Basic Sewing Class Begins Feb. 21 at Randolph Community College Archdale Center

Have you ever wondered if you would like to sew? Randolph Community College is offering a Basic Sewing class at its Archdale Center, taught by local seamstress Johnnie Springett. In RCC’s six-week class, students will learn how to choose fabric, read and cut patterns, thread bobbins, and master the general operations of a sewing machine. Plus, participants will make for themselves—from start to finish—a fashionable hobo-style pocketbook.

“Our new sewing class is a timely offering,” notes Archdale Center Director Lisa Bock, who states that “sewing has seen a resurgence in popularity in the last two to three years, due to the economy and because people enjoy different types of do-it-yourself projects, including making one’s own clothes or embellishing items they’ve bought.” Bock is hopeful that students will enjoy this class so much so that they will return for a follow-up class with Springett, which will focus on making the ever-popular pillow sundress or knot dress.

The Basic Sewing class begins on Feb. 21. It will run on Tuesdays, from 6-9 p.m., through March 27. Enrollment is limited to approximately 8 students. Any student who already owns a sewing machine is encouraged to bring it to class.

The cost of the class is $42. To register or for more information, call the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.

Randolph Community College Archdale Center Launching “In the Margins” Book Club Feb. 21

This spring, Randolph Community College’s Archdale Center will be the site of a different kind of course that will appeal to those who appreciate the Southern tradition of storytelling. The “In the Margins” RCC Book Club will meet on Tuesdays, from 6-7:30 p.m., beginning Feb. 21 at the Archdale Center.

This new course is for anyone who loves to read and enjoys discussing what you’ve read with friends and fellow readers. The group’s discussion will go beyond the action of the story, digging down a little deeper into the author’s writing style and word choices. It will explore story lines, character development and story settings.

The Book Club sessions will be held Feb. 21, Feb. 28, March 20, March 27, April 17, and April 24. The cost is $30, which includes the price of the books. The Archdale Center is located at 110 Park Drive in Creekside Park, just off Highway 311 south of Archdale.

For more information or to register, contact the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.

17 Couples Chosen for 2012 Dancing with the Randolph Stars

The dancer pairings for the Randolph Community College Foundation’s 2012 Dancing with the Randolph Stars benefit were announced at a “Meet the Stars” event held at The Exchange Banquet and Meeting Hall on January 29. Seventeen couples have been chosen for this year’s show, most newcomers to the event. Just seven dancers have experience from previous years—LoriAnn Owen, who danced in the 2010 inaugural event; Tyler Wilhoit and Aaryn Slafky, the only couple returning from last year; Greg Spainhour and Diane Winnemuller, who both danced last year with other partners; and Rick Crawford and Derrick Sides, who were “zombies” in a Michael Jackson “Thriller” number performed by David Smith and Betsy Browne last year.

For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-31.php.

Randolph Community College Honors Anniversary Through 50 Minutes for 50 Years Project

Randolph Community College’s faculty, staff and students will be participating in a 50 Minutes for 50 Years Volunteer Action Project during 2012 to increase outreach and give back to the community.

To learn more, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-27.php.

Randolph Community College Schedules Self-Defense Courses Beginning Feb. 4

Randolph Community College’s Corporate and Continuing Education Division has scheduled two Self-Defense courses beginning Saturday, Feb. 4.

Martial Arts Self-Defense for Women will teach women how to defend themselves when facing danger. The intent of this course is to give students self-confidence in compromising situations. The course will meet from 1:30-2:45 p.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 4 – 25.

Martial Arts Self-Defense (General) is an introductory course aimed at teaching the basics of self-defense with the goal of offering an assurance that everyone can control their circumstances. It will meet from 3-4:15 p.m. on Saturdays, Feb. 4 - 25.

Both courses will meet at The Karate Studio, 118 South Main Street, in Randleman. Cost for each class is $30, plus $1.25 for insurance, and students must sign a liability waiver. For more information or to register, call the Asheboro Campus at 336-633-0268.

Randolph Community College Hosts FAFSA Day 2012 on Feb. 18

Randolph Community College will participate in FAFSA Day on Saturday, Feb. 18, in which college financial aid officers and other volunteers will help students complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms over the Internet.

For more information, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-26.php.

Randolph Community College Kicks Off Life Enrichment Series with Grief Seminar Feb 18

Randolph Community College is offering a Life Enrichment Series of seminars this spring on practical topics designed to meet significant needs in Randolph County. The series of half-day seminars is one of President Robert Shackleford’s Presidential Initiatives for the 2011-2012 school year.

“Grieving and You: A Forum for Understanding” is the title of the first seminar set for Saturday, Feb. 18 from 8-11 a.m. in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center auditorium on the Asheboro Campus. The goal of the seminar is to provide opportunities to understand and cope with grief on an individual basis and provide grievers with potential contacts to interface with for support and understanding.

For more about this event and the series, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-25.php.

Digital Photography Course Set to Begin Feb. 6 at Randolph Community College Archdale Center

Randolph Community College’s Archdale Center will offer a Digital Camera Photography course beginning in February.

The Corporate and Continuing Education Division course will allow students to explore digital photography and give them a crash course on using a digital camera. This course includes taking photos; storing images; sharing photos; scanning photos; and using the zoom, flash, and shutter buttons. The course will be filled with tips and tricks to help students take better pictures. Students should bring their own digital camera to class.

The class will meet from 1-4 p.m., Mondays, Feb. 6 – March 19. Cost is $46.

For more information or to register, contact the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.

Randolph Community College President Named Citizen of the Year by Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce

Randolph Community College President Robert S. Shackleford was named 2011 Citizen of the Year by the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce at the organization’s 86th annual meeting Jan. 20 at Pinewood Country Club. The honor was bestowed by James Gouty, 2011 Chamber chairman.

