Myles Fortson Dr. & Mrs. Dennis L. Hill Ms. Katharyn Horne Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Jones, Jr. Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Charles Peter Straman Dr. & Mrs. Luther I. Wade, III Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Friends of Opera (up to $100) Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mr. & Mrs. Alfred K. Finke Mrs. Caroline T. Morgan Mr. Stephen J. Nagy Mr. & Mrs. Sidney L. Neely Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Free College Day CPCC’s first Free College Day, held in November 2007, was a big success. More than 500 participants attended this one-day event at the College’s Central Campus and Wayland H. Cato Campus. College Day increases the awareness of the College and promotes the depth of class offerings at CPCC. Thank you to the following sponsors: Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc., Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated, and SUBWAY. Free College Day Your Community College – Your Day. AT&T North Carolina team: l. to r. Tom Ban, David Huggins, Harold Farris, and Todd Lanham Die Fledermaus $1,000,000 and Over Hendrick Automotive Group The James J. Harris & Angelia M. Harris Foundation Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Foundation $500,000 to $999,999 Bahakel Communications The Belk Foundation The Hall Group $100,000 to $499,999 Allen Tate Foundation Bank of America Charitable Foundation Dowd Foundation, Inc. Mr. Charles L. & Mrs. Doris M. Fonville Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers, Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA O’Herron Foundation, Inc. Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. $50,000 to $99,999 Carolina Tractor & Equipment Company Northwestern Mutual Financial Network SunTrust Bank, Inc. $25,000 to $49,999 Binaco Investments Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. First Trust Bank Goodrich Corporation La Noticia Simonini Builders, Inc. Mr. William H. Williamson, III $10,000 to $24,999 Mr. James W. & Mrs. Judith N. Allison Mr. James G. & Mrs. Mary Lou Babb Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Culbertson The FWA Group, PA Mr. & Mrs. Ralph A. Pitts Time Warner Cable Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss $5,000 to $9,999 Ms. Anise Key Brown Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Mr. William F. Hall, III Mr. Malik K. Rahman Mr. & Mrs. Patrick C. Riley Mrs. Wanda P. Towler Mr. Jeffrey M. Yoh $1,000 to $4,999 Assistance League of Charlotte Mrs. Diann P. Back Mr. J. David Barnhardt Mr. Philip Jackson Baugh, Jr. Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Mrs. Keris Fort Brown Ms. Beverly H. Dickson Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Mrs. Valerie E. Fox Mr. & Mrs. Harvey B. Gantt Gantt Huberman Architects Dr. Melvin Gay Mr. Shelton Gorelick Ms. Kim Heffernan Ms. Deborah D. Kelly Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Ms. Brenda Lea Dr. Terri Manning Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. Kenneth Miller Mr. Michael C. Moss Dr. Sue Peck Dr. James M. Tart Ms. Laura Temples Ms. Martha Tepper Ms. Melissa Vrana Mr. and Mrs. Ronald D. Williams Mrs. Suzanne T. Williams $500 to $999 Mr. Robert P. Anderson Mr. Lawrence M. Bjorson Mrs. Amanda P. Capobianchi Mr. and Mrs. David S. Goble Dr. John B. Gouch Dr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Griffin Ms. Deanna S. Highe Mr. Vincent L. James Mr. Paul Kitchen Ms. Pamela Morris Mr. David R. Privette Mr. and Mrs. David A. Ross Mr. John Royals Mr. Hugh B. Sproul, IV Ms. Libby Vagnoni Mrs. Lynn M. Williams Mr. James McLeod Wilson $250 to $499 Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Ms. E. Fay Foster Mr. Brian Gantt Mr. J. Randall Groves Mr. G. Mitchell Hagler Ms. Heather Hollace Hanson Mr. Mark E. Helms Mr. Gerald Hieronymus Mrs. Roni-Marzetta Jones Mr. Michael McGee Mrs. Frances H. Nazloo Ms. Susan Steele Mrs. Andrea Taggart Ms. Robyn Turner Ms. Karen H. Verryt Mr. Daniel I. vonBriesen Ms. Sally T. Whitten $100 to $249 Ms. Brenda B. Armentrout Mr. Reade & Mrs. Sue Baker Mrs. Arliah V. Branch Ms. Mary K. Collin Mr. Steve Corriher Ms. Paula Day Mrs. Linda J. Dunham Mr. Lindsey Embrey Ms. Janice T. Hill Ms. Patricia L. Hill-Miller Ms. Sherill A. Holmes Mr. Lewis R. Jefferies Ms. Tracie D. Kanellopoulos Ms. Mary Martha R. Long Mrs. Suzanne Mulligan Ms. Margery A. Orell Mr. Stephen Mark Perryman Mr. David R. Privette Ms. Mona Rabon Ms. Rebecca C. Sanders Mrs. Cynthia M. Smith Mr. Roger Spittle, Jr. Ms. Linda J. White Ms. Carolyn J. Whitman Ms. Shawna M. Wood Up to $100 Mr. David Baker Mrs. Susan P. Brooks Mr. Mitchell W. Campbell Ms. Laura L. Dunlap Ms. Lisa J. Foley Ms. Katrina L. Gordon Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Mr. Clyde Hooks, Jr. Mr. Anthony D. Jones Mrs. L. Elaine Kushmaul Mr. Samuel W. McCord Mr. David W. Rhew Ms. Deborah M. Rivers Ms. Mandy Saunders Ms. Lynn C. Stevens Ms. Robbie J. Thompson Mrs. Karen G. Youngman Active multi-year pledges The CPCC Foundation, Inc. gratefully acknowledges the following donors with active multi-year pledges: 27 Gifts-in-Kind .com Design Options A Fruit Basket A-dec, Inc. Dr. Julian Sheppard Albergotti Angler Services Anita Goodesigns AutoBell Car Wash Bank of America Bartlett Tree Experts Bill Ward Outdoor Adventures BMW North America Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Ms. Barbara Bostic Mr. Tom Browne Ms. Patricia Glass Browning Carolina Restaurant Group, Inc./ Wendy’s Carolina Sporting Arms Carolinas Rehabilitation Carrier Carolinas Carrier Corporation Cato Glass Charlotte Bobcats Charlotte Business Journal Charlotte Center for Cosmetic Dentistry at Southpark Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Charlotte Orthotic Prosthetic Center Charlotte Weekly Chata Coating and Laminating Chief Supply Company Chiron America, Inc. CITGO Petroleum Corporation Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Duke Energy Compass Group, The Americas Crystal Impressions Custom Contract Services Joan P. Diehl, DMD Mr. Buddy Dixon Duncan Parnell Event Marketing Services, Inc. Firestone Firethorne Country Club Frame Warehouse GE Healthcare Goat Wagon Grocery Great Harvest Bread Company Larry and Maj I. Hagman Trust Harris Teeter Hawthorne’s New York Pizza Hendrick Automotive Group Eccentric Baskets & Gifts Mr. Carroll Hunter Hyatt Coin & Gun Shop, Inc. Mr. Larry Irwin Jesse Brown’s Outdoors Jillian’s Mr. Andrew E. Kalnik Ms. Susie Lake Ms. Sandra T. Lare Larkhaven Golf Club Ms. Susana Lima Dr. Robert A. Lowe Madison River Fly-Fishing Outfitters Mrs. Dorothy Majors Meadow Wood Farm Dr. Lynne Murchison OnGuard Dental Products Patriot Art Peak Fitness Dr. Walton S. Peery, III Pepsi Cola Bottling Company Perry’s of SouthPark Presbyterian Hospital Privatus, Ltd. Radiator Specialty Company Ms. Paula Rapp Dr. Stephen A. Rendulich River Bend Sportsman’s Resort Mr. Tom Rogers Mr. John Schott Dr. Edward I. Shapiro Ms. Bettye Sheahan Sports Connection Ms. Diane Stalford Starbucks Coffee Company Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. Mrs. Jane H. Taylor Ms. Felton Temple The Original Pancake House The Side Porch Time Warner Cable Tod Thorne & Associates, Inc. Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc. Ms. Patricia Joan Tubbs Dr. Richard W. Van Gurp Volvo and GMC Truck Center Mr. Wesley Walls Ms. Lauri Waterfield WBTV 3 Television Wild Outdoor Adventures Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf Mr. Greg Wyatt CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run sets records This year’s CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run, presented by Charlotte Business Journal, on April 26, 2008, boasted some 1,400 participants and raised over $80,000 for scholarships and other student needs. It was the 13th year of the Run. The SunTrust Bank 5K Walk for Health, McGarry 5K Run, 5K Wheelchair Roll, and 1K Family Fun Run continue to draw people from across the Carolinas to one of Charlotte’s premier races. Please visit www.cpcc.edu/foundation/skyline for more information or call 704.330.6869. 28 Presenting Sponsor Charlotte Business Journal Event Sponsor SunTrust Bank, Inc. Official Sponsor A Fruit Basket AT&T North Carolina Back International, LLC Bank of America Philanthropic Management Bishop George E. Battle Belk, Inc. - Central Division The Blumenthal Foundation Bobcats Sports & Entertainment Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. Carolina Restaurant Group, Inc./ Wendy’s Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated CPCC Student Government Association Crystal Impressions Event Marketing Services, Inc. First Trust Bank Follett Higher Education Group Frame Warehouse Great Harvest Bread Company Jillian’s Lance Foundation Personal Legal Plans NORCOM Development, Inc. Nucor Corporation OnGuard Dental Products Pepsi Cola Bottling Company The R. A. Overcash, Jr. Family Foundation Sports Connection Starbucks Coffee Company The Original Pancake House Wachovia Nonprofit & Philanthropic Services WBTV 3 Television Thank you to each participant and to the following sponsors who helped make the 13th annual CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run a success. 29 Central High rededication and multi-class reunion Alumni celebrate successful campaign and renovated facility Central High School, located on Central Piedmont Community College’s Central Campus, holds a great deal of history and memories for generations of alumni. To preserve the school’s rich history, to support recent renovations to the Central High School facility, and to provide scholarships for needy students at CPCC, some 1,000 alumni have joined together in a fundraising campaign that has generated $400,000 to date. On Sunday, September 30, 2007, CPCC hosted a multi-class reunion and rededication of Central High School with a renovated building façade similar to its original design. Alumni from the classes of 1923 to 1959 came to join in this historic celebration. “Central High School and CPCC share a rich history and legacy of academic excellence,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “We are extremely grateful for the generous contributions provided to the College by Central High alumni and friends. This gift will have a lasting impact on our institution and our students. Many students will realize their dream of attending college at CPCC because Central High alumni gave back to honor the education they received at Central High.” Alumni of Central High School at the rededication event VISION: Central Piedmont Community College intends to become the national leader in workforce development. MISSION: Central Piedmont Community College is an innovative and comprehensive college that advances the life-long educational devel-opment of students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strength-ening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community. The College accomplishes this purpose by providing high-quality, flexible pre-baccalaureate and career-focused educational programs and services which are academically, geograph-ically, and financially accessible. This purpose requires a fundamental commitment to teaching and learning excellence within a supportive environment. COMPLIANCE: Central Piedmont Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action insti-tution. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities upon request 5 working days in advance of the event. Call 704.330.6424 to request accommodation. CPCC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033- 4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. 10,000 copies of this document were produced at a cost of $8,985 or $.89 per piece. CPCC 5256 Institutional Advancement/Foundation, Inc. Staff Listing Kevin R. McCarthy Associate Vice President, Institutional Advancement Brenda W. Lea Executive Director of Development W. Reade Baker Director of Development Vivian Hailey Executive Director, CPCC Foundation Finance Mary K. Collin Coordinator of Research and Alumni Relations E. Fay Foster Special Events Coordinator Tobie Holberton Special Events Assistant Andrew Stollmack Accounting Specialist Ginny Hastings Administrative Assistant, Senior Laura Tant Administrative Assistant, Senior Contact information Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. Mailing Address: P. O. Box 35009 Charlotte, NC 28235-5009 Site Address: 1322 E. 4th Street Sommers Building, Suite 201 Charlotte, NC 28204 Phone: 704.330.6869 Fax: 704.330.6727 www.cpcc.edu/foundation Legal and tax information: The official corporate name of the CPCC Foundation is Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc., and this name should be used in all legal documents. Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation qualify as charitable contributions to a 501(c)(3) organization for federal income, estate, and gift-tax purposes. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, please feel free to call us at 704.330.6869 with corrections or comments. About this annual report Central Piedmont Community College is committed to preserving the environment by reducing the negative impact the College has through paper use and printing. In an effort to become more “green” this Annual Report is printed on 100# Chorus Art Text containing 50% recycled paper (25% post-consumer), and the inks used during the printing process are soy-based. 30 Non-Profit U.S. Postage P A I D Charlotte, NC P.O. Box 35009 • Charlotte, North Carolina • 28235-5009 Permit No. 1177 MECKLENBURG COUNTY Levine Campus 2800 Campus Ridge Road Matthews Near Independence and I-485 704.330.4200 North Campus 11930 Verhoeff Drive Huntersville From Statesville Rd. or Highway 115 704.330.4101 Central Campus 1201 Elizabeth Avenue at Kings Drive Near Center City 704.330.2722 Harper Campus 315 West Hebron St., between Arrowood and Nations Ford Road I-77, Arrowood Exit 704.330.4400 Cato Campus 8120 Grier Road at WT Harris Blvd. 704.330.4801 Harris Campus 3210 CPCC Harris Campus Dr. Morris Field Drive from Billy Graham Parkway or Wilkinson Blvd. 704.330.4601 E-Learning www.cpcc.edu/distance Central Piedmont Community College locations CPCC Harper Campus
