Two information sessions about the Business Administration bachelor’s
degree program through Salem College/University Center of Randolph
County are scheduled in October on Randolph Community College’s Asheboro
Campus. Prospective students will be able to meet with Salem College
officials and learn more about this program that allows students to earn
a four-year Business Administration degree without leaving Randolph
County. The program is beginning its sixth year.
The information sessions are scheduled for 12-1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, in the Foundation Conference Center. If
prospective students decide to complete an application during either
one of the information sessions, Salem College will automatically waive
the $30 application fee and will also pay for and request all official
sealed college or university transcripts.
In order to reserve your seat for one of the sessions, contact Clark Adams, Salem College liaison, at 336-633-0238 or email wcadams@randolph.edu . For more information, interested students can also visit RCC’s website at www.randolph.edu/academics/salem.php . RCC’s Asheboro Campus is located at 629 Industrial Park Avenue.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Friday, September 27, 2013
Randolph Community College Offers Seven Free Small Business Center Seminars in October
Randolph Community College’s Small Business Center has scheduled seven
free informational seminars in October for owners of small businesses or
those considering opening their own businesses.
October begins with a “Creative Marketing for Artists and Crafters” seminar, taught by Greta Lint and scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, in the Continuing Education and Industrial Center on the Asheboro Campus. Students will learn the top 10 marketing methods of over 25 artists—painters, sculptors, folk artists, jewelry makers, musical instrument makers, theater artists, writers, crafters, etc.—who make their livings from their art.
Get the basics in “10 Steps to Starting a Small Business,” with instructor Jim Myers, which covers the steps you need to take to make your dream become a reality and what you must know before you commit yourself and your money. The seminar will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8, also in the CEIC.
“Basic Business Planning,” which is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Archdale Center, will give you information on where to start, what to include, what to avoid, what it will cost, where to go for help, and how to assess your chances of success. Jim Myers is the presenter.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-27.php.
October begins with a “Creative Marketing for Artists and Crafters” seminar, taught by Greta Lint and scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, in the Continuing Education and Industrial Center on the Asheboro Campus. Students will learn the top 10 marketing methods of over 25 artists—painters, sculptors, folk artists, jewelry makers, musical instrument makers, theater artists, writers, crafters, etc.—who make their livings from their art.
Get the basics in “10 Steps to Starting a Small Business,” with instructor Jim Myers, which covers the steps you need to take to make your dream become a reality and what you must know before you commit yourself and your money. The seminar will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8, also in the CEIC.
“Basic Business Planning,” which is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Archdale Center, will give you information on where to start, what to include, what to avoid, what it will cost, where to go for help, and how to assess your chances of success. Jim Myers is the presenter.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-27.php.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Randolph Community College Launches ‘The English Network’ ESOL Distance Education Program
Randolph Community College’s English for Speakers of Other Languages
(formerly called English as a Second Language) department is launching
its first Distance Education program, targeting intermediate-level
students who cannot attend classes regularly. The program was developed
by Yacine Kout, director of the English for Speakers of Other Languages
program, along with RCC’s Distance Education department.“This is not something that was done overnight,” said Kout of the program, which consists of 20 lesson packets, each including a DVD, a workbook, and a return envelope. The program has been named “The English Network.” Each episode has a different story and a different set of characters. An episode will include specific language components, such as past tense or positional words, said Kout, and instruction in a life skill. For example, the first lesson covers the English usages of “want to,” “need to,” “have to,” and “like to” and includes a skills lesson on finding a job in the community.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-25.php.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Twelve Students Chosen for Randolph Community College Student Leadership Academy
Twelve students have been chosen for Randolph Community College’s
seventh annual Student Leadership Academy based on a competitive process
that considered leadership experience, leadership potential, and a
letter of reference from a faculty member. Two members of the group were
guaranteed a spot as one of this year’s Presidential Scholars. The
group includes 11 traditional RCC students and one Randolph Early
College High School student.“My goal is to be an elementary school teacher, and I believe that leadership is an important skill set I will need to pursue by career in the future,” said Randolph Early College High School student Shea Williams in her Leadership Academy application. “I aspire to teach others to have the qualities of a leader, not only by example, but by passing on my knowledge of leadership.”
In his Leadership application, Connor Bryant said, “I would like the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals with high aspirations to succeed. Making connections with these individuals will push me to the edge of my potential and help mold me into the leader I aspire to be.”