For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-23.php.

Jack Lail Honored by Randolph Community College Board With Trustee Emeritus Status

Jack Lail of New London was honored by the Randolph Community College Board of Trustees Thursday night with Trustee Emeritus status. The honor was conferred by Board Chair Mac Sherrill during the Board’s regular bimonthly meeting.

For more of this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-20a.php.

Randolph Community College Archdale Offers SAT Prep Course Beginning Feb. 7

Just in time for the March 10, 2012, SAT test date, Randolph Community College’s Archdale Center is offering an SAT Prep Course beginning Tuesday, Feb. 7.

This 20-hour course is recommended for students taking the SAT this academic year and who are currently taking or have taken geometry. In this course, students will review basic math through Algebra II to prepare for the problem reasoning on the SAT test. Verbal preparation includes improving vocabulary, essay writing, and reading comprehension. Test-taking tips will be included in each session.

The course will meet from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 7 – March 8 at the Archdale Center. The cost is $80, and enrollment is limited to 18 students. Students must bring a calculator to each class session.

Students must be 16 or older to enroll. Those who are 16 or 17 years of age must have a permission form completed by their high school principal prior to registering for the class. For more information or to register for the course, call the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.

RCC’s Archdale Center is located at 110 Park Drive in Creekside Park, just off Highway 311 south of Archdale.

Six Begin Third President’s Leadership Academy at Randolph Community College

Six Randolph Community College employees began their participation in the President’s Educational Leadership Academy this month at RCC.

This is the third class to complete the Academy, which is designed to help develop employee leadership skills. It was implemented last spring as part of President Robert Shackleford’s presidential initiatives. Employees chosen for this spring are Chad Conville, director of auxiliary services; Teresa Cox, Physical Education instructor; Nancy Cross, Randolph Early College High School liaison; Mark Dowell, Spanish instructor; Kimberly Maddox, Humanities/Fine Arts instructor; and Susan Rice, director of financial services/controller.

For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-17.php.

Salem College/University Center Info Sessions Set for Jan. 26 at Randolph Community College

Two information sessions about the Business Administration program through Salem College/University Center of Randolph County are scheduled this month on Randolph Community College’s Asheboro Campus. Area residents will be able to learn more about this program that allows students to earn a four-year Business Administration degree without leaving Randolph County.

The information sessions are scheduled for 12-1:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26, in the Foundation Conference Center. Students can drop in at any time during those hours.

For more information, interested students can also visit RCC’s website atwww.randolph.edu/academics/salem.phpor call Clark Adams, Salem College liaison, at 336-633-0238 or e-mail wcadams@randolph.edu.

Screening/Discussion of “Groundhog Day” Planned for Feb. 2 at Randolph Community College

The next event in Randolph Community College’s 2011-2012 Cultural Arts Series is the Groundhog Day Movie Night scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 2, in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center on the Asheboro Campus. The event, which begins at 7 p.m., is free and open to the public.

This project receives support from the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Join RCC’s Chad Conville, a graduate of the film studies program at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, for a screening, analysis, and open discussion of the one-of-a-kind, quirky comedy “Groundhog Day” (1993), recognized as a modern classic by the British Film Institute.

Even though you may have seen this film before, this event will help you view and understand several of the underlying themes that make it such a memorable and important film. The activities of a single day are not the only obstacles the protagonist Phil Connors (Bill Murray) must survive but also the daunting personal struggles of self realization, redemption, and finding the meaning of life. Approximate running time for the movie is 90 minutes.

Seating in the auditorium is limited, so go to www.randolph.edu/newevents/culturalarts.php to reserve your seats. RCC’s Asheboro Campus is located at 629 Industrial Park Avenue. Take the McDowell Road exit off of U.S. 220 Bypass/I73-74 and follow the signs.

Randolph Community College Spanish Courses Teach Basic and Survival Spanish Skills

If your list of New Year’s resolutions includes learning a new language for your job or personal growth, Randolph Community College’s Corporate and Continuing Education Division will be offering several Spanish classes during the spring semester. The classes include general conversational Spanish courses and survival Spanish for specific audiences.

For more information about these courses, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-06.php.

Randolph Community College Bank Teller Course Beginning Jan. 24 Includes Local Interview

Randolph Community College’s Corporate and Continuing Education Division will offer a Banking: Pre-Teller Course beginning Jan. 24. Students who successfully complete the class are promised an interview with a local bank, but are not guaranteed a job.

For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-11.php.

Randolph Community College Announces 2011 Fall Semester Honor Roll

Randolph Community College announces the President’s List, Dean’s List, and Honor List for the 2011 fall semester.

To be eligible, a student must complete at least 12 credit hours for the semester, excluding Developmental Studies hours and proficiency hours with no incompletes, and earn a grade point average of 4.0 for the President’s List, 3.50-3.99 for the Dean’s List, or 3.00-3.49 for the Honor List. Also, students who complete at least six but less than 12 credit hours for the semester and earn a grade point average of 3.00-4.00, excluding Developmental Studies hours and proficiency hours with no incompletes, are eligible for the Honor List.

To see the list of students, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-09.php.

New Randolph Community College Continuing Education Courses Begin This Month

Randolph Community College’s Corporate and Continuing Education Division is offering several new courses for the spring semester, some slated to begin as early as Jan. 17. “The beginning of a new year is a great time to learn something new,” said Robert Leslie, dean of corporate and continuing education. “We have several new courses that will surely stimulate students’ minds and challenge their way of thinking.”

For a list of courses and more information, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2012/2012-01-04.php.