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Full Text | C E N T R A L P I E D M O N T C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E A Year of Growth 2007-2008 Annual Report America is facing the greatest labor and skills shortage in its history. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a shortage of more than 10 million workers by 2011. Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) plays a vital role in addressing this labor shortage by providing training for workers that’s relevant for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Since 1963, CPCC has been offering programs to meet the demands of the workforce. Today, I am proud to say that CPCC offers more than 100 degree, diploma, and certification programs; customized corporate training; market-focused continuing education; and special-interest classes designed to meet the workforce needs of this community. We serve more than 70,000 individuals on our six campuses across the county, and our online classes are growing every year. Our College is growing at a tremendous rate. Over the past year, CPCC class registrations were up nearly 12 percent! This fall, the College grew an additional 6 percent and the number of students in online courses increased nearly 35 percent. Our enrollment growth has outpaced many community colleges across the state, and this growth is testimony to our success. But student enrollment isn’t the only area where we’re experiencing growth. CPCC continues to be on the cutting-edge providing new programs and training to serve the needs of our business community. Our goal is to respond to the local, regional, and global trends in the job market. With that in mind, CPCC began a new curriculum certificate and seminar series in motorsports this fall. In the spring, we’ll offer our new Motorsports Institute. Other innovative programs include the Non-Destructive Examination program, the Center for Sustainability, the Lifelong Learning Institute, and much more. In this annual report, you’ll have a glimpse of the valuable offerings at CPCC and the tremendous impact we have on this community. I hope you���ll take time to read this report and find out why CPCC is this area’s premier career college. Sincerely, P. Anthony Zeiss, Ed.D. President Message from the president “A Year of Growth… People, Programs, and Progress” 1 Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center Message from the Chairman of the Board CPCC college profile • CPCC is the largest of the 58 community colleges in North Carolina. • 1.4 million students have been served since the College was founded in 1963. • CPCC employs more than 1,000 full-time faculty and staff members as well as 1,500 part-time faculty and staff. • CPCC was named the “Community College of the Year” by the National Alliance of Business. • CPCC was named one of the two best colleges in workforce development by the Ford Foundation. • CPCC is a good steward of the community’s money. > 18% in MWBE commodity and service purchases (state goal is 4%). 18% in total HUB commitment (state goal is 10%). CPCC is well above the state goal in both areas. Who are our students? • We serve approximately 70,000 community residents. • Approximately 40% of CPCC students are for-credit students taking college-level classes. • Approximately 20% of CPCC students are enrolled in literacy programs like GED, Adult High School, and Basic Literacy courses. • Approximately 40% of CPCC students are enrolled in Corporate and Continuing Education programs. • 52% are female and 48% are male and 47% are under 30 • 51% are minorities • 46% are first-generation college students • 96% work full or part-time • More than 3,400 are international students from 160 countries What Do They Think of CPCC? • 98% of students are satisfied with the quality of the College’s programs and services.* • 91% of business and industry clients are satisfied with CPCC services and students.* How Well Do They Do? • 93% of CPCC students taking licensure and certification examinations passed including areas such as Basic Law Enforcement, Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapy Assistant, EMT, Nursing, Real Estate/Sales)* *SOURCE: The North Carolina Community College System Enhanced Accountability Measures. 2 “The impact of CPCC on this community is far reaching, and every dollar invested in the College produces great economic returns. Ask just about any resident of Mecklenburg County and he or she can give you a personal testimony of how the College has not only benefited them personally, but has also made them more productive members of society. Whether you’re an individual seeking a two-year degree, an employer interested in additional training for your employees, or a worker wanting to advance your skills, CPCC has the program for you. This College just keeps giving back.” Ralph A. Pitts, Chairman CPCC Board of Trustees CPCC Board of Trustees Officers Ralph A. Pitts, Chairman Jane G. Cooper, Vice Chairman P. Anthony Zeiss, Secretary Bishop George E. Battle, Jr. Edwin A. Dalrymple Roni-Marzetta M. Jones David A. Lewis John W. Luby Alisa A. McDonald Sue Peck Robert Reid Carlos Sanchez Carrie C. Winter Georgia Lewis (served July 2000 to June 2008) Rich Jones (served July 2007 to July 2008) Student Government Association Kathleen Collado, President, Ex-Officio Board of Trustees’ Member CPCC revenues, expenditures, and economic impact 40.33% 40.08% 13.49% 6.79% 39.64% 27.23% 19.74% 12.70% 40.08% 13.49% 6.79% 39.64% 19.74% 12.70% Operating revenues 2007 Actual Percent State $49,987,667 40.33% Tuition $15,747,477 12.70% County $24,463,131 19.74% Other $33,755,722 27.23% Total $123,953,997 100% Operating expenditures 2007 Actual Percent Instruction $47,415,755 39.64% Institutional Support $47,940,183 40.08% Physical Plant $16,137,123 13.49% Student Services $8,128,013 6.79% Total $119,621,074 100% Total budgets Operating $123,953,997 Bonds/Capital $11,835,329 Total $135,789,326 CPCC economic impact Direct Impact $135,789,326 Indirect Impact (direct x 1.9 - direct) $122,210,393 Total Impact $257,999,719 Full-Time Payroll $1,026 Jobs Created = (direct x .00006) + F/T payroll $9,173 Return on Investment = [total impact/(state and local funding)] 347% Values CPCC brings to the community Student and Learning Focused: CPCC is a Learning College focused on ensuring that students achieve their goals and receive the training and instruction they need to succeed. CPCC offers classes and training to prepare people for jobs, to advance their skills so that they can move to the next level in their professions, or to transfer to a four-year institution. Accessible: CPCC serves more than 70,000 people on its six campuses throughout Mecklenburg County offering a comprehensive array of classes at convenient times, as well as a host of online courses. Affordable: CPCC provides high value at a fraction of the cost of a four-year institution. CPCC full-time students typically attend a year of college for $1,500. CPCC Basic Skills classes, including English as a Second Language classes, are free. Highly Respected: CPCC has won numerous national awards for high-quality programs and instruction. The College is a member of the prestigious League for Innovation in the Community College, a consortium of 20 of the nation’s finest two-year colleges. Responsive: CPCC is innovative and entrepreneurial, offering programs and services that match high-demand business needs. CPCC uses the latest classroom technology, offers many E-Learning opportunities, and trains for high-tech careers. Accountable: According to the North Carolina Community College System Accountability Measures, CPCC students and employers rated the College high. See the return on your investment throughout this publication. Economic impact of CPCC on the community Central Piedmont Community College continues to be a driving force in this region’s economy. The goals of the College are to be financially accessible to the community and to provide a strong return on investment. CPCC offers many benefits to the community: • Students benefit from higher earnings as a result of higher education and training. • The community at large benefits from social cost savings such as reduced unemployment, welfare costs, and incarcerations. • The community benefits from a unique blend of economic opportunities and other outcomes having a strong impact on increased earnings and productivity. 3 Alisa McDonald was appointed in July to the CPCC Board of Trustees. McDonald, who was appointed by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education to this position, serves as the vice president of Project Development and Services for Duke Energy. In her current position, she is responsible for business planning, strategic process integration and system implementation supporting regulated generation, engineering and commercial power generation at Duke Energy. McDonald has over 23 years of leadership experience in information technology, operational support services, supply chain and integrated marketing solutions. She began her career at IBM where she held key roles in systems engineering, project management, business solutions consulting and client services marketing. McDonald joined Duke Power in 1995 as manager of information security and business continuity. In 1999, she restructured and optimized several corporate shared services functions. In 2004, she led supply chain operations for Duke Energy’s fossil/ hydro generation business, and in 2005, she was responsible for business process, operational planning and training for regulated fossil/hydro operations. A native of High Point, North Carolina, she received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematical and computer science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a master of business administration degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is also a graduate of the Advanced Leadership Development Program of the McColl Executive Leadership Institute at Queens University of Charlotte. McDonald is a William C. Friday Fellow and alumna of the Wildacres Leadership Initiative, class of 2001-2003. She is involved in a number of community and professional activities including service on the Board of the North Carolina School of Science and Math Foundation (Executive Committee), Duke Energy’s African American Network (AAN), Business Women’s Network (BWN) and Leadership Development Network (LDN). She also serves as a Board member and Chair of the Finance Committee for Partners in Out-of-School Time (POST), a non-profit organization committed to ensuring youth in Mecklenburg County have access to quality programs and activities. McDonald is a member of Women Executives in Charlotte (WE) and previously has been involved with Communities in Schools, Junior Achievement and Big Brothers Big Sisters. In addition, she served as Board Chair of United Family Services, the largest United Way agency in the Central Carolinas. CPCC is governed by its 13-member Board of Trustees. The President of the Student Government Association serves with trustees appointed by the Governor, the County Commission, and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. New board member joins CPCC Board of Trustees 4 Did you know? Only 25% of the jobs in America require a bachelor or higher degree. Up to 75% of jobs in America require training beyond high school, but below four-year degrees.* *SOURCE: Department of Labor Occupational Projections and Training Manual 2006-2007 edition Cindy Castano, award-winning documentary producer, successful business owner, president of Alpha Management Group, and founder of the 501c3 non-profit Frontline Foundation, knows the impact giving back can have not just locally, but internationally. As a result of Castano’s success and her drive to make a difference for those without a voice, she received the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Advancement Award at CPCC’s graduation ceremonies on May 13 at the 2008 commencement exercises. The Hagemeyer Award is named for Dr. Richard H. Hagemeyer, CPCC’s founding president and president emeritus. The award is presented to a current or former CPCC student who demonstrates significant benefit from studies at CPCC by: • Demonstrating community involvement and social responsibility • Acquiring scholastic and learning skills that have led to continued personal and educational growth • Improving his or her economic status and potential for growth • Exemplifying positive and significant life changes Castano graduated from CPCC in 1984 in the paralegal program. In nearly 25 years, she has truly changed the world as a result of her passion to free slaves and deliver humanitarian aid to remote regions of Sudan. Earlier in her professional career, Castano experienced success working in the investment/financial markets of the United States, London, England, and Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in high value, multi-million dollar accounts. But she credits a trip to South Africa as a defining moment in her life and a later encounter with the work of Christian Solidarity International caused her to change course. She transitioned into documentary filmmaking, and it was only after several years making wildlife films for National Geographic that the opportunity opened to access Sudan’s underworld of slavery and genocide with Dr. John Eibner of Christian Solidarity International. “I placed myself behind the lens of a camera and began my documentary feature My Slave, My Infidel to bring this human rights issue to the public eye,” states Castano. Now an expert on slavery and genocide in Sudan, Castano has traveled to the area multiple times and is well versed on the history, politics, and social structure. In addition to creating the eye-opening documentary, she created Frontline Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit that aids those in need worldwide by creating new projects and supports medical, humanitarian, and human rights efforts by way of organizing projects, funding existing projects, and advocacy. She also serves as an international public speaker on these issues. Upon returning to the United States in 1999, Castano founded Alpha Management Group (AMG), a business consulting and documentary filmmaking business. AMG has served high profile organizations such as National Geographic Television and Film, National Geographic Magazine, China Central Television, the South African Embassy, Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, Bank of America, Clear Channel Entertainment, The Speed Channel, and many others. In 2003, Stalking Leopards, a documentary film Castano co-produced with Kim Wolhuter of South Africa, received a National Emmy Award in News and Documentary for music and sound. In 2006, a 2-hour special event she co-produced with Kim Wolhuter entitled Predators at War received a National Emmy Award in News and Documentary for outstanding science, technology, and nature programming. “CPCC helped me understand the importance of furthering my education and giving back to the community,” states Castano. “I am forever grateful to CPCC for helping me get off to a great start.” “It is an honor for CPCC to be able to recognize Cindy Castano with the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Achievement Award,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of Central Piedmont Community College. “Cindy serves as an outstanding role model and international humanitarian and is a perfect example of what the Hagemeyer Award is all about.” Past recipients of the award include Elaine Lyerly, Gary Mims, Ronald Caldwell, Sheriff Jim Pendegraph, Dr. Margaret Stanley Hagan, Paul Griffin, James White, Tony Weatherford, Chief Luther Fincher, Dr. Kenny Welch, Frances Queen, Richard Zollinger, Stanley Law, and others. CPCC presents top educational award Cindy Castano Receives Richard H. Hagemeyer Award Cindy Castano, recipient of the Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Advancement Award and to the right, Capetown, 5 South Africa CPCC receives funds to support cyber-security, computer forensics, and integrated emergency response training CPCC received $1,013,593 in federal funding to support computer forensics, cyber-security efforts, and integrated emergency response training efforts. The money was allocated in the 2008 federal omnibus spending bill signed by President Bush. The following is a summary of the awards: American Academy of Applied Forensics – $822,000 from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) (NIJ Byrne Program for $352,000 and NIJ COPS Program for $470,000) Cyber-crime accounts for billions of dollars in economic losses and an incalculable toll on individual victims, particularly minors. This Federal appropriation will allow CPCC to develop training courses and curriculum in cyber-security (prevention) and computer forensics (investigation) for the region’s law enforcement and business sector. This Federal investment will expand the offerings available through CPCC’s American Academy for Applied Forensics. Center for Integrated Emergency Response Training (CIERT) – $191,593 from the Department of Education Fund for the Improvement of Post Secondary Education. The Charlotte region’s emergency responders and public health workers serve more than 2 million citizens in the most densely populated region of the Carolinas. These emergency response professionals must be prepared to respond to complex crisis events that require a high level of