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-24.php.
Friday, September 20, 2013
Randolph Community College Awarded $1.7 Million Grant from U.S. Department of Labor
Randolph Community College will receive over $1.7 million from the U.S.
Department of Labor as a member of a multi-state consortium of community
colleges intended to serve as leaders in integrating a regional
economic, workforce development and education partnership approach to
improving the skills and employment of individuals.
Dr. Robert S. Shackleford, RCC president, announced the news at the end of the bi-monthly RCC Board of Trustees meeting Thursday evening. “The focus of the grant is manufacturing, which is what we focus on in the Piedmont,” said Shackleford. RCC is the only Triad school among the group to receive funding.
The grant money is part of an Obama administration announcement on Sept. 18 of $474.5 million in grants to expand demand-driven skills training and strengthen employer partnerships.
Randolph Community College and Vance-Granville Community College in Henderson will be part of the Southeastern Economic and Education Leadership Consortium led by Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, Tenn. Other colleges in the group are Northeast State Community College in Blountville, Tenn., Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth, Fla; and Polk State College in Winter Haven, Fla.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-20.php.
Dr. Robert S. Shackleford, RCC president, announced the news at the end of the bi-monthly RCC Board of Trustees meeting Thursday evening. “The focus of the grant is manufacturing, which is what we focus on in the Piedmont,” said Shackleford. RCC is the only Triad school among the group to receive funding.
The grant money is part of an Obama administration announcement on Sept. 18 of $474.5 million in grants to expand demand-driven skills training and strengthen employer partnerships.
Randolph Community College and Vance-Granville Community College in Henderson will be part of the Southeastern Economic and Education Leadership Consortium led by Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, Tenn. Other colleges in the group are Northeast State Community College in Blountville, Tenn., Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth, Fla; and Polk State College in Winter Haven, Fla.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-20.php.
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Randolph Community College Awarded 2014 Military Friendly School Designation
Randolph Community College has been named a Military Friendly School for
2014 by Victory Media, a producer of media products for military
personnel transitioning into civilian life. Only 31 of the 58 community
colleges in North Carolina have earned this designation.
“We are honored to be selected once again as a Military Friendly School,” said Dr. James W. Kelley, vice president for student services at RCC. “As part of RCC’s mission of Creating Opportunities and Changing Lives, we strive to serve all the citizens of Randolph County. However, veterans do hold a special place in our heart. We are glad to serve those who have served.”
The 2014 Military Friendly Schools® list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans, and spouses as students and ensure their success on campus.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-12.php.
“We are honored to be selected once again as a Military Friendly School,” said Dr. James W. Kelley, vice president for student services at RCC. “As part of RCC’s mission of Creating Opportunities and Changing Lives, we strive to serve all the citizens of Randolph County. However, veterans do hold a special place in our heart. We are glad to serve those who have served.”
The 2014 Military Friendly Schools® list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans, and spouses as students and ensure their success on campus.
For more on this story, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-12.php.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Randolph Community College Recasts Pottery Program, Adds Business Component
Randolph Community College has recast its Pottery program, incorporating
Small Business Center courses that will aid pottery students in selling
their wares or opening their own businesses, according to Bryle H.
Hatch, coordinator of workforce development at RCC. The change is part
of the College’s recent budget-driven focus on programs that create
jobs.
Six Small Business Center workshops are being added to the pottery course requirements. Each workshop will last for three hours, equaling 18 hours. Students will attend the SBC courses during the same day and time as their pottery course would meet, allowing them to maintain their schedules, said Hatch. If and when a student completes a pottery course and the six required SBC courses, the student will not need to repeat the SBC courses again when taking additional pottery courses. The small business topics will include tax planning and reporting, bookkeeping basics, opening and operating a pottery, easy steps to eBay for the novice, financing your small business, and developing a business plan.
Two sections of “Pottery I: Basics for Beginners” are being offered this fall. The evening course, which will meet from 6-9:30 p.m., will begin Sept. 24 and meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 17. The daytime class will meet from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 2 through Dec. 18. This course is designed to provide the student with a well-rounded understanding of the pottery making process from start to finish. Upon completion of the course, the student will possess a skill set necessary to work successfully in clay. Topics will include using the wheel, forming, firing, and applying glaze. The cost for this class is $256.25, which includes tuition, supplies, and insurance.
