Ten cited as ‘BCCC’s Best’ for September

 

Ten students at Beaufort County Community College were recognized as BCCC’s Best in a ceremony on the college campus on Sept. 29. The students were recognized for the character trait “committed” and were nominated by members of the faculty and staff.

Those honored were Barbara Young, Joe Midgette, Laura Tate, Erica Modlin, Danisha Couther, Ashley Hendrickson, Marlen Gomez Avelar, Austin Nobles, Shakera Davis and Shellie Cahoon.

During the ceremony attended by BCCC faculty and staff and guests of the honorees, Vice President of Student Services Rick Anderson and the nominating faculty or staff member presented each student with a certificate and outlined the reasons for the nomination.

These 10 students have overcome a variety of personal obstacles and challenges, long commutes and longer hours, and remain committed to putting in quality work as they work toward achieving their academic goals.

Each month, BCCC’s Best highlights a character trait found in students, such as motivation, respect, hard work, commitment and involvement in the college.

Hispanic Parent’s Night

BCCC will host a Hispanic Parent’s Night on Oct. 6 from 7-8 p.m. in the Building 10 multipurpose room. The purpose of this informational meeting is to provide parents of Hispanic students the opportunity to ask questions and get information about attending BCCC (presentation will be in Spanish). Spanish instructor Jose Mendoza will conduct the session. Spanish versions of the parent’s brochure will be provided, as well as information about our curriculum programs. For more information contact Admissions Director Michele Mayo at 252-940-6233 or Michele.Mayo@BeaufortCCC.edu.

People Helping People scholarship recipients announced

 

Beaufort County Community College and the State Employees Credit Union (SECU) Foundation have announced the recipients of the People Helping People Scholarship. Misty Steward and Emily Alligood were selected for the award, which provides $5,000 over four semesters to help pay for tuition, books, fees, course supplies and transportation.

Both recipients are first-year students at BCCC. Steward is enrolled in the business administration program, and Alligood is pursuing an Associate in Science degree.

The SECU Foundation scholarships are funded solely by SECU members, whose $1 monthly checking account maintenance fee is routed to the SECU Foundation. The scholarship selection committee considers students who exemplify the philosophy of “People Helping People” by demonstrating leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement.

Each year the SECU Foundation offers two scholarships at each of North Carolina’s 58 community colleges, for a total of 116 scholarships.

For more information, contact BCCC Financial Aid Director Jo Woolard at 252-940-6219.

BCCC Foundation Scholarship recipients announced

The Beaufort County Community College Foundation has announced its scholarship recipients for the fall 2015 semester. These scholarships are made possible by generous donors in the community, and they support educational opportunities for students who will become productive members of the community — tomorrow’s nurses, technicians, teachers, first responders and more.

The BCCC Foundation has awarded 68 scholarships totaling $59,720. Scholarship recipients for fall 2015 include:

James E. and Evelyn Smith III Scholarship

Christy Jones of Washington is the recipient of the James and Evelyn Smith Scholarship. She is enrolled in the human services technology program and would like to remain in Washington, working to make the community better.

This endowment was established in 2007 by Mandy S. Jones to commemorate her parents’ lifelong love of learning and to honor their positive attitude toward life. It provides an annual scholarship for a student in the human services field.

 

 

Lane Scholarship

Suzanne Hamilton is the recipient of the Harold and Louise Lane Scholarship. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Bible and theology and a minor in counseling. She is enrolled in the associate degree in nursing program and would like to pursue her bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Established in 1998 in memory of Harold Alton Lane Jr. and in honor of Constance Lane Howard by their parents, Harold Lane Sr. and his wife Louise, this endowment provides annual scholarships to students in the nursing or associate degree programs.

 

 

James Franklin and Hannah Roberson Bagwell Scholarship

Brandy Holliday of Washington, the daughter of Pauline and Luke Holliday, is the recipient of the Bagwell Scholarship. She is enrolled in the human services technology program and plans to continue her education at East Carolina University.

Established in 1997, this endowment funds annual scholarships in memory of William Riley and Rosa Watson Roberson and William “Bill” Roberson Bagwell. The recipients of these awards must be high school or GED graduates enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program, must demonstrate financial need and must show academic promise.

 

Lucy W. Burgess Scholarship

Ashley Paszt of Pinetown, the daughter of Ricky and Debbie Paszt, is the recipient of the Lucy Burgess Scholarship. She is pursuing her associate degree and plans to transfer to Western Carolina University to major in health science and pursue a career in physical therapy.

Established in 1996 as a memorial to Lucy W. Burgess, a former resident of Beaufort County and long-term employee of the N.C. Department of Social Services, this annual scholarship is awarded to a student receiving assistance or services from the Department of Social Services.

 

 

To learn more about the numerous scholarships available through the BCCC Foundation, call 252-940-6218 or visit http://www.beaufortccc.edu/founda/fndhome.htm. For more information on establishing a memorial or honorary scholarship, contact Foundation Director Serena Sullivan at 252-940-6326.