collaboration. This Federal appropriation will allow CPCC to develop training exercises and curriculum for public health workers and emergency responders. The training will utilize state-of-the-art, computer-based simulations of real-world crisis events that engage participants from across all emergency response professions. Recently, the 16-county Charlotte region has made great improvements in its emergency response preparedness and training, still most training occurs independently and without coordination and tracking. The establishment of the CIERT will create a regional model that delivers integrated emergency responder training. The North Carolina Congressional members including Senator Richard Burr, Senator Elizabeth Dole, Representative Robin Hayes, Representative Sue Myrick, and Representative Melvin Watt played a critical role in securing these appropriations. “The U.S. Congress, through its generous appropriation, and the leaders of CPCC, are committed to supporting law enforcement and the pursuit of justice as well as integrated emergency response training,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “CPCC has become a leader in forensic training, cybercrime, and emergency response training. These funds will allow us to take our training opportunities to the next level.” When Jeannine Sargent enrolled in a course on writing a business plan at CPCC’s Institute for Entrepreneurship, she had no idea it would lead to winning a national competition and awarding her money to start her business. But that’s exactly what happened to Jeannine, who won $50,000 in seed money in the 2007 “Make Your Dreams Come True with Mirassou” contest. California-based Mirassou Winery created the award as part of its support for women-owned businesses. Sargent’s winning business idea, The Red Bow, is a health club for women that will offer a holistic approach. “When I learned that almost one woman dies every minute from cardio vascular disease and that most of those deaths can be prevented, I knew I wanted to help women change their lifestyle to enhance health and longevity,” Sargent says. Her business model includes what she calls her “3E Strategy.” “We believe in Evaluate, Educate, and Empower,” she explains. “In addition to the aerobic and strength building activities of other health clubs, The Red Bow will also offer health screenings, health classes, and even meditation and aromatherapy. We’ll focus on the mind, body, and spirit.” Sargent is a strong advocate of community college education and says she didn’t hesitate to enroll in the Institute for Entrepreneurship’s. New Ventures Entrepreneurship Certificate Program. “I’ve been a lifelong student of CPCC,” she explains. “Even though I have an MBA, I’ve been taking additional classes at CPCC since the early 80s, and I know the quality of the programs this College offers.” The power to succeed Jeannine Sargent, CPCC Institute for Entrepreneurship student 6 CPCC presented the College’s Distinguished Service Award to Rick and Linda Hendrick on Tuesday, May 13 at the College’s 2008 commencement exercises. This award is annually presented by CPCC to an individual who has provided strong support to the institution over the past year. The Hendrick family has long been known for many common threads in this community, which include faith, family, friends and philanthropy. CPCC has had the good fortune of being one of the recipients of this family’s generosity and support. Over the years, Rick Hendrick’s intelligence, energy, determination, and business acumen have made him an enormous success in the automobile and motorsports industries. Under his guidance, Hendrick Automotive Group and Hendrick Motorsports have become leaders in their respective fields. As the second-largest privately owned dealership group in the U.S., Hendrick Automotive has become the standard by which all others are measured. The Hendrick family also leads the way in giving back to this community. In May of 2007, CPCC dedicated the new Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology at the Levine Campus in Matthews. As a result of the generosity of Rick and Linda Hendrick, this new 35,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility serves as headquarters to many of the College’s training and re-training programs in automotive technology. The new facility features six classrooms and six labs with the latest in equipment and technology. Thanks to their generosity and support, the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology serves technicians who are seeking updated technical skills through contract training and corporate and continuing education. The program also provides first class training for those who aspire to become technicians. In addition to this outstanding facility, Rick and Linda Hendrick have established the Hendrick Awards program, a technical co-op program that attracts and trains deserving CPCC students. This program is a win-win opportunity for CPCC and Hendrick Automotive Group by providing hands-on training for our students and creating a pipeline of employees for Hendrick. Other support from the Hendrick family includes generous upgrades to the interior and exterior of the Joe Hendrick Center adding to the overall Levine Campus learning atmosphere as well as state-of-the-art equipment that provides “unrivaled opportunities” to CPCC students. “Rick and Linda Hendrick are strong supporters of our institution and the work we do,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of Central Piedmont Community College. “CPCC is fortunate that they selected our institution as their focus in advancing automotive technician training in this region.” Rick and Linda Hendrick honored for generous support to the College 7 Deven Carter, a student in the Transfer Program at CPCC, understands the importance of a good education and a strong work ethic. After receiving his GED at CPCC, Deven knew he wanted to continue his education and pursue his passion in business administration. In addition to enrolling in the transfer program at CPCC, Deven became involved in Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) to help him get the real-world, hands-on experience he needed. After graduating from CPCC, Deven plans to transfer to either UNC-Chapel Hill or Howard University to earn a degree in business administration. He also plans to attend Harvard University to enter their joint program for MBA and Juris Doctorate (JD). Ultimately, Deven plans to open a Children’s Center in his hometown of Brooklyn, New York and provide career counseling and support for disadvantaged youth. According to Deven, “CPCC is helping me reach my goal. With all of the degree and certificate programs offered at CPCC, there’s something for everyone here. You can get a great education for a fraction of the cost of a four-year college or university.” CPCC produces leaders every day Linda and Rick Hendrick making an appearance at CPCC Deven Carter, CPCC student and entrepreneur–Associate of Arts transfer program 8 CPCC retirees re-connect On November 7, 2007, CPCC hosted its first meeting of the newly-formed CPCC Retiree Association in the College’s Culinary School on its Central Campus in Charlotte. Dr. David Hunter, retired Dean, Arts and Sciences, was the convener. Dr. Tom Griffin, retired Dean, Educational Resources, outlined the purpose of the Association: to socialize with each other, to promote volunteer activities at the College, to keep retirees up-to-date on College events and certain national and state information of interest, and to encourage continuing contact and support between CPCC and CPCC retirees. Dr. David Hunter said, “We expect many others will join the Association as retirees learn about the group and our purpose. We do not claim to have arrived, it will take time; but we are excited about the opportunity to bring the CPCC family together in an organized and informative way.” The original members of the Retiree Association Steering Committee were introduced: Dr. David L. Hunter, Dr. Lois W. Dixon, Mr. Robert L. Gossett, Dr. Thomas E. Griffin, Ms. Dora T. Johnson, Ms. Molly F. Savage, and Ms. Brenda W. Lea of the CPCC Foundation. A Retiree Association Office is located on CPCC’s Central Campus. Please call 704.330.6241 for more information or contact david.hunter@cpcc.edu. Success comes in threes for the Nash family. These triplets had a passion for the dental assisting field and they pursued their education at CPCC. The College afforded them the opportunity to obtain a quality education at a reasonable price while remaining close to home. According to Ashley Nash, ���The Dental Assisting Program at CPCC offered me more than I ever expected. The instructors and staff were always willing to help and they prepared us to be successful in the profession. I would recommend the CPCC Dental Assisting Program to anyone considering a career in this field.” Success x3 Ashley Nash, Amber Nash, and Erica Nash Cousar, CPCC Dental Assisting Program Dr. David Hunter, retired Dean, Arts and Sciences To find out more about Central Piedmont Community College and all the College has to offer: • Log on to our website at www.cpcc.edu or tune into our cable station on TimeWarner Cable at CPCC TV 17 • Contact us: > programs and registration information – 704.330.CPCC (2722) > online registration – www.cpcc.edu > corporate and continuing education – 704.330.4223 Dear Friends: On behalf of the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, please accept sincere thanks for your generous support. In the 2007–08 fiscal year, the Foundation was the recipient of over 1,400 gifts totaling more than $4.28 million. Please know that your gifts go directly to extending the College’s mission of providing quality educational and career training opportunities to citizens of our region. In the past year, over 70,000 individuals took advantage of the courses, programs, and services offered by Central Piedmont. In these challenging times, the importance of Central Piedmont to our community continues to grow. As enrollment and the need for the College’s financially-accessible college credit and workforce preparation courses increase, so too does the need for your support. Significantly, thanks to the generosity of donors, the Foundation was able to provide over $850,000 in scholarships to needy students. A gift to Central Piedmont truly transforms lives. Your support is helping individuals obtain the education and training which will equip them to embark on productive careers and to better provide for their families. I can think of no better purpose for philanthropy. Again, many thanks for what you have done for the College and its students and for what you will do in the future. Sincerely, Thomas E. Norman President, Board of Directors Central Piedmont Community College Foundation Letter from the Foundation president 9 “Please accept sincere thanks for your generous support.” The Levine Foundation Leon and Sandra Levine–their gift changing lives On April 17, 2008, Amy Levine and Fred Simmons of the Levine Foundation joined College President Tony Zeiss and CPCC Foundation staff for lunch and a report on the Levine Scholarship Endowment. Dr. Zeiss expressed his gratitude to the Levine Foundation, Leon and Sandra Levine, for choosing to invest in the lives of students at CPCC saying, “What an incredible gift this is, and will continue to be, for the citizens of Charlotte-Mecklenburg.” This remarkable gift in 2002 is still the largest gift in the history of the College and is a significant source of financial assistance for CPCC students. More than 500 Levine Scholarships have been awarded. The College’s Levine Campus in Matthews is named in honor of Leon and Sandra Levine in gratitude for this gift. Levine Scholars attending the lunch told what the scholarship meant to them. For the single parent struggling to feed a family to the first-generation college student to many more with little hope of pursuing their dreams of a college education, the Levine Foundation has opened the doors to success. On November 28, 2007, the AT&T Foundation announced it was awarding $54,000 to support three organizations in Charlotte. Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) received an $18,950 grant for the expansion of educational opportunities for disabled students. Specifically, the grant was to provide assistive-technology equipment to meet the growing needs at CPCC’s six campuses throughout the Mecklenburg County area. The some 600 disabled students CPCC educates each year will benefit from this grant. “CPCC is extremely grateful for this generous gift from the AT&T Foundation,” said Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of the College. “It will allow us to expand our services to students with visual impairments by enhancing our assistive-technology equipment. At CPCC, we seek to provide top-quality education and services to students with special needs, and this gift will support us in our efforts.” The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic entity of AT&T, Inc. Central Piedmont Community College receives AT&T grant l. to r. Tony Zeiss, CPCC President; and Carlos Sanchez, Director, External Affairs, AT&T, and member CPCC Board of Trustees, with AT&T grant award Thomas E. Norman, president, Board of Directors, CPCC Foundation Sandra and Leon Levine CPCC dedicates Time Warner Cable Student Commons Central Piedmont Community College dedicated the Time Warner Cable Student Commons on December 11, 2007. The Commons is located in the Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center on CPCC’s Central Campus. Time Warner Cable’s Charlotte Division made a generous commitment to provide cable broadcast services, equipment, and financial support to CPCC. In gratitude for this commitment, the College was proud to name the Commons area in the corporation’s honor. “As a ‘commuter college,’ it is important for CPCC students to have a place to gather and interact between classes,” stated Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “Thanks to the generosity of this corporate partner, hundreds of CPCC students will have a place to gather each day and enjoy the college experience.” “We are proud to be investing not only in Central Piedmont Community College but in our future,” stated Mike Munley, president of the Time Warner Charlotte Division. “By providing our technology to the College, we are taking an active role in assisting and supporting tomorrow’s leaders.” Mrs. Judith N. Allison Mr. David J. Auger Ms. LaRita Barber Dr. Walter B. Beaver, Jr. Mrs. Claudia W. Belk Ms. Catherine P. Bessant Mr. James T. Bolt Mrs. Madelyn L. Caple Mr. William M. Claytor Mr. James M. Coblin Mr. Wilton M. Connor Mr. Edwin A. Dalrymple Mr. Roddey Dowd, Jr. Mr. David J. Dzuricky Mr. William D. Elder Mr. Charles L. Fonville Mr. Harvey B. Gantt Mrs. Hilda H. Gurdian Mr. Thomas J. Hall Mr. Joseph F. Hallow, III Mr. Cameron M. Harris Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Scott C. Lea Mr. George MacBain, IV Ms. Alisa A. McDonald Ms. Elizabeth J. McLaughlin Mr. Bob L. Moss Mr. Thomas E. Norman Mrs. Christa A. Overcash The Honorable Robert M. Pittenger Mr. Ralph A. Pitts Mrs. Patricia A. Rodgers Mr. Caldwell Rose, Jr. Mr. Kenneth R. Samuelson Mr. Carlos E. Sanchez Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. Mr. Albert F. Sloan Mr. Robert Edwin Spears Mr. Robert Stolz Mr. H. Allen Tate, Jr. Mrs. Agnes B. Weisiger Mr. William H. Williamson, III Mr. James R. Worrell, Sr. Foundation directors elected in 2007–2008 Foundation Board of Directors Contributions to CPCC Foundation, Inc. July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008 Giving Group Amount Percent Businesses $2,017,322 47.1% Individuals $1,020,868 23.9% Foundations $1,193,598 27.9% Professional & Civic Groups $48,040 1.1% Total $4,279,828 