For more information on upcoming classes and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-11a.php.
Six Small Business Center workshops are being added to the pottery course requirements. Each workshop will last for three hours, equaling 18 hours. Students will attend the SBC courses during the same day and time as their pottery course would meet, allowing them to maintain their schedules, said Hatch. If and when a student completes a pottery course and the six required SBC courses, the student will not need to repeat the SBC courses again when taking additional pottery courses. The small business topics will include tax planning and reporting, bookkeeping basics, opening and operating a pottery, easy steps to eBay for the novice, financing your small business, and developing a business plan.
Two sections of “Pottery I: Basics for Beginners” are being offered this fall. The evening course, which will meet from 6-9:30 p.m., will begin Sept. 24 and meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 17. The daytime class will meet from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 2 through Dec. 18. This course is designed to provide the student with a well-rounded understanding of the pottery making process from start to finish. Upon completion of the course, the student will possess a skill set necessary to work successfully in clay. Topics will include using the wheel, forming, firing, and applying glaze. The cost for this class is $256.25, which includes tuition, supplies, and insurance.
For more information on upcoming classes and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-11a.php.
Randolph Community College Foundation Adopts ‘A Taste of Asheboro’ Event
The Randolph Community College Foundation Board of Directors has voted
to continue an event created by two of the Dancing with the Randolph
Stars couples this past May. “A Taste of Asheboro” will be hosted by the
RCC Foundation in the fall of 2014 at A Venue on Worth in downtown
Asheboro. The event will feature a taste of specialty food items from
area restaurants, live musical entertainment, and possibly a silent
auction.
“It was the largest money-raiser for the Dancing with the Randolph Stars event,” said Lorie McCroskey, director of development for the RCC Foundation. “It was well attended and everyone enjoyed it.” Couples competing for the Dancing with the Randolph Stars trophy created their own fundraisers with proceeds counting toward their vote totals for the annual June event.
Jennifer Parrish and Julie Moore, who hosted the first “A Taste of Asheboro” with their dancing partners, have agreed to co-chair the committee planning this event. A specific date will be announced later.
For information, contact McCroskey at (336) 633-1118 or e-mail llmccroskey@randolph.edu.
“It was the largest money-raiser for the Dancing with the Randolph Stars event,” said Lorie McCroskey, director of development for the RCC Foundation. “It was well attended and everyone enjoyed it.” Couples competing for the Dancing with the Randolph Stars trophy created their own fundraisers with proceeds counting toward their vote totals for the annual June event.
Jennifer Parrish and Julie Moore, who hosted the first “A Taste of Asheboro” with their dancing partners, have agreed to co-chair the committee planning this event. A specific date will be announced later.
For information, contact McCroskey at (336) 633-1118 or e-mail llmccroskey@randolph.edu.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Lead Auditor Training at Randolph Community College Set For October 1
If your company is ISO certified and has internal auditors, you may need
one or more of your auditors to attend this Lead Auditor training
class.
This free, 8-hour class is designed to provide participants with the principles and practices of effectively leading a quality audit. It prepares lead auditors to plan and manage the audit, report findings, and review corrective actions for effectiveness. Participants will leave the course with a complete understanding of the lead auditor’s role in the conduct of a company’s internal audit of its quality system. Special emphasis will be based on outside-the-plant auditing such as supplier and third party audits. At the end, participants should know the key principles of planning and controlling audits, determining how audits fit into the overall quality management system, understand the role of management in the review of auditing and monitoring, improve questioning techniques, communicate findings, use checklists, prepare nonconformance reports and present them to management.
The one-day class will meet from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1. It will be held in room 102 at RCC’s new Continuing Education and Industrial Center, at 413 Industrial Park Avenue.
Randolph Community College’s Customized Training Program is sponsoring this class so there is no cost to participants. The Customized Training Program supports the economic development efforts of Randolph County by providing education and training opportunities for eligible businesses and industries. Space is limited, so reserve your seats now. Call Loretta Brady at RCC at 336-633-0216.
This free, 8-hour class is designed to provide participants with the principles and practices of effectively leading a quality audit. It prepares lead auditors to plan and manage the audit, report findings, and review corrective actions for effectiveness. Participants will leave the course with a complete understanding of the lead auditor’s role in the conduct of a company’s internal audit of its quality system. Special emphasis will be based on outside-the-plant auditing such as supplier and third party audits. At the end, participants should know the key principles of planning and controlling audits, determining how audits fit into the overall quality management system, understand the role of management in the review of auditing and monitoring, improve questioning techniques, communicate findings, use checklists, prepare nonconformance reports and present them to management.
