BCCC announces scholarship recipients

Audra Boyd of Pinetown has received the Tayloe’s Hospital Pharmacy Scholarship. Boyd, 38, attended Northside High School and is working toward an associate degree in nursing. She also holds an associate degree in general education from BCCC. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Neal Boyd and mother of one, she plans to get a job and continue to get her bachelor’s degree.

Stephanie Charles of Washington has received the BLB Endowment Scholarship. Charles, 36, attended Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke, Virginia, and is a welding student. Mother of one, she plans to expand her welding experience, build an auto recycling business and work toward a metal artwork business.

Candace Clark of Washington has received the BCCC Trustees Scholarship and the Woodmen Life 623 of Washington Scholarship. Clark, 20, attended Southside High School and is pursuing an Associate of Arts degree. She plans to pursue a career in the medical field. She currently works as a waitress at Down on Main Street.

Voris Evans-Thomas of Belhaven has received the J. Bonner Paul Sr. Scholarship. Evans-Thomas, 50, attended John A. Wilkinson High School and is a business administration student. A mother of two, she plans to start her own food business.

Chelsea Huggins of Washington has received the James Franklin & Hannah Roberson Bagwell Endowment Scholarship. Huggins, 17, attended New Bern High School and is working on an associate degree in nursing. Daughter of David and Janie Martin of New Bern, she plans to continue in the registered nurse to bachelor’s program, and then get her doctorate as a nurse practitioner. Huggins works as a childcare teacher at Unity Christian Academy.

Matthew Jordan of Pinetown has received the Bill Pruitt/St. Thomas Episcopal Scholarship. Jordan, 19, attended Northside High School and is an electrical engineering student. Son of Kurt and Heather Jordan, he plans to work at the Domtar pulp mill. Jordan currently works at Carver Machine Works Material Handling.

Courtney King of Vanceboro has received the James Franklin & Hannah Roberson Bagwell Endowment Scholarship. King, 18, attended Southside High School and is pursuing an associate degree in general education and an associate degree in nursing. After obtaining her associate degree, she plans to work as a registered nurse while attending school online for her bachelor’s degree. Daughter of Deloris Lancaster of Blounts Creek, King is currently employed as a hostess at East Coast Wings and Grill.

Natalie Melanson of Washington has received the Jarla Grey Bowers Scholarship. Melanson, 26, attended Washington High School and is pursuing an associate degree in nursing. She is the daughter of Patti and Richard Whitley of Pitt County, wife of Coby Kellum and mother of two. She plans to work as a pediatric nurse. She currently works as the lead auditor/quality assurance specialist at AAF Flanders Corp.

Samuel Patti of Washington has received the Louise & Dorsey Welch Endowment Scholarship. Patti, 18, attended Pungo Christian Academy and is a health and physical education student. Son of Brooks and Teresa Patti of Washington, he plans to teach health and P.E. at Washington High School. Patti currently works at the docks of the Washington Yacht & Country Club.

Matthew Taum of Ayden has received the Franklin Bagwell Scholarship. Taum, 26, is a criminal justice student. He plans to continue his education at Wesleyan College to get a bachelor’s degree in forensic science.

 

BCCC classes offered

The following classes are available through the Continuing Education Department at BCCC. To register, call 252-940-6375 or email continuingeducation@beaufortccc.edu.

Small Engine Repair

Students will learn to become their own repairperson and enjoy learning to fixing their stuff. In this class, students will gain the skills needed to diagnose, repair and maintain both two-cycle and four-cycle engines. These include weed eaters, tillers, chain saws, leaf blowers and small lawn mowers. Students will receive classroom instruction and hands-on experience. Students are encouraged to bring their own equipment to the shop for tune-up and repair. The program costs $78.75 and runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6-9 p.m., from Sept. 13 through Oct. 6, and again from Oct. 25 through Nov. 17.

Bow Hunting Basics

This sport is gaining popularity with women and men in eastern N.C. Here’s an opportunity to learn all about it without having to purchase any equipment. The class provides bows and arrows for left- and right-handers. Students will experience the fun of archery and learn to apply those skills to hunting. Students will learn about game species, the seasons for each, rules and etiquette for bow hunting, equipment choices, local resources for hunting and tournaments. Every evening, the class will use the BCCC range to practice using the bows and arrows. The fee is just $55. The Monday classes run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and take place from Sept. 12 through Oct. 3.

Yoga

Sharon Owens is a Kripalu yoga-certified instructor, and she will lead students to practice movement, breathing work and meditation to become present in the moment and fully alive. The stretching is gentle, and the benefits are immeasurable. Students will need to bring their own mat. Other equipment will be supplied. The program costs $36 and runs on Thursdays from 5:30-6:45 p.m. from Sept. 8 through Oct. 13, and again from Oct. 27 through Dec. 15.

Line Dancing

This popular class now has more sessions and more time allotted. It is healthy because the exercise in each session is gentle and moderate. It improves memory while students learn the various dances. They will learn 20 different styles and enjoy getting ready for weddings and holiday parties. It’s just plain fun! This class takes place on Mondays from 5:30-7 p.m. from Sept. 12 to Oct. 17, and again from Nov. 7 to Dec. 12. There will also be a set of Tuesday morning classes from 10-11:30 a.m. from Sept. 6 to Nov. 1, and from Nov. 8 to Dec. 13.

Tai Chi

Participants can wake up and stretch using this ancient Chinese exercise art. This class meets two mornings each week to give students sessions of gentle stretching. Tai Chi improves strength, flexibility and bone density, and it maintains muscle mass.

Participants often report that they just feel better. The Monday and Wednesday classes run from 9-10:30 a.m. and take place from Sept. 12 through Oct. 19. A second class will take place on the same days and times from Oct. 24 to Nov. 30. The cost is $45.

Golf Fundamentals

BCCC has got the clubs and the space for students to learn the basics of golf. BCCC’s health and fitness instructor, Ron Baldwin, will coach this four-session class. Students will spend three classes at the Terrapin Track Golf Course. They will enjoy the fall evenings and learn to address the ball, proper stance, grip the club, hip rotation, weight shift, target the shot, proper etiquette and rules. This $45 class runs on Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. from Sept. 13 to Oct. 4.