100.0% 10 Honorary Directors The Honorable Sue Myrick The Honorable Melvin Watt l. to r. College President, Tony Zeiss; Mike Munley, president, Time Warner, Charlotte; Ralph Pitts, chairman, CPCC Board of Trustees; and Tommy Norman, president, CPCC Foundation Board of Directors at dedication of the Time Warner Cable Student Commons Ms. Catherine P. Bessant Mr. Wilton M. Connor Mr. David J. Dzuricky Mr. Thomas J. Hall Mr. Joseph F. Hallow, III Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Caldwell Rose, Jr. Mr. Robert Stolz Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. CPCC launches new motorsports technology initiative On Thursday, December 13, 2007, various leaders in the motorsports industry gathered at Central Piedmont Community College’s North Campus in Huntersville, NC to learn more about new motorsports training opportunities at the College. Mr. Andy Papathoanassiou, CEO, North Carolina Motorsports Association, provided remarks about the value of CPCC’s Motorsports Program to the industry. The College’s president, Dr. Tony Zeiss; CPCC’s Transportation Systems Technologies director, Ms. Laurie Walker; and Mr. David Bowen, CPCC’s Motorsports coordinator, also shared information on the new training efforts. Following the presentations, guests took tours of the new state-of-the-art facility. Motorsports professionals and friends gather at CPCC’s North Campus in Huntersville to learn about training opportunities Standing (l. to r.) guests Wayne Cooper and Tod Thorne; seated (l. to r.) Karen Isenbug, highschool career and technical coordinator, Charlotte-Meckenburg schools, and guest Judy Cooper at the motorsports event 11 Renée Prim and David Cole (above) with (l. to r.) Dr. Richard Hagemeyer, former president, CPCC, and Dr. Tony Zeiss, current president 12 Prim-Cole Center named for alumna/instructor’s amazing legacy Renée Prim was only 21 years old when an accident paralyzed her right arm and both legs. “They (the doctors) gave me five years to live,” she recalls. But Ms. Prim rallied, and she reconstructed her life. CPCC was her inspiration. “The College was with me virtually every step of the way,” Ms. Prim said, “either as a place for more education or as an employer.” Now, Renée Prim and her husband David Cole are helping others with physical challenges. Ms. Prim has donated her family’s nearly 22-acre farm near Shelby, NC to CPCC. She said, “I can’t take care of this farm; and if I give it to CPCC, it will be a win-win for everyone.” According to Brenda Lea, executive director of development with the CPCC Foundation, the farm will be sold, and the monies from the sale used to establish a gift annuity to benefit the couple during their lifetime. At their passing, the principal and growth will be used to help students with special needs at the College. Before the accident, Ms. Prim had earned a CPCC degree in administrative office technology. She continued at CPCC, and earned three other degrees. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix. Before finishing all of this, CPCC hired Ms. Prim to work in the instructional labs. “It was so motivating,” said Ms. Prim. “I am happy to be able to give back to the College.” Ms. Prim retired in 2002 after 27 years with the College. Her husband worked as a part-time instructor for 19 years. On March 14, 2008, CPCC hosted a luncheon to honor the generous couple and to announce the establishment of the Prim-Cole Center for Information Technology on CPCC’s Central Campus. “Renée Prim is truly an amazing individual,” stated Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “She has served as an inspiration to many at the College. We’re excited to be able to dedicate the Prim-Cole Center in recognition of the tremendous example Renée and her husband have shared with this institution.” Famed star Larry Hagman hosts benefit at CPCC’s Halton Theater Larry Hagman, television icon and star of Dallas and I Dream of Jeannie, served as master of ceremonies for “Heart,” a benefit held on May 15 at the Halton Theater on Central Piedmont Community College’s Central Campus in Charlotte. Proceeds from the event provided $75,000 in performing arts scholarships at CPCC and a similar amount for The Harvest Center in Charlotte. Mr. Hagman and his wife Maj donated their Ferrari to be raffled at the event along with other items. The event was organized by The Avenir Foundation, which supports educational programs and outreach ministries that empower individuals and nonprofit organizations. Event steering committee chairs were Charlotte business leaders Mark Erwin and Frank Martin and CPCC President Tony Zeiss. CPCC offers a nationally recognized performing arts program with associate in fine arts degrees (AFA) in art, dance, music and music education. Each year, performing arts students at the College produce more than six theatre and opera performances in its beautiful Dale F. Halton Theater. In addition, CPCC produces a Summer Theatre program, which includes five productions in 10 weeks at the College. Graduates of the Performing Arts Program at CPCC have become successful composers, music teachers, and performed on Broadway. The Dale F. Halton Theater was named the 2006 “Best Concert Venue” in Creative Loafing’s Best of Charlotte and the 2007 “Best Seat in the House” in Charlotte Magazine’s Best of the Best Awards. The theater provides CPCC artists and audiences with a remarkable performance venue, as fine as any in the region. Dr. Tony Zeiss, one of the “Jeannies,” and actor Larry Hagman Business leaders, Frank Martin and Mark Erwin along with Dr. Tony Zeiss (far right), present actor Larry Hagman with a gift from the Avenir Foundation and the College Winner of Ferrari, Will Jordan, and Larry Hagman 13 College loses dear friends and strong supporters CPCC lost a great friend and dedicated College servant with the passing of R. Powell Majors on November 29, 2007. About 3 ½ months later, his wife, Dot, also passed away. Mr. Majors was nearly 101 years old and Mrs. Majors was 98. They had been married 74 years and had two children, Dr. Robert P. Majors, Jr. and Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges. Mr. Majors spent much of his long life supporting and advancing CPCC. He served as the first executive director of the CPCC Foundation from 1971 until 1990. Under his leadership, the foundation’s endowment grew from $3,000 to almost $2.5 million. After his retirement, Mr. Majors continued to help the College as a volunteer fundraiser and as an avid supporter himself. Says Dr. Kevin McCarthy, associate vice president for institutional advancement, “Powell Majors laid the groundwork for all that followed. His considerable efforts and commitment built the CPCC Foundation into a viable, sound entity. We continue to be grateful for all he made possible. The service he provided to the College is truly remarkable. He is missed by his many friends at CPCC.” When Mr. Majors retired in 1990, the Majors Bookstore on CPCC’s Central Campus in Charlotte was named in his honor. It was rededicated in 2005 when the bookstore moved to the College’s new Professional Development Building. In December 2006, the Majors Scholarship for needy students was announced when CPCC threw a 100th birthday luncheon for Mr. Majors. Contributions from Mr. Majors’ fellow rotarians at Charlotte Rotary and other friends totaled $115,312; and gifts are still being accepted. Memorials can be made to: CPCC Foundation, Majors Scholarship, P.O. Box 35009, Charlotte, NC 28235. CPCC is fortunate to have had Mr. Majors’ longtime friendship and support. Powell and Dot Majors were married 74 years During Powell Majors’ tenure at CPCC, he started a “Car Donation Program.” At his passing, family members donated his 1998 Eighty-Eight Royale Oldsmobile. Pictured l. to r. are grandsons Andrew (Andy) Majors and Tom Hodges; Dr. Kevin McCarthy, associate VP, Institutional Advancement, CPCC; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Robert P. Majors, Jr. and Helen. Brenda Lea, executive director of development, Institutional Advancement, CPCC, holds Mr. Majors’ keys. He was a volunteer for many years in the College’s ABLE Program (Adult Basic Literacy Education). 14 Benefactors honored for A New Seat in Town Thirty benefactors who have named a seat in the Dale F. Halton Theater at CPCC were recognized at a Sunday brunch on March 30, 2008. The Halton Theater is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as home to the College’s performing arts productions and allows the College to host national and international touring companies and productions for the enjoyment of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community. The size and quality of the theater have represented an important addition to the cultural life of the area. As a seat benefactor, the name of a donor or a friend or relative is permanently and prominently recognized on a plaque in the Halton Theater. The proceeds from seat benefactors assure the ongoing quality of the facility and its artistic programming. In addition, at the time of donation, each seat benefactor is recognized in the playbills and programs distributed at performances in the theater. In addressing the donors at the brunch, College President Tony Zeiss said, “We appreciate you joining us as a seat benefactor in Charlotte’s newest cultural resource. In so doing, you have generously endorsed the importance of the College and arts to our community.” For more information on A New Seat in Town, please contact the CPCC Foundation at 704.330.6869. ArtsFest sponsors In March 2008, Central Piedmont Community College hosted its second ArtsFest Festival. This celebration was a week-long event commemorating artists with ties to the Carolinas. We appreciate the following sponsors: AT&T North Carolina, Bojangles’ Restaurant, Charlotte Weekly, Cochran Enterprises, Creative Loafing, Follet Higher Education Group, Healthy Dairy, Sonny’s Bar-B-Q, and Sun Belt Rentals. 15 Orchestra Level AT&T North Carolina David Barnhardt Eleanor & James Barnhardt Foundation Mr. & Mrs. John M. Belk, The Belk Foundation Sue & Addison Bell Ms. Betsy J. Blount Amy & Philip Blumenthal Jim and Jenny Bolt Dr. Michael & Mrs. Lenora Borchardt Leamon Carroll Conrad & Barbara Carter Bill & Anne Claytor Mrs. Jane G. & Mr. Stephen Cooper Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA James & Kathy Drumm Della Joan Erwin Betty & Erskine Harkey Lila Erwin Highsmith Ms. Barbara Horstmann Don R. & Linda Y. Koch Gary E. LaBrosse Cynthia H. LaBrosse Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Dot & Powell Majors Vincent & Alma Martin – In memory of Joseph P. Martin Kevin R. McCarthy – In honor of Cormac & Jack McCarthy Dr. and Mrs. Clinton H. McKay Mr. Michael C. Moss William S. & Amy H. Roberts Patricia and B. D. Rodgers Jim & Mary Ann Ruggiero – In celebration of our 25th Wedding Anniversary Mr. Alan C. Simonini Ed & Jackie Spears Dr. & Mrs. James M. Tart Earl & Sue Taylor E. Kyle Tyner Tim & Sarah Turner Vrana-Skalaban Family Dr. Spurgeon Webber, Jr. & Mrs. Loretta Webber Dr. Tony Zeiss Mrs. Beth Zeiss Balcony Level Mr. & Mrs. Michael Bailey – In memory of Mr. Richard H. Bailey Janet Chapman Mary & Bill Collin Dr. John R. Dunn Maha, Scott & Pavani Gingrich Mrs. Elisabeth G. Hair Ms. Katharyn Horne Ms. Karen Hudson-Brown – In honor of Mary Lou Paschal Georgia Jacquez Lewis and Robert L. Lewis Gary & Amy Ma Mr. Vincent P. Martin – In memory of Joseph P. Martin Rob & Lorrie Morris Mr. & Mrs. J. Norman Pease, Jr. Ms. Lynne Safrit, North Carolina Research Campus Mrs. Elizabeth D. Schweikhardt – In loving memory of my husband, James R. Schweikhardt Mr. Tim & Mrs. Kim Stump, Stuart Elizabeth Stump Joan & Garren Tate Ms. Roberta M. Tremain Paul & Susan Vadnais Halton seat benefactors Dale F. Halton Theater Fonville Endowed Scholarship established at CPCC The Charles L. & Doris M. Fonville Foundation has established the Fonville Endowed Scholarship at Central Piedmont Community College. The Fonville Scholarship was established in March 2008 as a permanent endowment to provide assistance to students at CPCC. The scholarship is for students with financial need who are studying on a full-time basis at the College. Mr. Fonville, president of Fonville and Company, is a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. In making this contribution, he said, “My philosophy is to give people a hand up . . . I want to help needy, deserving individuals attend CPCC.” A total of 1,640 students at CPCC received scholarships in the 2007– 2008 academic year. Scholarships continue to be among the College’s greatest need. Doris and Charlie Fonville 16 Dedication of the Hall Professional Development Building On January 31, 2008, the College dedicated the Hall Professional Development Building in recognition of the generous support of Charlotte entrepreneur Thomas J. Hall, president of The Hall Group. Mr. Hall is a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. At Mr. Hall’s request, it was a modest celebration attended by family, close friends and College leaders. A significant portion of Mr. Hall’s support will be utilized for programs and scholarships related to entrepreneurialism. College President Tony Zeiss said, “Your gift will provide educational opportunities for deserving individuals for years to come. Importantly, these will be individuals who share your entrepreneurial spirit and who will go on to benefit our community by starting their own businesses. This is indeed a wonderful gift and a wonderful legacy.” The Hall Professional Development Building is located on the College’s Central Campus near uptown Charlotte and is used for CPCC staff development and business training. It also houses the College’s Institute for Entrepreneurship. Thomas “Tommy” Hall CPCC dedicates the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association Shop Levine Campus On May 22, 2008, Central Piedmont Community College dedicated the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association Shop in the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology at the Levine Campus in Matthews. The dedication recognized the Automobile Dealers Association’s generous gift to support CPCC’s automotive technology programs. During the event, Macon Griffin, president of the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association, made remarks and applauded CPCC’s state-of-the-art automotive training facility and quality instruction. Additional remarks were made by CPCC President Tony Zeiss; Chairman of the CPCC Board of Trustees Ralph Pitts; and Laurie Walker, director of CPCC’s Transport Systems Technology Division. The automotive labs at the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology are used by the College’s BMW, Toyota, and General Motors training programs as well as for continuing education, safety inspection and emissions classes. More than 600 students received training last year. CPCC greatly appreciates the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association’s support. 