The one-day class will meet from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1. It will be held in room 102 at RCC’s new Continuing Education and Industrial Center, at 413 Industrial Park Avenue.
Randolph Community College’s Customized Training Program is sponsoring this class so there is no cost to participants. The Customized Training Program supports the economic development efforts of Randolph County by providing education and training opportunities for eligible businesses and industries. Space is limited, so reserve your seats now. Call Loretta Brady at RCC at 336-633-0216.
Monday, September 9, 2013
‘Watercolor Secrets’ Class Begins Sept. 23 at Randolph Community College Archdale Center
Randolph Community College’s Archdale Center has announced a new evening
watercolor painting class featuring instructor Louis Bowles of High
Point. Bowles, who graduated from the University of North Carolina
Kendall School of Design, is the owner of the website yourcustompetportrait.com.
“Watercolor Secrets Unlocked/Breaking Myths” will introduce the basic techniques in painting as they apply to the elements and principles of design. The instructor will introduce the types of tools and materials used in painting, with the goal of arming students with practical knowledge of fundamental principles that may be used and refined at home. The class will meet from 6:30-9 p.m. on Mondays, Sept. 23 through Nov. 18. The cost is $55
This is the first time in several years that the Archdale Center has offered an evening painting class. For more information or to register, call the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.
The Archdale Center is located at 110 Park Drive inside the city of Archdale’s Creekside Park just off Highway 311.
“Watercolor Secrets Unlocked/Breaking Myths” will introduce the basic techniques in painting as they apply to the elements and principles of design. The instructor will introduce the types of tools and materials used in painting, with the goal of arming students with practical knowledge of fundamental principles that may be used and refined at home. The class will meet from 6:30-9 p.m. on Mondays, Sept. 23 through Nov. 18. The cost is $55
This is the first time in several years that the Archdale Center has offered an evening painting class. For more information or to register, call the Archdale Center at 336-862-7980.
The Archdale Center is located at 110 Park Drive inside the city of Archdale’s Creekside Park just off Highway 311.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Basic Business Planning, Guerrilla Marketing Among Free Randolph Community College Small Business Center Seminars in September
If you are thinking of starting your own business, but need some basic
information, “Basic Business Planning” is being offered by Randolph
Community College’s Small Business Center in Archdale and Ramseur this
month.
This free seminar will give you information on where to start, what to include, what to avoid, what it will cost, where to go for help, and how to assess your chances of success. The Archdale Center class, with presenter Jim Myers, will meet from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12. The same class will be offered in Ramseur on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 6-9 p.m.
“Build Your Business with Social Networking (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn),” taught by Greta Lint, will be offered from 6-9 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16, at the Continuing Education and Industrial Center (CEIC) on the Asheboro Campus. This free course is ideal for someone who wants to learn how to advance a business with social media. Students will be taught how to set up an account, post messages, find people, and promote safely through these media.
In “Cash Flow Part 1 - Let Your Numbers do the Talking,” set for 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17, in Randleman, students will learn how to construct realistic cash flow statements by developing good financial assumptions. This free seminar is being co-sponsored by RCC and the Randleman Chamber of Commerce.
For more classes and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-05.php.
This free seminar will give you information on where to start, what to include, what to avoid, what it will cost, where to go for help, and how to assess your chances of success. The Archdale Center class, with presenter Jim Myers, will meet from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12. The same class will be offered in Ramseur on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 6-9 p.m.
“Build Your Business with Social Networking (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn),” taught by Greta Lint, will be offered from 6-9 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16, at the Continuing Education and Industrial Center (CEIC) on the Asheboro Campus. This free course is ideal for someone who wants to learn how to advance a business with social media. Students will be taught how to set up an account, post messages, find people, and promote safely through these media.
In “Cash Flow Part 1 - Let Your Numbers do the Talking,” set for 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17, in Randleman, students will learn how to construct realistic cash flow statements by developing good financial assumptions. This free seminar is being co-sponsored by RCC and the Randleman Chamber of Commerce.
For more classes and how to register, go to http://www.randolph.edu/newevents/2013/2013-09-05.php.
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