17 Planned Giving gets 100 percent boost When William M. Claytor, chairman of the Planned Giving Committee of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors, issued a recent challenge to his newly-formed committee of eight members, little did he know the generosity of his group. Bill said, “The mission of our committee is to encourage friends of the College to include CPCC in their will or to make some kind of planned gift to the College; I would like for each of us to be the first to make this commitment.” The CPCC Foundation describes a planned gift as a gift for any purpose, deferred or outright, that requires a donor to consider his/her financial situation and/or estate plan along with philanthropic intent. All eight committee members rose to the challenge. Gift commitments exceeded $l,000,000 and included bequests, life insurance, an IRA transfer and designations of memorial gifts to CPCC at a donor’s death. One donor, who prefers not to be named, says, “My gift of life insurance allows me to give to a cause I am passionate about without jeopardizing my family’s inheritance. It’s a great way to give!” If you would like information on CPCC’s Planned Giving Program, please call 704.330.6869. Planned Giving Committee members are: William M. (Bill) Claytor, chairman; Madelyn Caple, Gary LaBrosse, George MacBain, Alisa McDonald, Kenneth (Ken) Samuelson, Edwin (Ed) Spears and James (Jim) Worrell. We appreciate everyone’s support. Anne and William “Bill” Claytor l. to r. Laurie Walker, Macon Griffin, Tony Zeiss, Ralph Pitts and Thomas “Tom” Blocker, member, Board of Directors, Greater Automobile Dealers Association, at dedication event CPCC Legacy Society Members Ms. Donna G. Apgar Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. G. Randolph & Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. W. Reade & Mrs. Sue Baker Mr. William M. & Mrs. Harriet Barnhardt Mr. James T. Bolt, Jr. & Mrs. Jennifer Bolt Estate of Mary F. Brokmeyer Ms. Julia F. Brotherton Mrs. Madelyn L. Caple Mr. Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Mr. William M. & Mrs. Anne E. Claytor Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Estate of Marta Garelik Estate of Lucille Puette Giles Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Dr. Richard H. Hagemeyer Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Estate of Gladys W. Hatch Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Estate of Mr. Billy M. Horton Dr. David L. Hunter Mr. Gary E. & Mrs. Cindy LaBrosse Ms. Brenda W. Lea Mrs. Georgia Jacquez Lewis & Mr. Robert Lewis Estate of Vernelle H. Little Mr. Vaughn C. Luckadoo Mr. R. Powell & Mrs. Dorothy Majors Mr. George MacBain, IV & Mrs. Carter MacBain Dr. Joseph B. McCoy, Jr. Mrs. Alisa A. McDonald Estate of Bettie W. McEwen Mr. Michael C. Moss Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Estate of Mary Goddard Pickens Mrs. Marzelle Reneé Prim & Mr. David Cole Dr. Russell J. Rogers, Jr. & Mrs. Margaret Rogers Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Ruth Samuelson Mr. Albert F. & Mrs. Marcia Sloan Mr. James B. & Mrs. Jan Sommers Mr. Robert Edwin & Mrs. Jacqueline Spears Estate of Clara McKay Stone Mrs. Maude T. Sudderth Estate of Ruth S. Taylor Mr. Edgar A. Terrell, Jr. & Mrs. Patricia Terrell Estate of Emily M. Tutwiler Dr. Spurgeon W. Webber, Jr. & Mrs. Loretta Webber Mr. William H. Williamson, III & Mrs. Pat Locke Williamson Mr. James R. Worrell, Sr. & Mrs. Nancy Worrell Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Estate of James Douglas Zeller Mr. Richard K. & Mrs. Gretchen Zollinger College honors Legacy Society members Fifty-eight inductees representing the inaugural class of the CPCC Legacy Society were recognized on January 31, 2008. In their honor, College leaders, trustees, and CPCC Foundation Board members gathered for a dinner on the stage of the College’s Halton Theater in the Overcash Center. “We are humbled by your commitment, and we are proud this evening to host CPCC’s first Legacy Society dinner to express our sincere gratitude for your support,” said College President Tony Zeiss, the evening’s host. Attendees enjoyed music from the College’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as well as from recent campus operas. Female inductees received a scarf featuring the Legacy Society’s recently adopted logo, and male inductees received neckties bearing the logo. The Legacy Society recognizes those who have made planned gifts to the College. This means members have named CPCC as a beneficiary of a will, life insurance policy, trust, gift annuity, or individual retirement account. Or they may have given real property or named the College as a recipient of memorial gifts. Brenda Lea, executive director of development, says, “Planned gifts are often thought of as deferred gifts, but some are current and are beneficial to donors in their financial and estate planning. It’s a win-win.” To learn more about planned giving and the Legacy Society, call Ms. Lea at 704.330.6869 or email brenda.lea@cpcc.edu. Confetti in the air at the Legacy Dinner 18 Mr. John M. Alexander Mr. John M. Alexander, Jr. Mr. Robert Andrew Baer, Jr. Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Dr. David Ballard Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Grace Barge Mr. Rodney Barge Mr. John Belk Mr. John D. Capers, Jr. Mr. Mathias P. Bernard Mrs. Lynn W. & Mr. Dick Crutchfield Ms. Marjorie Blankenship Ms. Martha L. Kisiah Mr. John Franklin Boyd, Jr. Mrs. Marianne B. Gore The Honorable Louise Brennan Mr. H. Martin Lancaster Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Staff Sargeant Lee Alan Brooks Anonymous Mrs. Janet Ammons Barker Ms. Kara Bosch Mr. Dwight D. Evans, Jr. Mrs. Claudia T. Fiest Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mrs. Veena G. Patel Mr. Malik K. Rahman Mrs. Madeline R. Schuler Ms. Laura Temples Mr. Scott Brown Mr. H. Carter Alden Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Amos, II Mrs. Barbara M. Ayers Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Barrineau Mr. Willliam A. Bosbyshell, Jr. Mrs. Patricia Bosworth-Jones Mr. David F. Bradshaw Ms. Alice D. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy D. Cooley Mr. and Mrs. John R. Cress Dr. Deborah G. Foushee Mr. Philip J. Frost Mr. Douglas Furman Mrs. Beverly K. Gilman Ms. Ann A. Hardin Ms. Elizabeth A. Hardin Mr. and Mrs. Wesley W. Harkins Mr. and Mrs. Lee C. Herbert Mr. Christopher C. Knebusch Mr. Donald M. Knebusch Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Lathan Mr. John E. Marr Mr. John W. McConnell Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. McKnight Mr. Fritz Y. Mercer, Jr. Mr. Richard B. Metzler Mr. James Hart Moore Mr. Robert W. Murphy Ms. Janice P. Navy Dr. and Mrs. Mark William Parker Mr. David N. Payne Ms. Tressa L. Pearson Mr. and Mrs. David L. Pond Ms. Kathleen D. Prokay Mr. Roy M. Redfern Ms. Katherine K. Richards Mr. A. E. Rogers Mrs. Mary S. Schmulling Ms. Cindy J. Speas Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Vaden Dr. G. Bryan and Ms. Rosemary Wall Mr. and Mrs. Winston W. Way, Jr. Mr. J. William Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Mark Williams Mr. Gene Bryant Mrs. Mary Lou & Mr. John S. Paschal Mrs. Barbara Werner Claiborne Mr. James W. Claiborne Mr. Carl Goldfarb Mr. E. Reid Hunter Ms. Connie Rogers MacCubbin Dr. James C. MacIntyre, II Mr. Brooks & Mrs. Laura Mayfield Mr. Thomas P. Moore Mr. Richard E. Orr Mr. Lewis E. Powell Ms. Phyllis Claiborne Stuart Ms. Anita P. Suttle Mr. Donald R. Spike Cofer Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Ms. Hariett Doar Ms. Dannye G. Powell Mrs. Mary Lou Mauney Gierch Mrs. Marianne B. Gore Mr. Kenneth & Mr. Ralph Gilland Mr. Reid P. Gilland Ms. Barbara P. Gorgon Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Eleanor Gossett Mr. and Mrs. Jim Campbell Mr. Charles Cleveland Helms Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. John Hess Mrs. Carol Jane Bryant Mr. & Mrs. Larry Deforest Ms. Caroline S. Herdle Mr. & Mrs. Francis J. Hess, Jr. Mr. James Hess Mr. R. Wayne Lowery Mr. Harry McGinn, Jr Ms. Janice Naples Shattinger Music Company Mrs. Joan S. Tate Mr. John G. Tate Mrs. Charlotte Hoover Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Ms. Alberta Hunicutt Mrs. Mary Lou Paschal Wright Hunter Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Ms. Claire M. Jackson Ms. Caroline M. Jackson Mr. Dave Johnson Mr. & Mrs. William M. Bruce Ms. Suzanne L. Crews Mr. Richard J. Fairclough Mrs. Kimberly Franceschi Ms. Mary Suzanne Gold Mr. Angelo Pizzagalli Ms. Jennifer V. Pizzagalli Mrs. Sharon & Mr. Michael Schwenk Ms. Sally J. Tourville Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Walton Mr. H. Thomas Webb, III Mrs. Patricia Ledford Mr. Jack A. Ledford Mr. Jim Lollis Mrs. Eleanor & Mr. Lee Rose Mr. R. Powell Majors Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. Phil A. Bechtold Ms. Dahal E. Bumgardner Mr. Lawrence A. Cobb Ms. Betty Cowan First Trust Bank, Mr. James T. Bolt Crosland, Inc., Mr. John Crosland, Jr. Ms. Carolyn Flynn Mr. J. Frank Gilreath, Jr. Mr. Thomas W. Glenn, III Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Craig Greer Mr. C. Richard Guiton Dr. Richard & Mrs. Virginia Hagemeyer Mrs. Jerri Haigler Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Ms. Lucielle G. Hunter Ms. Patricia B. Kelly Lance Foundation, Mr. Earl Leake Mr. & Mrs. William E. Loftin, Jr. Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. & Mrs. Pender R. McElroy Merrill Lynch, Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mrs. Pauline L. Mickle Dr. Leland M. Park Dr. W. Joseph Porter Mr. David W. Rhew Rodgers Builders, Mrs. Patricia Rodgers Rotary Club of Charlotte, Inc., Mr. Luther Moore Mr. Willie E. Royal Mr. and Mrs. Albert F. Sloan Mr. and Mrs. A. Zachary Smith, III Mr. Joseph T. Summer Memorial gifts Memorial and Honor gifts Memorial and honor gifts allow donors a special way to remember family and friends. Some CPCC donors make a provision for gifts to be made to the College at their passing, or their families make the request. Other donors make gifts of appreciation in honor of someone who has made a difference in their lives, for a birthday, anniversary, Christmas, or other special occasion. Honor and memorial gifts are a thoughtful way to give. 19 Mrs. Rosemary Wall and Dr. Bryan Wall celebrate their birthdays each December by having a party in their home, and guests bring gifts for the Scott Brown Scholarship Fund at CPCC. Helping other students is a thoughtful remembrance of Scott, a family friend, and CPCC is very grateful to all involved. Mr. S. Lance Van Every Mr. Charles A. Williams Mrs. Blanche S. Sherrill Ms. Elizabeth Dell Martin Ms. Nita Rochel Mr. Lewell Lew O. McCullough Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Ms. Janet McGill Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. & Mrs. Danilo F. & Rosa Q. Mesa Mrs. Ilia M. Lively Mr. Lee Middleton Mr. Herbert Middleton, III Ms. Dorothy Montague Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Edna Thrower Morris Mrs. Marie Pendley Ms. Mary Armand Nash Ms. Elizabeth Nash Corzine Miss Anne S. Nash Mr. Gene Neal Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. Flake A. Parker Mrs. Betty Jean Parker Mr. J. B. Parker Ms. Laura Bazan Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Mr. Frank Granger Ms. Lane Grann-Stahl Ms. Scarlett Hollingsworth Ms. Rita Lee Ms. Elaine Olenik Mr. Jerry Pickler Mr. Eric Price Ms. Erin Reed Ms. Barbara Skinner Ms. Karen Streppa Ms. Teraisa Tucker Dr. Libby Vagnoni James H. Peck, Sr. Mrs. Gail J. Peck Mr. Ralph Petree Ms. Sallie McAfee Petree Mr. Thomas Pfahlert Mr. Peter J. Baumberger, Jr. Mr. Kenneth L. Compton, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth B. Dunford Mrs. M. E. Hessberg John Gauthier Marketing Support Service, Inc. Mr. Robert A. Kent Mrs. Jeanne A. Lesniewicz Mrs. Sandy Pfahlert Mr. Jay Orrin Potter Mr. & Mrs. J. Douglas Singleton Mrs. Denise H. Wells Ms. Sherry R. Williams Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Mr. George Jimmie Pourlos Mr. William D. Atwill Mr. Ernest Prevette Mrs. Elizabeth M. Wells Ms. Jean Rayburn Mrs. Judith Rayburn Daniel Ms. Janet Robinson Mr. Major B. Harding Mr. Michael Scott Sawicki Mr. Charles A. & Mrs. Priscilla S. Sawicki L. R. Sides Mr. W. Roddye Caudle Mr. Roy Smart Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Thomas Wayne Smith Ms. Sandra S. Osborne Mr. Jack Stern Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mrs. Betty Fay Smith Toglia Mrs. Myra W. Boswell Mrs. Esther Watson Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mr. Steve Welsh Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Elizabeth S. Williams Mrs. Ann W. Campanella Ms. Amy Dodds Wilson Ms. Marilyn C. Wilson Ms. Carmen Worsley Mr. Robert B. Roberts Ms. Myra Arbuckle Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mrs. Ann Pelton Babcock Ms. Catherine Babcock Cranor Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Edwards, II Ms. Anne C. Baird Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Jon Bass Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Nick & Mrs. Darlene Beard Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Evelyn Marie Beiderbecke Mr. Bruce J. Beiderbecke Mr. Greg Bellamy Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. Wallace E. Boswell Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. & Mrs. James Campbell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. James & Susan Campbell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Joseph Carbon Mr. R. Michael Herran Central High School Class of 1956 Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Central High School 1951 Senior Class Officers Mrs. Nancy B. Pfeiffer Central High School ‘56 Gals’ Lunch Bunch Mrs. Marie Pendley Dr. Bessie Chronaki Trudy Cox Ms. Christine D. McCullough Cofer Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Mr. Bud & Mrs. Trudy Cox Dr. Bessie Chronaki CPCC Television Staff Mr. David W. Rhew Dr. Chris Folk Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mrs. Betty Fuller Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Sharon Gossett Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. and Mrs. Jim Campbell Ms. Linda Griffith Mrs. Jerri Haigler Mr. Jerry & Mrs. Sondra Haley Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Sondra Haley Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. Erskine Harkey, Jr. and Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Harkey Mr. Scott Harkey Ms. Peggy Rasberry Patterson Mrs. Roxanne Holt-Watson Newell Presbyterian Church Ms. Irene Honeycutt Mr. Robert L. Gossett Ms. Loweda B. Green Ms. Diana B. Pinckney Mrs. Anna Lynn & Mr. Henry Kearse Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Cormac & Jack McCarthy Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. Clyde & Mrs. Anne Medearis Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie C. Winter Mrs. Betty & Mr. Joe Millsaps Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Ms. Mildred Graham Mullins Ms. Marguerite J. Muse Ms. Marguerite Muse Mr. George N. Payne, Jr. Mr. Thomas & Mrs. Patricia Norman Mr. Benjamin R. Kuhn Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Dell Mr. Robert L. Gossett Mr. & Mrs. Bill Parker Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mrs. Jimmie & Mr. Doug Patton Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. & Mrs. Norman Pease Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. Ralph Pitts Mr. Richard A. Schneider Mrs. Elizabeth Ross Ms. Janice Valder Mr. & Mrs. Bob Smith Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mr. Mark Spisak Mr. R. Michael Herran UNC School of Dentistry Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Macomson Mr. Gene VanCuren Mr. Gene L. VanCuren Ms. Diane Wheeler Ms. Jo R. Best Dr. P. Anthony Zeiss Mr. Byron L. Bullard, FACHE Memorial gifts cont. Honor gifts Christa Overcash is a steadfast friend and generous benefactor of the College. Her family’s name graces facilities and programs. This year, Mrs. Overcash generously gave the necessary funds for a stage lift in the Dale F. Halton Theater in the Christa and Reece A. Overcash Academic and Performing Arts Center. She also became a Puccini Society member of Central Piedmont’s Opera Theatre Program, which provides unique, high-quality training opportunities for future generations of opera performers and theater professionals. “CPCC would not be where it is today without Christa Overcash,” College President Tony Zeiss says. “With the naming of the Overcash Center, Christa put CPCC on the map. People notice the collegiate look of the campus now. And, this building serves as home to the Halton Theater that seats 1,020 people, to the Allen and Barbara Tate Hall, to the Time Warner Student Commons area, and to many other student services.” Dr. Zeiss went on to say the Christa A. Overcash Nursing Program is also tremendously important at CPCC. In cooperation with Charlotte’s hospitals, CPCC trains more than 50 nurses each year; and in view of a national nursing shortage, is being asked to expand the nursing program. The Overcash Nursing Program is recognized for its high quality instruction and passing rate on licensing examinations. Mrs. Overcash also serves as a member of the CPCC Foundation Board of Directors. Tommy Norman, president of the Foundation, says, “We can never thank Mrs. Overcash enough for her support of the College. Central Piedmont is a much better place because she’s our friend.” CPCC a much better school because of Overcash family A great friend of the College, Christa Overcash 20 Producer’s Circle ($500 and Over) Anonymous Ms. Kay Cole & Mr. Sandy Archer Mrs. Claudia W. Belk Mr. J. Frank & Mrs. Sissy Bowers R. T. Dooley Construction Co., Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Mr. & Mrs. Edgar M. Geddie, Jr. Mr. Ronald L. & Mrs. Katherine Harper Mr. & Mrs. Gary E. LaBrosse Kaye Bernard McGarry, M.Ed. Ms. Faye M. McLamb Drs. Elaine & Thomas Pacicco Ms. Martha R. 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Hodges Mr. & Mrs. Robert Honeycutt Mr. & Mrs. Charles Ibach, Jr. Dr. J. L. Kasparek, ACES Ms. Nancy Foltz & Dr. Rick Kleinmann Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Ms. Sandra T. Lare Mr. Jack A. Ledford, In memory of Patricia Ledford New Starmount Interest, LLC/ Mr. & Mrs. Abraham Luski Mr. James C. & Mrs. Mary Katherine Lykowski Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Steven C. McCurdy Mr. & Mrs. William N. McFadden Mr. William F. McLaughlin Mrs. Jill O. & Mr. Wayne Nelson Mrs. Mary Lou & Mr. John S. Paschal Mr. LeRoy & Mrs. Nancy Prichard Mr. James R. Putnam Mr. Lee M. Rea Ms. Antoinette Rick Mr. Nicholas A. Rizos Mr. Tom & Mrs. Kay Rogers Mr. & Mrs. B. Alan & Mrs. Alethia Ross Mr. Richard L. Shores Mr. Charles Peter Straman Ms. Daphne Taylor Mrs. Susan E. & Mr. David Thomas Dr. Ret S. & Mrs. Diane Turner Mr. Thomas T. & Mrs. Sarah Turner Mrs. Nancy J. & Mr. Danny Watts Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf & Mr. Allen Wolf Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Patron’s Circle ($75 to $199) Anonymous A Closet Full/ Ms. Linda Moneta Mrs. Polly & Mr. William Russell Adkins Ms. Alice L. Ainsworth Ms. Debra Alzner & Mr. James Martin Mr. & Mrs. Terence Andre Mrs. Carroll Hicks & Mr. Harold Backman Ms. Suzanne & Mr. George Baillie Ms. Ellen A. Bank Ms. Linda Lycan Barnett Mrs. Katherine W. & Mr. Harry Barr Mrs. Ruth G. & Mr. William Bendel Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. James D. & Mrs. Evelyn Blankenship Ms. Betsy John Blount Mr. Erwin H. Bokelkamp Mr. Jon S. & Mrs. Leigh Boyce Mr. William J. & Mrs. Noreen Breece Mrs. Elizabeth W. & Mr. Kenneth Bridges Mr. John C. & Mrs. Donna Brinton Mrs. Judith Brown Mr. James J. & Mrs. Becky Bruening Mr. David H. & Mrs. Patricia Buetow Mr. Jack & Mrs. Laura Burger Mr. Donald & Mrs. Priscilla Bynum Mrs. Diane Cameron Dr. Joe H. & Mrs. Linda Camp Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Charlinha Caraway Mr. Conrad & Mrs. Barbara Carter Mrs. Peggy H. & Mr. Ken Cherry Mr. & Mrs. Allen Childers Dr. & Mrs. Jerry W. Childress Mrs. Mary Ann & Mr. Andrew Chopko Mr. Brian Michael Chundrlik Mr. Robert J. & Mrs. Ellen Cinq-Mars Mrs. Carol A. & Mr. Salvatore Ciresi Mrs. Mary F. Cloran Ms. Diann Sawyers & Mr. Vance Cockerham Ms. Colleen S. Colbert Mr. Charles & Mrs. Sandra Contor Mr. Ralph E. Covington, Jr. Cowan’s Investigative Service/ Mr. Allen Cowan Ms. Regina Curl Ms. Suzanne S. Davis Ms. Betty & Mr. Carl deBrosse Ms. Edith Strickland-DeLaine Mr. and Mrs. Francis Detchemendy Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mr. Harvey C. Eden Ms. Margaret Efird Mr. & Mrs. Charles R. Elgin Mr. Milton G. Emery, Jr. & Mrs. Margaret Emery Mr. Chris & Mrs. Diane Fanelty Mr. Kennieth & Mrs. Evelyn Farrar Ms. Bennie Jenkins Ficklen Mr. William F. Ford, III & Judy & Roberta Ford Ms. Karen H. Gennosa Mr. & Mrs. Walter Wallace Getz Mr. Robert H. Goodell Mr. Robert L. Gossett & Ms. Sharon Gossett Mr. Clyde H. Green Dr. Jerry & Mrs. Kathryn Greenhoot Mr. Julius V. Griffith, Jr. Mr. G. Mitchell & Mrs. Judy Hagler Mrs. Jerri & Mr. Eddie Haigler Mr. & Mrs. Edward W. Halliburton, Jr. Ms. Rebecca J. & Mr. Wayne Hallman Ms. Amanda Harmon Ms. Deborah Harrelson Mr. & Mrs. J. R. Heavner Ms. Pat Heiss & Mr. Ben Furman Mr. Brian L. Hensley Mr. Harry R. & Mrs. Betty Herr Mrs. Juanita N. & Mr. Jim Hicks Mr. & Mrs. David R. Hill Ms. Nancy Holtkamp Mr. Jay B. & Mrs. Frances Huff Dr. David L. Hunter Ms. Louise H. Hutchinson Mr. Rolf K. & Mrs. Carol Jaeger Mr. & Mrs. Robert Johnson Dr. Cynthia W. & Mr. Kirk Johnston Mr. Arthur L. Jones Mr. Herbert D. & Mrs. Barbara Joyner Mr. Frank Kalian Mr. Andrew E. Kalnik Mr. John & Mrs. Angie Kelly Mrs. Katherine Line Kelly Mr. James L. & Mrs. Patti Kelly Mr. & Mrs. Wayne G. Kerkhoff Dr. and Mrs. William P. Kerns, II Mr. Joe E. & Mrs. Mary Ann Ketner Ms. Linda Y. & Mr. Dick Koch Phil & Nancy Lambeth, Harkey Lambeth Law Firm CPCC Theatre Supporters The College’s Theatre is a significant cultural and educational resource for Charlotte-Mecklenburg. It is the only theatrical orga-nization in the region that provides both outstanding productions for the public and professional development and education for people pursuing theatrical careers. Theatre supporters enable CPCC to provide this rich and unique learning environment, and we are very appreciative. 21 Thoroughly Modern Millie, the musical Mr. John E. & Mrs. Mary Hill Lane Mrs. Catherine & Mr. Tommy Lawing, Sr. Mrs. Madeline & Mr. Joseph Lerme Mr. George P. Lewis Ms. Ruth S. Lloyd Mr. C. V. & Mrs. Anne Lowdermilk Ms. Carolyn M. Lyons Ms. Maxie L. May Mr. Brooks & Mrs. Laura Mayfield Mr. John W. McAlister, Jr. & Mrs. Eugenia McAlister Ms. Marie S. McBride Mrs. Dana Bircher & Mr. Zak McClellan Mr. Scott & Mrs. Lynn Stevens McDowell Mrs. Merrie D. & Mr. Peter McGrath Mrs. Anne D. & Mr. Dick McMackin Mr. Bryan D. McSwain Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. Medlin Mr. David & Ms. Karen Miller Ms. Wilma B. Miller Mrs. Jacqueline Brown & Mr. Ken Miller Ms. M. Marie Mitchell Ms. Anna K. Moeller Mr. & Mrs. Thomas M. & Mrs. Virgina B. Moore Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Morris Ms. Ginger Morse & Mr. Adam & David Moore Ms. Shirley P. Murdock Mr. Sidney L. & Mrs. Virginia Neely Dr. Leland M. Park Mr. & Mrs. Charles B. Patterson Mrs. Esther S. & Mr. Sam Powell Mr. & Mrs. Francis C. Pray Mrs. Barbara T. & Mr. Garth Radley Mr. Russell T. & Mrs. Andrea Reed Ms. Francine Scevers Mrs. Peggy & Mr. Henry C. Schatz Mrs. Emily & Mr. Patrick Schell Mr. William M. Scott Ms. Susanne Sellers Mr. Edward N. Seltzer Mr. Donald H. & Mrs. Gee Shore Mrs. Leesa C. & Mr. Todd Sluder Mrs. Audree M. & Mr. Martin Spatz Mr. Harry W. & Mrs. Jean Stanhope Mr. William D. & Mrs. Kathryn Stapleton Ms. Betty A. Stathis The Stein Family Mrs. Pat & Mr. Lewis Sullivan Mr. Joseph F. & Mrs. Kathy Sweeney Dr. & Mrs. James M. Tart Mrs. Jane H. Taylor Mrs. Ann S. Terry Dr. & Mrs. Alan Thalinger Ms. Jayne F. Thomas Mr. H. A. & Mrs. Lucille Thompson Ms. June & Ms. Teresa Todd Ms. Patricia Joan Tubbs Mr. Harold E. & Mrs. Janice Uttley Ms. Sue O. Veach Colonel (Ret.) David L. & Mrs. Kay Wagner Mrs. Bettie Lou & Mr. Joel Webster Mr. Don B. & Mrs. Madge White Mr. and Mrs. J. Roger White Mr. & Mrs. Jack White, Sr. Mr. Charles Sherwin Williams Mr. James & Mrs. Joanne Yurchison Friends (Up to $75) Ms. Patricia Glass Browning Ms. Ann A. Hardin Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Mr. Peter J. Nolan Ms. Paula Rapp Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Ms. Jackie D. Phillips CPCC Theatre Supporters continued 22 The Children of Eden A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum $500,000 and over The Merancas Foundation $100,000 to $499,999 The Belk Foundation The Cato Corporation Crowder Construction Company The Dickson Foundation, Inc. The Duke Energy Foundation The Hall Group The James J. Harris & Angelia M. Harris Foundation Hendrick Automotive Group Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc. Wachovia Bank, N A Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Foundation $50,000 to $99,999 Altria Group, Inc. Avenir Foundation/Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Erwin Charles L. & Doris M. Fonville Foundation The R. A. Overcash, Jr. Family Foundation $25,000 to $49,999 AT&T North Carolina Carolina Tractor & Equipment Company O’Herron Foundation, Inc., Mr. Thomas E. Norman & Mrs. Patricia O’Herron Norman Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. James B. Sommers SunTrust Bank, Inc./Suntrust Mecklenburg/South Carolina Group Foundation Vulcan Materials Company $10,000 to $24,999 Allen Tate Foundation Arrowood Association AT&T Foundation The Ayco Charitable Foundation Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Culbertson Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr. Dowd Foundation, Inc. Fuji Photo Film USA, Inc. Goodrich Corporation Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers, Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Dr. Walton S. Peery, III Save the Montagnard People Educational Foundation Ms. Katherine Sparrow & Mr. Donald Tyson $5,000 to $9,999 Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. Bridgestone/Firestone Concrete Supply Company D.F. Halton Foundation, Inc. Firebird Arts Alliance, Inc. Lance Foundation Rodgers Builders Simonini Builders, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. William H. Williamson, III $1,000 to $4,999 ABC of the Carolinas, Inc. Mr. James W. & Mrs. Judith N. Allison Allscape Incorporated Mr. and Mrs. J. Steele Alphin Alwinell Foundation American Society of Highway Engineers Anonymous Ms. Debbie C. Arant-O’Connor Assistance League of Charlotte Mr. David Auger Mr. & Mrs. Calvin W. Aurand, Jr. Mr. James G. Babb Mr. Richard R. Babcock Bahakel Communications Bank of America Charitable Foundation Bank of America Philanthropic Management Bartlett Tree Foundation Mr. Jon Bass Bishop George E. Battle, Jr. Mrs. Claudia Belk Belk, Inc. - Central Division Bobcats Sports & Entertainment Mr. James T. Bolt, Jr. & Mrs. Jennifer Bolt Dr. Michael Borchardt Mr. Craig Bove Branch Banking & Trust Company Mr. Tom Browne Carolinas AGC, Inc. Carolinas Investment Consulting, LLC Carolinas Golf Foundation Mr. Wayland H. Cato, III Charlotte Iris Society Citi Smith Barney Community Foundation of Gaston County, Inc. Computer & Communications Industry Association Dr. Marcia L. Conston Mrs. Jane Cooper Mr. Wayne Cooper CST Environmental, Inc. Mr. Robert I. Dalton, Jr. Mrs. Janey Disher Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Mr. David J. Dzuricky Executive Women International Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund First Trust Bank Mr. Ellis T. Fisher Fluent Language Solutions, Inc. Follett Higher Education Group The FWA Group, PA Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Mr. Eugene L. Griffin, Jr. Mrs. Jerri Haigler Mr. Erskine L. Harkey, Jr. & Mrs. Betty Harkey Mr. Cameron M. Harris Hatcher Law Group The Honorable Robin Hayes Hendrick Motorsports Home Builders Association of Charlotte Independent Insurance Agents Charlotte/Mecklenburg Jewish Community Foundation Mr. Joseph D. Johnson, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Edwin L. Jones, Jr. Mrs. Laura Stuart Kasay Kiwanis Club of Charlotte La Noticia, Mrs. Hilda Gurdian & Mr. Alvaro Gurdian Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Mr. Scott C. Lea Legacy Real Estate Advisors Mr. & Mrs. David A. Lewis Mr. John W. Luby M633, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Macomson Mr. Kendrick W. Mattox, III Mrs. Kathryn Bernard McGarry, M.Ed. McGuireWoods LLP Mecklenburg County Farm Bureau Mecklenburg County Master Gardeners Dr. & Mrs. T. Lawrence Mellichamp Merrill Lynch Metrolina Masonry Assoication Mint Hill Women’s Club Craig W. Murray, DDS, PA Mrs. Beatrice M. Myers NARI of Greater Charlotte, Inc. NC Home Builders Association NORCOM Development, Inc. Nucor Corporation Mrs. Mary Lou Paschal Ms. Pamela M. Pearson Piedmont Club Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Ralph A. Pitts Dr. W. Joseph Porter Professional Construction Estimators Association Mr. Malik K. Rahman Dr. I. Ravi Rao Mr. and Mrs. James H. Rhodes Mr. & Mrs. Patrick C. Riley Mr. Michael B. Roads Robert Pittenger Co., Inc. William S. Roberts, MD Dr. & Mrs. Russell J. Rogers, Jr. Rotary Club of Charlotte, Inc. Mr. Charles A. & Mrs. Priscilla S. Sawicki Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Shaw Dr. Ruth Shaw Mr. & Mrs. Albert F. Sloan Mr. Kennett Smith Mr. William T. Smith Snover Properties Mr. & Mrs. Robert Edwin Spears Steel Fab, Inc. The Original Pancake House Ms. Nancy Barnhardt Thomas Tod Thorne & Associates, Inc. Mrs. Wanda P. Towler Tricor, Inc. Mr. Gene Tucker, III Ms. Melissa Vrana Vulcan Materials Company Wachovia Foundation Matching Gifts Program Wachovia Nonprofit & Philanthropic Services Mr. Wesley Walls Ms. Loretta C. Wertheimer Mr. William A. White, Jr. Mr. W. Ralph Whitley Mr. Jeffrey M. Yoh Mr. Bryan Zeiss Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss $500 to $999 Mr. Frederick P. Adams Ms. Kay Cole Archer Mr. Willie Lee Atkins Back International, LLC BE&K Building Group, LLC Mr. Bruce J. Beiderbecke The Blumenthal Foundation Mr. J. Frank Bowers Mr. David L. Bristol & Ms. Kirsi Enckell Mrs. Keris Fort Brown Mr. Christopher A. Butlak Mr. L. Doug Carroll Concorde Construction Company Construction Financial Management Association CPCC Student Government Association Ms. Beverly H. Dickson Mr. Buddy Dixon Mr. Richard J. Fairclough Mrs. Valerie E. Fox Mrs. Sarah Belk Gambrell Dr. Melvin Gay Mr. Edgar M. Geddie, Jr. Mr. Robert L. Gossett Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church Dr. Richard H. & Mrs. Virginia Hagemeyer Mr. Scott & Mrs. Jane Harkey Mr. Ronald L. & Mrs. Katherine Harper Holiday Dental Conference Foundation Mr. Benjamin R. Kuhn L.T. Mechanical, Inc. Mrs. Susanne S. Lewis Mr. Louis O. Lineberger, Jr. Dr. Terri Manning Mattel Children’s Foundation Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Ms. Faye M. McLamb Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Metrolina Walls & Ceiling Association, Inc. Metropolitan Business & Professional Women’s Organization Microsoft Corporation Montibello Garden Club Mr. Richard Nance Ms. Susan B. Oleson Dr. Elaine Grammer Pacicco Dr. Sue Peck Mrs. Sandy Pfahlert Phoenix Building Systems Piedmont Daylily Club Piedmont Natural Gas Corporate Contributions Mr. Angelo Pizzagalli Mr. Scott Pope R. T. Dooley Construction Co., Inc. Mr. Kenneth R. & Mrs. Ruth Culbertson Samuelson Shade-A-Plenty Mobile Home Park Shattinger Music Company Ms. Martha R. Short Smith Turf & Irrigation Company Mrs. Mary Tunstall Staton Dr. Paul R. Steadman Mr. Joseph T. Summer Ms. Laura Temples Dr. Paul Vadnais Mr. Hamlin Wade Mr. Fred A. Wagner, III Watson Electrical Construction Company, LLC Dr. Kenneth J. Welch Mr. Juan Whipple Ms. Beverly C. Whiteside Dr. C. V. & Mrs. Carrie Winter Mrs. Carrie C. Winter $250 to $499 American Culinary Federation, Inc., Charlotte Chapter Ms. Barbara J. Avard Mrs. Diann P. Back Mr. Philip Jackson Baugh, Jr. Mr. Keith Beam Boda Plumbing, Inc. Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Ms. June Gottlieb Brown Mr. Walter W. Burazer Carolina Energy Solutions, LLC Charlotte Paint Company Charlotte Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Mr. James E. Clay, III Mr. Frank C. Cockinos Commencement Specialists, Inc. Mr. Kenneth L. Compton, Jr. Mrs. Susan M. Creech Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority Mr. Clyde Cupples Ms. Jean Detchemendy Mr. David J. Dietrich Mr. William T. Dillon Dr. Charles Blair & Associates, Inc. Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mrs. Dee Ferrell Eaker Dr. William F. Fishbaugh, Jr. Mr. A. Otto Funderburk, Jr. Mr. Michael M. Ganzert Ms. Edith Northrup Gilbert Mrs. Patricia Godley Mrs. Marianne B. Gore Mr. Douglas A. Graham Mr. J. Randall Groves Mr. Larry Harmon Mr. Bingham Hefner Mr. John Henderson Dr. Dennis L. Hill Mr. Charles Land Hite, Jr. & Mrs. Laura Anne Hite Mr. Robert & Mrs. Linda Honeycutt Mr. Barry Houser Mr. E. Reid Hunter Mr. Charles R. Ibach, Jr. Dr. Cynthia W. Johnston Mr. William A. Long, Sr. John C. Marous, Jr. & Lucine O.B. Marous Foundation Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Steven C. McCurdy Dr. Clinton E. & Dr. Edith V. McElroy Mr. William N. McFadden Mr. R. T. McLaughlin Mr. William F. McLaughlin Metrolina Minority Contractors’ Association National Association of Women in Construction Mr. Stephen S. Nelson Newell Presbyterian Church Norfolk Southern Charitable Match Trust Owens Carolina Orthotic & Prosthetic Network Mr. James R. Putnam Ms. Antoinette Rick Mr. Nicholas A. Rizos Robinson Woods Garden Club Mr. Audwin L. Ross Mr. R. Downie Saussy, Jr. Mr. Cecil Smith, Jr. Mr. Charles Peter Straman Ms. Maha Swede Ms. Daphne Taylor Dr. & Mrs. Luther I. Wade, III Mrs. Nancy J. Watts Mr. and Mrs. Ronald D. Williams Mrs. Suzanne T. Williams Ms. Marjorie A. Wilson Mrs. Marcella McIntyre Withrow Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf Mr. Richard K. Zollinger $100 to $249 Dr. Anthony S. Abbott Mrs. Bonnie W. Adams Ms. Alice L. Ainsworth Mr. Gordon G. Alford Ms. Connie L. Allen Ms. Debra Alzner Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Amos, II Mr. Robert P. Anderson Mrs. Ann P. Babcock Mrs. Carroll Hicks Backman Ms. Suzanne Baillie Mr. Reade and Mrs. Sue Baker Mr. Rodney Barge Mr. Edward William Bates, II Mr. Andrew T. Bayman Ms. Mary G. Belk Mr. Emerson Bell Mr. Donald R. Belle Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) 23 Ms. Jo R. Best Mr. Lawrence M. Bjorson Mrs. Elizabeth B. Blair Mr. James D. Blankenship Ms. Betsy John Blount Mr. Raymond K. Boardman Mr. Erwin H. Bokelkamp Mrs. Myra W. Boswell Mrs. Cindy Brewer Mrs. Virginia W. Brien Ms. Alice D. Brown Ms. Anise Key Brown Mr. Byron L. Bullard, FACHE Ms. Dahal E. Bumgardner Ms. Gloria Burns Mrs. Karen S. Callahan Mrs. Diane Cameron Dr. Joe H. Camp Mr. John D. Capers, Jr. Mrs. Amanda P. Capobianchi Mr. Kenneth R. Caraway Mr. & Mrs. Conrad Carter Ms. Marsha Knott Carter Charlotte Drywall, Inc. Mrs. Peggy H. Cherry Dr. Jerry Childress Mrs. Mary Ann Chopko Ms. Lucy Davis Christopher Mr. John E. Clark Mr. Brent Clevenger Mrs. Mary F. Cloran Mrs. Rosa G. Clyburn Mr. Lawrence A. Cobb Mrs. Diann Sawyers Cockerham Ms. Colleen S. Colbert Mr. Robert S. Coleman Mrs. Lois Ann Cotton Ms. Catherine Covington-East Cowan’s Investigative Services Ms. Catherine Babcock Cranor Crosland, Inc. Mrs. Lynn W. & Mr. Dick Crutchfield Ms. Regina Curl Mr. Dwight J. Davis Mrs. Rita R. Dawkins Mr. and Mrs. Francis Detchemendy Ms. Mary Dimos Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Edwards, II Ms. Margaret Efird Mr. and Mrs. David R. Enna Environamics Mr. Chris Fanelty Mr. George Ray Faulk, Jr. Mr. John Greg Fell Mrs. Claudia T. Fiest Mrs. Mary Emory Fisher Mr. Otis Floyd Ms. Carolyn Flynn Mr. John Myles Fortson Ms. Eileen M. Friars Mr. Philip J. Frost Mr. Douglas Furman Ms. Jane Basinger Gage Mr. Edward D. Gagnon Mr. Judson Gee Ms. Karen H. Gennosa Mr. Walter Wallace Getz Dr. Mahalakshmi S. Gingrich Mr. Robert H. Goodell Mr. Shelton Gorelick Dr. Samuel A. Graham, III Mr. M. Berry Grant Mr. Clyde H. Green Ms. Loweda B. Green Dr. Jerry Greenhoot Dr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Griffin Mr. William H. Griffin Mr. Julius V. Griffith, Jr. Mr. C. Richard Guiton Mr. G. Mitchell Hagler Mrs. Vivian Hailey Mr. Major B. Harding Harkey Lambeth Law Firm Ms. Amanda Harmon Ms. Paula H. Harvey Ms. Kim Heffernan Ms. Patricia Heiss Mr. Mark E. Helms Mr. Brian L. Hensley Mr. Harry R. Herr Mr. R. Michael Herran Mr. & Mrs. Francis J. Hess, Jr. Mr. James Hess Mrs. M. E. Hessberg Ms. Eileen Hickey Mr. Gerald Hieronymus Mr. Justin K. Higgins Ms. Deanna S. Highe Mr. George R. Hodges Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Ms. Katharyn Horne Mr. Jack Huckabee Ms. Ruth Huey Ms. Lucielle G. Hunter Ms. Debora B. Hutchins Ms. Louise H. Hutchinson IBM International Foundation Mrs. Sofiya B. Ivanova Mr. Charles Ives Mr. Rolf K. Jaeger Ms. Sonya Jarrett Reverend Renato S. Jesalva Mr. Arthur L. Jones Mr. Herbert D. Joyner Ms. Mary Karriker Dr. J. L. Kasparek, ACES Mr. William E. Keenan Mr. James L. Kelly Mr. John C. Kelly Mrs. Katherine Line Kelly Mr. Wayne G. Kerkhoff Dr. and Mrs. William P. Kerns, II Mr. Joe E. Ketner Mr. Daniel J. King Mrs. Anita H. Kirby Mr. Paul Kitchen Dr. Richard E. Kleinmann Mr. Robert V. Knight, Jr. Ms. Linda Y. Koch Mrs. Helen Kolman Mrs. Mary L. Kotsokalis Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Ms. Mary N. Kratt Mr. Paul Kurzeja Mr. Fred & Mrs. Sidney Lancaster Mr. John E. & Mrs. Mary Hill Lane Mrs. Catherine Lawing & Mr. Thomas R. 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Shores Ms. Lesley Shroyer Mr. Levester Smarr Mr. and Mrs. A. Zachary Smith, III Mr. Joseph Sedwick Sollers, III Mrs. Audree M. Spatz Mr. Hugh B. Sproul, IV Mr. Harry W. Stanhope Mr. William D. Stapleton Ms. Betty A. Stathis Mr. Robert M. Stein Mr. Barry D. Stokes Ms. Phyllis Claiborne Stuart Mr. Joseph F. Sweeney Mr. Richard C. Taft Mrs. Andrea Taggart Dr. James M. Tart Mr. John G. Tate Mr. Richard A. Taylor Ms. Janice R. Teeter Ms. Ann S. Terry Mrs. Susan Thomas Mr. H. A. Thompson Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Ms. Diep Tong Ms. Cynthia M. Tubbs Dr. Peter L. Tucker .com Design Options Ret S. Turner, DDS Mr. Thomas T. Turner Turner Consulting, LLC Mr. Harold E. Uttley Ms. Libby Vagnoni Mr. S. Lance Van Every Van Hoy, Reutlinger, Adams & Dunn Mr. Gene L. VanCuren Ms. Sue O. Veach Ms. Karen H. Verryt Mrs. Mary Vickers-Koch Colonel (Ret.) David L. Wagner Ms. Doris Virginia Walker Ms. Kathy C. Watkins Mrs. Elizabeth M. Wells Mr. J. William Wheeler Mrs. Barbara L. Whitt Mrs. Lynn M. Williams Mr. James McLeod Wilson Ms. Marilyn C.Wilson Ms. Peggy Daniel Young Mr. James Yurchison Up to $100 Ms. Kay Abernathy Mrs. Carol Sams Adams Mr. Phil Adams Mr. Joe W. Adkins Mrs. Polly Adkins Mr. H. Carter Alden Ms. Lori A. Alexander Mr. John M. Alexander, Jr. Mrs. Margaret Anderson Allison Ms. Sarah P. Altman Mrs. Evon K. Ammons Mr. Terence A. Andre Mr. Tom Anthony Ms. Kimberly M. Arlia Ms. Brenda B. Armentrout Ms. Terri L. Ashcraft Ms. Kathryn Ashworth Ms. Mavis Atchison Mr. William Atwill Mrs. Barbara M. Ayers Mr. Robert W. Bagley Mr. David Baker Ms. Mona H. Baker Ms. Ellen A. Bank Mrs. Janet Ammons Barker Ms. Linda Lycan Barnett Mrs. Katherine W. Barr Ms. Jane S. Barrett Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Barrineau Mr. Peter J. Baumberger, Jr. Ms. Laura Bazan Mr. Phil A. Bechtold Ms. Carol D. Begley Mrs. Ruth G. Bendel Ms. Peggy M. Blackney Ms. Stella J. Bommarito Ms. Kia L. Bonaparte Mr. Willliam A. Bosbyshell, Jr. Ms. Kara Bosch Mrs. Patricia Bosworth-Jones Mr. Jon S. 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Collin Ms. Carol Collins Ms. Marcia T. Colson Ms. Mary Frances Comer Ms. Sandra Contor Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy D. Cooley Ms. Elizabeth Nash Corzine Mrs. Genie P. Cotner Mr. Ralph E. Covington, Jr. Ms. Betty Cowan Mrs. Julie Ann Cox Ms. Trudy Cox Mrs. Monica P. Crawford Mr. and Mrs. John R. Cress Ms. Suzanne L. Crews Mrs. Sally B. Crosby Mr. Taylor Croy Mr. John E. Culp Ms. Windi Renee Curkendall Mrs. Tanya Currie-Richards Ms. Catharine Curtis Ms. Elizabeth D. Daniel Mrs. Judith Rayburn Daniel Ms. Ina Davenport Mrs. Marilee L. Davis Ms. Suzanne S. Davis Ms. Paula Day Ms. Betty deBrosse Mr. & Mrs. Larry Deforest Mrs. Edith S. DeLaine Mr. Timothy Dienes Dr. Lois W. Dixon Mr. John Paul Duke Ms. Lucie Baxter Dulin Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth B. Dunford Ms. Linda Eddy Mr. Harvey C. Eden Ms. Vivian Edwards Ms. Kathleen Funderburke Eldredge Mr. Charles R. Elgin Mr. Lindsey Embrey Ms. Patricia G. Emch 24 Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) Mr. Milton G. Emery, Jr. Ms. Carol B. Ethridge Mr. Dwight D. Evans, Jr. Mrs. Evelyn U. Farrar Mr. William A. Federal Ms. Bennie Jenkins Ficklen Mr. Alfred K. Finke Ms. Carolyn Flanagan Ms. Lisa J. Foley Mr. William F. Ford, III Ms. E. Fay Foster Ms. Kathleen W. Foster Dr. Deborah G. Foushee Mrs. Kimberly Franceschi Mr. Noah Jackson Frye, III Mr. Brian Gantt Ms. Sharon M. Gay Mr. Stephen F. Gerhardt Mr. Reid P. Gilland Ms. Margie C. Gilliam Mrs. Beverly K. Gilman Mr. J. Frank Gilreath, Jr. Mr. Thomas W. Glenn, III Ms. Margaret G. Goforth Ms. Mary Suzanne Gold Mr. Carl Goldfarb Ms. Katrina L. Gordon Mr. William F. Granger Ms. Lane Grann-Stahl Ms. Monica Sue Greene Mr. Rayburn Greene Mr. Craig Greer Ms. Margaret P. Gregory Mr. Richard L. Griffin Mr. Keith Grimes, Sr. Mrs. Jane Kidd Grist Ms. Linda H. Gulledge Mr. Donald E. Haack Mr. Christopher R. Hailey, Sr. Ms. Barbara L. Hall Mr. Edward W. Halliburton, Sr. Ms. Rebecca J. Hallman Ms. Heather Hollace Hanson Ms. Ann A. Hardin Ms. Elizabeth A. Hardin Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Harkey Mr. and Mrs. Wesley W. Harkins Ms. Deborah Harrelson Mrs. Sharron F. Harrison Ms. Susan P. Harvey Mrs. Barbara J. Hearne Mr. J. R. Heavner Ms. Ruth M. Hedgpeth Mr. Steven Donald Helms Mr. Thomas Hendricks, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lee C. Herbert Ms. Caroline S. Herdle Ms. Natalie J. Hetrick Mr. Ronald Jay Hickes Mrs. Juanita N. Hicks Mr. David R. Hill Ms. Janice T. Hill Ms. Lynn Hill Ms. Patricia L. Hill-Miller Ms. Nancy Majors Hodges Ms. Scarlett D. Hollingsworth Ms. Sherill A. Holmes Ms. Nancy Holtkamp Mr. Michael F. Hood Ms. Joyce W. Hooker Mr. Clyde Hooks, Jr. Ms. Martha Carol Houston Ms. Stefhanie N. Howe Ms. Erin E. Hubbard Mr. Jay B. Huff Dr. David L. Hunter Ms. Annette G. Jackson Ms. Caroline M. Jackson Dr. Noemi D. Jesalva Mr. Donald C. Jessep, Jr. John Gauthier Marketing Support Service, Inc. Ms. Mary S. Johnson Mr. Robert Johnson Ms. Toddi Michael Lanee Johnson Mr. Anthony D. Jones Ms. Lezonia Rorie Jones Customized Training Service Mr. Edwin L. Kahn Mr. Frank Kalian Ms. Tracie D. Kanellopoulos Mrs. Marion H. Kaple Mrs. Sondra S. Katzenstein Ms. Patricia B. Kelly Mr. Robert A. Kent Mrs. Danyse G. Kingsbery Ms. Martha L. Kisiah Mr. Robert T. Kissiah Mr. Christopher C. Knebusch Mr. Donald M. Knebusch Ms. Carrie Konczal Mr. & Mrs. Kranenburg Mrs. L. Elaine Kushmaul Mrs. Diane W. Lambert Mr. H. Martin Lancaster Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Lathan Mr. Niem Chinh Le Mrs. Rita M. Lee Mrs. Madeline Lerme Mrs. Jeanne A. Lesniewicz Dr. George Liles Mr. Ronald E. Liss Ms. Ruth S. Lloyd Mr. & Mrs. William E. Loftin, Jr. Ms. Mary Martha R. Long Mrs. Frances E. Lopez Mrs. Anne E. Lowdermilk Mrs. Jill L. Lutz Ms. Marianne Lyall-Knusel Ms. Carolyn M. Lyons Dr. James C. MacIntyre, II Mrs. Eugenia Mallonee Mr. John E. Marr Ms. Arlene F. Mauney Mr. George E. McCachren Ms. Patricia McCaskill Mr. John W. McConnell Mr. Samuel W. McCord Mr. Scott McDowell Mr. & Mrs. Pender R. McElroy Mr. Harry McGinn, Jr. Mrs. Merrie D. McGrath Mr. Bryan D. McSwain Mr. Charles E. Medlin Mr. Rinav C. Mehta Mr. Scott R. Menzel Mr. Fritz Y. Mercer, Jr. Ms. Martha E. Meredith Mr. Richard B. Metzler Ms. Diana Mibelli Mrs. Pauline L. Mickle Ms. Anna K. Moeller Ms. Linda Moneta Mr. Carroll Moore Mrs. Helen Shewmake Moore Mr. James Hart Moore Mr. Thomas M. Moore Mrs. Caroline T. Morgan Mrs. Marian S. Morgan Mr. Robert W. Morris Dr. Sarah T. Morrow Ms. Ginger Morse Ms. Erin J. Morton Ms. Elizabeth Moss Mr. Alan Murdock Mr. George C. Murdock Ms. Shirley P. Murdock Mr. Robert W. Murphy Wanda K. Nabors, PhD Mr. Stephen J. Nagy Ms. Janice Naples Miss Anne S. Nash Ms. Pat Nash Ms. Janice P. Navy Mr. Michael L. Newton Mr. and Mrs. James R. Nicholson Mrs. Joanna W. Nicholson Mrs. Carolyn F. Noell Mr. Peter J. Nolan Ms. Alisa M. Notte Mrs. Grace C. Ocasio Ms. Elaine T. Olenik Mr. Richard E. Orr Mr. Vince Osisek Mr. George M. Painter Mrs. Betty Jean Parker Ms. Heather Parusel Mrs. Veena G. Patel Mr. Charles B. Patterson Mrs. Nichole A. Patterson Mr. David N. Payne Ms. Tressa L. Pearson Mr. Firoz Peera Mr. Robert R. Pegram Mr. Stephen Mark Perryman Ms. Sallie McAfee Petree Ms. Helen Pham Mrs. Tracy Pham Ms. Jackie D. Phillips Mr. Jerry Pickler Mr. Reginald Pincham Ms. Diana B. Pinckney Ms. Jennifer V. Pizzagalli Mr. and Mrs. David L. Pond Mr. Jay Orrin Potter Ms. Dannye G. Powell Mrs. Esther S. Powell Mr. Lewis E. Powell Mr. Eric C. Price Ms. Kathleen D. Prokay Ms. Olivia Prouty Mrs. Doris Shirley Pruett Mrs. Frances H. Nazloo Mrs. Emma R. Quinn Ms. Sara S. Ransdell Mr. Roy M. Redfern Ms. Davandra Reed Ms. Erin Reed Ms. Audra K. Reid Mrs. Ruth J. Reinhardt Mr. David W. Rhew Mrs. Karen Rice Ms. Katherine K. Richards Mrs. Melodee Rimland Mr. John H. Ring Ms. Nicole Ritchie Mr. Eugene W. Ritter Ms. Deborah M. Rivers Ms. Peggy Rivers Mrs. Rachel Roberts Mr. Robert B. Roberts Ms. Nita Rochel Mr. A. E. Rogers Mrs. Eleanor & Mr. Lee Rose Mr. John Royals Ms. Beverly M. Russell Ms. Nadine A. Russell Ms. Elsa Saifir Ms. Rebecca C. Sanders Ms. Alicia Sartor Ms. Cynthia B. Savage Ms. Francine Scevers Ms. Emily P. Schell Mrs. Mary S. Schmulling Mrs. Sharon & Mr. Michael Schwenk Ms. Kathryn M. Schwille Mr. William M. Scott Mrs. Misty D. Seigler Ms. Rose McDowell Senn Mr. Fallen Shanhnizadeh Mr. Thomas W. Shaw, Jr. Mr. Michael Shinn Ms. Betty Shuford Mrs. Sharon Simpkins Mr. & Mrs. J. Douglas Singleton Mr. Mark Sivy Ms. Barbara R. Skinner Mrs. Leesa C. Sluder Ms. Charlotte Y. Smith Mr. Paul D. Smith Ms. Cindy J. Speas Ms. Ann Henderson Spence Ms. Sara S. Spencer Ms. Mary M. St. John Ms. Mary Stauffer Ms. Bernetta P. Steadman Ms. Susan Steele Ms. Pamela C. Stenhouse Ms. Lynn C. Stevens Mr. Andrew Stollmack Ms. Karen Streppa Ms. Earonita F. Strong Ms. Julie Suk Mrs. Pat Sullivan Ms. Anita P. Suttle Mrs. Joan S. Tate Mr. Donald F. Taylor Dr. Alan R. Thalinger Ms. Jayne F. Thomas Mrs. M. D. Tindal Ms. June Todd Ms. Patricia M. Todd Mr. Fred Tone Ms. Sally J. Tourville Ms. Anna W. Troppmann Mrs. Barbara Truesdale Ms. Victoria D. Tsai Ms. Erin Turner Ms. Mary E. Utting Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Vaden Ms. Janice Valder Kris Vick Ms. Connie Vickers Mrs. Evelyn G. Vinson Dr. Muriel Vollum Mr. D. I. von Briesen Ms. Nancy P. Walker Dr. G. Bryan & Mrs. Rosemary Wall Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Walton Ms. Beverly Q. Ward Ms. Regina Warner Mr. and Mrs. Winston W. Way, Jr. Mr. H. Thomas Webb, III Mrs. Bettie Lou Webster Ms. Ilene S. Weiner Mrs. Denise H. Wells Ms. Nancy K. West Mr. Don B. White Mr. Jack White, Sr. Ms. Linda J. White Mr. and Mrs. J. Roger White Ms. Carolyn J. Whitman Mrs. Anne W. Whitmeyer Ms. Sally T. Whitten Mr. Charles A. Williams Mr. Charles S. Williams Mr. and Mrs. Mark Williams Ms. Sherry R. Williams Mr. Richard D. Wilson Ms. Sarah V. Wilson Mr. F. L. Dixon Yard, Jr. Ms. Anne J. Yenne Mrs. Kathryn M. Yonce Mrs. Karen G. Youngman 25 Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) Bank of America Charitable Foundation Clariant Corporation IBM International Mattel Children’s Foundation Piedmont Natural Gas St. Paul Travelers Foundation SunTrust Bank, Inc. The Duke Energy Foundation Wachovia Foundation Companies that matched gifts (July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008) 2008 CPCC Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup This year’s fifth annual Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup on May 16 at Meadow Wood Farm in Waxhaw, NC, generated more than $100,000 for scholarships and unrestricted support for CPCC. The Cameron Harris Team took top team honors— for the third consecutive year. Anyone interested in this event should contact Reade Baker, director of development, at 704.330.6869, or visit online at www.cpcc.edu/foundation/clay 26 Presenting Sponsors Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Concrete Supply Company Rodgers Builders Flurry Sponsors Cato Glass Chata Coating and Laminating Station Sponsors AT&T North Carolina Branch Banking & Trust Carolinas Investment Consulting, LLC CST Environmental, Inc. The Hall Group Hendrick Motorsports McGuireWoods LLP Privatus, Inc. The Side Porch Thorne Properties Gene & Peter Tucker Vulcan Materials Company Official Sponsors Mr. Cal W. Aurand, Jr. Bill Ward Outdoor Adventures Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Carolina Sporting Arms The Honorable Robin Hayes Hyatt Gun Shop Log Cabin Sporting Clays Meadow Wood Farm NORCOM Development, Inc. River Bend Sportsman’s Resort Mr. Wesley Walls Wild Outdoor Adventures Clay Pigeon Challenge Cup sponsors Opera Society members The CPCC Opera Theatre stages two major operas each year. For many audience members and students as well, CPCC is their introduction to opera and the many facets of a production. Opera Society members ensure that quality performances are brought to the Charlotte community, pro-viding opportunities for students to explore and refine their skills. We are very grateful. Puccini Society ($10,000 and over) The Ayco Charitable Foundation, Mrs. Christa A. Overcash Verdi Society ($2,500 to $4,999) Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA Bizet Society ($500 to $999) Mr. David L. Bristol & Ms. Kirsi Enckell Ms. Melissa Vrana and Andrew & Lena Skalaban Handel Society ($100-$499) Mr. & Mrs. John Myles Fortson Dr. & Mrs. Dennis L. Hill Ms. Katharyn Horne Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Jones, Jr. Mr. A. R. Krantz, Jr. Mr. Graham G. Mason Mr. Charles Peter Straman Dr. & Mrs. Luther I. Wade, III Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss Friends of Opera (up to $100) Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Mr. & Mrs. Alfred K. Finke Mrs. Caroline T. Morgan Mr. Stephen J. Nagy Mr. & Mrs. Sidney L. Neely Mr. & Mrs. James A. Thompson Free College Day CPCC’s first Free College Day, held in November 2007, was a big success. More than 500 participants attended this one-day event at the College’s Central Campus and Wayland H. Cato Campus. College Day increases the awareness of the College and promotes the depth of class offerings at CPCC. Thank you to the following sponsors: Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc., Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated, and SUBWAY. Free College Day Your Community College – Your Day. AT&T North Carolina team: l. to r. Tom Ban, David Huggins, Harold Farris, and Todd Lanham Die Fledermaus $1,000,000 and Over Hendrick Automotive Group The James J. Harris & Angelia M. Harris Foundation Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Foundation $500,000 to $999,999 Bahakel Communications The Belk Foundation The Hall Group $100,000 to $499,999 Allen Tate Foundation Bank of America Charitable Foundation Dowd Foundation, Inc. Mr. Charles L. & Mrs. Doris M. Fonville Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers, Inc. Mr. William K. Diehl, Jr./ James, McElroy & Diehl, PA O’Herron Foundation, Inc. Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. $50,000 to $99,999 Carolina Tractor & Equipment Company Northwestern Mutual Financial Network SunTrust Bank, Inc. $25,000 to $49,999 Binaco Investments Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. First Trust Bank Goodrich Corporation La Noticia Simonini Builders, Inc. Mr. William H. Williamson, III $10,000 to $24,999 Mr. James W. & Mrs. Judith N. Allison Mr. James G. & Mrs. Mary Lou Babb Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Culbertson The FWA Group, PA Mr. & Mrs. Ralph A. Pitts Time Warner Cable Dr. P. Anthony & Mrs. Beth Zeiss $5,000 to $9,999 Ms. Anise Key Brown Mr. J. Dent & Ms. Clarice Cato Goodyear Mr. William F. Hall, III Mr. Malik K. Rahman Mr. & Mrs. Patrick C. Riley Mrs. Wanda P. Towler Mr. Jeffrey M. Yoh $1,000 to $4,999 Assistance League of Charlotte Mrs. Diann P. Back Mr. J. David Barnhardt Mr. Philip Jackson Baugh, Jr. Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Mrs. Deborah T. Bouton Mrs. Keris Fort Brown Ms. Beverly H. Dickson Dr. Kathy H. & Mr. James M. Drumm Mrs. Valerie E. Fox Mr. & Mrs. Harvey B. Gantt Gantt Huberman Architects Dr. Melvin Gay Mr. Shelton Gorelick Ms. Kim Heffernan Ms. Deborah D. Kelly Mr. Gary E. LaBrosse Ms. Brenda Lea Dr. Terri Manning Dr. Kevin R. McCarthy Mr. Kenneth Miller Mr. Michael C. Moss Dr. Sue Peck Dr. James M. Tart Ms. Laura Temples Ms. Martha Tepper Ms. Melissa Vrana Mr. and Mrs. Ronald D. Williams Mrs. Suzanne T. Williams $500 to $999 Mr. Robert P. Anderson Mr. Lawrence M. Bjorson Mrs. Amanda P. Capobianchi Mr. and Mrs. David S. Goble Dr. John B. Gouch Dr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Griffin Ms. Deanna S. Highe Mr. Vincent L. James Mr. Paul Kitchen Ms. Pamela Morris Mr. David R. Privette Mr. and Mrs. David A. Ross Mr. John Royals Mr. Hugh B. Sproul, IV Ms. Libby Vagnoni Mrs. Lynn M. Williams Mr. James McLeod Wilson $250 to $499 Ms. Bertha C. Dupre Ms. E. Fay Foster Mr. Brian Gantt Mr. J. Randall Groves Mr. G. Mitchell Hagler Ms. Heather Hollace Hanson Mr. Mark E. Helms Mr. Gerald Hieronymus Mrs. Roni-Marzetta Jones Mr. Michael McGee Mrs. Frances H. Nazloo Ms. Susan Steele Mrs. Andrea Taggart Ms. Robyn Turner Ms. Karen H. Verryt Mr. Daniel I. vonBriesen Ms. Sally T. Whitten $100 to $249 Ms. Brenda B. Armentrout Mr. Reade & Mrs. Sue Baker Mrs. Arliah V. Branch Ms. Mary K. Collin Mr. Steve Corriher Ms. Paula Day Mrs. Linda J. Dunham Mr. Lindsey Embrey Ms. Janice T. Hill Ms. Patricia L. Hill-Miller Ms. Sherill A. Holmes Mr. Lewis R. Jefferies Ms. Tracie D. Kanellopoulos Ms. Mary Martha R. Long Mrs. Suzanne Mulligan Ms. Margery A. Orell Mr. Stephen Mark Perryman Mr. David R. Privette Ms. Mona Rabon Ms. Rebecca C. Sanders Mrs. Cynthia M. Smith Mr. Roger Spittle, Jr. Ms. Linda J. White Ms. Carolyn J. Whitman Ms. Shawna M. Wood Up to $100 Mr. David Baker Mrs. Susan P. Brooks Mr. Mitchell W. Campbell Ms. Laura L. Dunlap Ms. Lisa J. Foley Ms. Katrina L. Gordon Ms. Irene Blair Honeycutt Mr. Clyde Hooks, Jr. Mr. Anthony D. Jones Mrs. L. Elaine Kushmaul Mr. Samuel W. McCord Mr. David W. Rhew Ms. Deborah M. Rivers Ms. Mandy Saunders Ms. Lynn C. Stevens Ms. Robbie J. Thompson Mrs. Karen G. Youngman Active multi-year pledges The CPCC Foundation, Inc. gratefully acknowledges the following donors with active multi-year pledges: 27 Gifts-in-Kind .com Design Options A Fruit Basket A-dec, Inc. Dr. Julian Sheppard Albergotti Angler Services Anita Goodesigns AutoBell Car Wash Bank of America Bartlett Tree Experts Bill Ward Outdoor Adventures BMW North America Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Ms. Barbara Bostic Mr. Tom Browne Ms. Patricia Glass Browning Carolina Restaurant Group, Inc./ Wendy’s Carolina Sporting Arms Carolinas Rehabilitation Carrier Carolinas Carrier Corporation Cato Glass Charlotte Bobcats Charlotte Business Journal Charlotte Center for Cosmetic Dentistry at Southpark Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Charlotte Orthotic Prosthetic Center Charlotte Weekly Chata Coating and Laminating Chief Supply Company Chiron America, Inc. CITGO Petroleum Corporation Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Duke Energy Compass Group, The Americas Crystal Impressions Custom Contract Services Joan P. Diehl, DMD Mr. Buddy Dixon Duncan Parnell Event Marketing Services, Inc. Firestone Firethorne Country Club Frame Warehouse GE Healthcare Goat Wagon Grocery Great Harvest Bread Company Larry and Maj I. Hagman Trust Harris Teeter Hawthorne’s New York Pizza Hendrick Automotive Group Eccentric Baskets & Gifts Mr. Carroll Hunter Hyatt Coin & Gun Shop, Inc. Mr. Larry Irwin Jesse Brown’s Outdoors Jillian’s Mr. Andrew E. Kalnik Ms. Susie Lake Ms. Sandra T. Lare Larkhaven Golf Club Ms. Susana Lima Dr. Robert A. Lowe Madison River Fly-Fishing Outfitters Mrs. Dorothy Majors Meadow Wood Farm Dr. Lynne Murchison OnGuard Dental Products Patriot Art Peak Fitness Dr. Walton S. Peery, III Pepsi Cola Bottling Company Perry’s of SouthPark Presbyterian Hospital Privatus, Ltd. Radiator Specialty Company Ms. Paula Rapp Dr. Stephen A. Rendulich River Bend Sportsman’s Resort Mr. Tom Rogers Mr. John Schott Dr. Edward I. Shapiro Ms. Bettye Sheahan Sports Connection Ms. Diane Stalford Starbucks Coffee Company Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. Mrs. Jane H. Taylor Ms. Felton Temple The Original Pancake House The Side Porch Time Warner Cable Tod Thorne & Associates, Inc. Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc. Ms. Patricia Joan Tubbs Dr. Richard W. Van Gurp Volvo and GMC Truck Center Mr. Wesley Walls Ms. Lauri Waterfield WBTV 3 Television Wild Outdoor Adventures Mrs. Alston Osgood Wolf Mr. Greg Wyatt CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run sets records This year’s CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run, presented by Charlotte Business Journal, on April 26, 2008, boasted some 1,400 participants and raised over $80,000 for scholarships and other student needs. It was the 13th year of the Run. The SunTrust Bank 5K Walk for Health, McGarry 5K Run, 5K Wheelchair Roll, and 1K Family Fun Run continue to draw people from across the Carolinas to one of Charlotte’s premier races. Please visit www.cpcc.edu/foundation/skyline for more information or call 704.330.6869. 28 Presenting Sponsor Charlotte Business Journal Event Sponsor SunTrust Bank, Inc. Official Sponsor A Fruit Basket AT&T North Carolina Back International, LLC Bank of America Philanthropic Management Bishop George E. Battle Belk, Inc. - Central Division The Blumenthal Foundation Bobcats Sports & Entertainment Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc. Bragg Financial Advisors, Inc. Carolina Restaurant Group, Inc./ Wendy’s Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated CPCC Student Government Association Crystal Impressions Event Marketing Services, Inc. First Trust Bank Follett Higher Education Group Frame Warehouse Great Harvest Bread Company Jillian’s Lance Foundation Personal Legal Plans NORCOM Development, Inc. Nucor Corporation OnGuard Dental Products Pepsi Cola Bottling Company The R. A. Overcash, Jr. Family Foundation Sports Connection Starbucks Coffee Company The Original Pancake House Wachovia Nonprofit & Philanthropic Services WBTV 3 Television Thank you to each participant and to the following sponsors who helped make the 13th annual CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run a success. 29 Central High rededication and multi-class reunion Alumni celebrate successful campaign and renovated facility Central High School, located on Central Piedmont Community College’s Central Campus, holds a great deal of history and memories for generations of alumni. To preserve the school’s rich history, to support recent renovations to the Central High School facility, and to provide scholarships for needy students at CPCC, some 1,000 alumni have joined together in a fundraising campaign that has generated $400,000 to date. On Sunday, September 30, 2007, CPCC hosted a multi-class reunion and rededication of Central High School with a renovated building façade similar to its original design. Alumni from the classes of 1923 to 1959 came to join in this historic celebration. “Central High School and CPCC share a rich history and legacy of academic excellence,” states Dr. Tony Zeiss, president of CPCC. “We are extremely grateful for the generous contributions provided to the College by Central High alumni and friends. This gift will have a lasting impact on our institution and our students. Many students will realize their dream of attending college at CPCC because Central High alumni gave back to honor the education they received at Central High.” Alumni of Central High School at the rededication event VISION: Central Piedmont Community College intends to become the national leader in workforce development. MISSION: Central Piedmont Community College is an innovative and comprehensive college that advances the life-long educational devel-opment of students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strength-ening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community. The College accomplishes this purpose by providing high-quality, flexible pre-baccalaureate and career-focused educational programs and services which are academically, geograph-ically, and financially accessible. This purpose requires a fundamental commitment to teaching and learning excellence within a supportive environment. COMPLIANCE: Central Piedmont Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action insti-tution. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities upon request 5 working days in advance of the event. Call 704.330.6424 to request accommodation. CPCC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033- 4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. 10,000 copies of this document were produced at a cost of $8,985 or $.89 per piece. CPCC 5256 Institutional Advancement/Foundation, Inc. Staff Listing Kevin R. McCarthy Associate Vice President, Institutional Advancement Brenda W. Lea Executive Director of Development W. Reade Baker Director of Development Vivian Hailey Executive Director, CPCC Foundation Finance Mary K. Collin Coordinator of Research and Alumni Relations E. Fay Foster Special Events Coordinator Tobie Holberton Special Events Assistant Andrew Stollmack Accounting Specialist Ginny Hastings Administrative Assistant, Senior Laura Tant Administrative Assistant, Senior Contact information Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc. Mailing Address: P. O. Box 35009 Charlotte, NC 28235-5009 Site Address: 1322 E. 4th Street Sommers Building, Suite 201 Charlotte, NC 28204 Phone: 704.330.6869 Fax: 704.330.6727 www.cpcc.edu/foundation Legal and tax information: The official corporate name of the CPCC Foundation is Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Inc., and this name should be used in all legal documents. Gifts to the Central Piedmont Community College Foundation qualify as charitable contributions to a 501(c)(3) organization for federal income, estate, and gift-tax purposes. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, please feel free to call us at 704.330.6869 with corrections or comments. About this annual report Central Piedmont Community College is committed to preserving the environment by reducing the negative impact the College has through paper use and printing. In an effort to become more “green” this Annual Report is printed on 100# Chorus Art Text containing 50% recycled paper (25% post-consumer), and the inks used during the printing process are soy-based. 30 Non-Profit U.S. Postage P A I D Charlotte, NC P.O. Box 35009 • Charlotte, North Carolina • 28235-5009 Permit No. 1177 MECKLENBURG COUNTY Levine Campus 2800 Campus Ridge Road Matthews Near Independence and I-485 704.330.4200 North Campus 11930 Verhoeff Drive Huntersville From Statesville Rd. or Highway 115 704.330.4101 Central Campus 1201 Elizabeth Avenue at Kings Drive Near Center City 704.330.2722 Harper Campus 315 West Hebron St., between Arrowood and Nations Ford Road I-77, Arrowood Exit 704.330.4400 Cato Campus 8120 Grier Road at WT Harris Blvd. 704.330.4801 Harris Campus 3210 CPCC Harris Campus Dr. Morris Field Drive from Billy Graham Parkway or Wilkinson Blvd. 704.330.4601 E-Learning www.cpcc.edu/distance Central Piedmont Community College locations CPCC Harper Campus |
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