Virtual Open House LIVE Session Fall 2021
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Breakout Sessions
| Academic and Support Services | |
| Programs | Academic Skills Center, Library, TRiO, Accessibility Services |
| Presenters | Bruce Pomeroy, Dr. Angela Kearney, Dr. Felita Carr |
| Lead Presenter | Dr. Felita Carr |
| Session Description | Academic and Support Services session will provide information on Accessibility Services, TRIO (Student Support Services), The Academic Skills Center and The Library. Each department offers academic support for all students by fostering a positive academic mindset, knowledge of resources, and belonging within the campus community. Through services provided, students can develop skills that promote success, practice leadership and become self-directed learners through the delivery of centralized, high-quality academic support services that are responsive to the student's needs. |
| Biotech & Advanced Technology | |
| Programs | Bioprocessing, Welding, Machining, HVAC, Applied Engineering, Plumbing, Electrical, & Wastewater Management |
| Presenters | Vic McCormick, Brian Worley |
| Lead Presenter | Vic McCormick |
| Session Description | Students will learn about Bioprocessing Technology, Workforce Development, Advanced Technology and our new Bio blend program |
| Business and Information Technology | |
| Programs | Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship Certificate, Information Technology, Cybersecurity Degree, Medical Office Administration, Paralegal Technology, Small Business Center |
| Presenters | Sirus Forghani, Scott Creech, Jennifer Williford, Marjorie Parker, Pat Killette, Tiffany Ruiz |
| Lead Presenter | Sirus Forghani |
| Session Description | Please join us to learn more about Business and Information Technology at JCC. We will highlight our current degree and certificate pathways and explain how to get one-on-one consultation through our Small Business Center! |
| Career Services | |
| Programs | Career Services Center |
| Presenters | Danielle Hussey, Letitia Rawlinson |
| Lead Presenter | Danielle Hussey |
| Session Description | Jump Start Your Career!! For many, college is both the first and final stop before the professional world. To transition smoothly from the classroom to the workplace takes preparation. JCC Career Services has resources to assist you in the journey. Check us out! |
| College Transfer | |
| Programs | Associate in Science, Associate in Arts |
| Presenters | Dawn Dixon, Elizabeth Baker |
| Lead Presenter | Dawn Dixon |
| Session Description | Join this session for information about JCC's College Transfer Programs! Learn about the different Associate degrees that can transfer to 4-year colleges and universities. Plus, find out what our guaranteed admissions program with NC State, ECU, UNCW, UNCF and NC A&T! |
| Education Programs | |
| Programs | A.A. and A.S.-Teacher Preparation, Early Childhood Education, Pathway to Teacher Assistant, Effective Teacher Training |
| Presenters | Tonia Padrick and Nikki Leonard |
| Lead Presenter | Tonia Padrick |
| Session Description | Do you want to be a teacher? In this session you will learn about the multiple opportunities at JCC to start you on the path that best fits your goals. We have classes leading to a highly qualified teacher assistant or substitute to a two year associate degree leading to teacher licensure (B-K, K-5, SPED, Middle or High School), with a variety of certificate and diploma options in between. |
| Engineering | |
| Programs | Associate in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Presenters | Aaron Brickman, Mohamed Abdelrahman |
| Lead Presenter | Aaron Brickman |
| Session Description | This session will focus on the extracurricular community the engineering department has fostered, enabling students to apply their class knowledge into community/college supporting projects. We will also showcase the project-orientated curriculum within the AE pathway. |
| Financing College | |
| Programs | Business Office, Financial Aid, Foundation Scholarships |
| Presenters | Teresa Addison, Lindsey Parnell, and Nikki Gregory |
| Lead Presenter | Lindsey Parnell |
| Session Description | Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us as we discuss what you’ll need to know about financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans. |
| Healthcare | |
| Programs | Nurse Aide - NAI, NAII, Geriatric Aide, Phlebotomy, Cardiovascular Technicians, Nursing Associate Degree, Radiography, Sonography - Cardiovascular and Medical, Medical Assisting, Massage Therapy |
| Presenters | Connie Grady, Angela Swank, and Amber Powers |
| Lead Presenter | Angela Swank |
| Session Description | Come hear about the exciting careers you can have in Healthcare after completing your certifications at JCC. Faculty will share the admissions requirements, curriculum information, and job outlook with participants during this session. |
| Public Safety | |
| Programs | Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice-Forensic Science, Fire Technology, EMS, EMT, Fire Academy |
| Presenters | Mark Sullivan, Cindy Sullivan, Alan Jenkins, Joseph Behrend, Brittany Baker |
| Lead Presenter | Mark Sullivan |
| Session Description | Members of the Public Safety team ( EMS, Fire and Criminal Justice) will be on hand to give a brief overview of their areas and be available for a short Q&A. You will meet the members you can contact for more questions and assistance to join our programs. |
| Services & Hospitality | |
| Programs | Culinary, Community Spanish Interpreter, Cosmetology, Income Maintenance Caseworker, Health and Fitness |
| Presenters | Verna Ortiz Manni, Jennifer Wells, Josh Sanderson, Kelly Williams |
| Lead Presenter | Jennifer Wells |
| Session Description | Learn about programs providing education in Services and Hospitality professions such as Culinary, Community Spanish Interpreter, Cosmetology, Income Maintenance Caseworker, and Health & Fitness. |
| Spanish Language Session | |
| Programs | Explanation of services and processes in Spanish as well as a highlight on Spanish language programs |
| Presenters | Maria Mora, Dr. Jennifer Servi-Roberts |
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Lead Presenter |
Maria Mora |
| Session Description | Infórmate sobre el proceso de admisión a JCC, los servicios de soporte, y los programas que ofrecemos en español. |
| Transportation / Diesel Technology | |
| Programs | Truck Driver Training and Heavy Equipment and Diesel Technology |
| Presenters | Johnny Green, Kiara Pittman |
| Lead Presenter | Kiara Pittman |
| Session Description | Looking for a great paying job and a rewarding career in the Transportation Industry? Then join us for this session as we discuss JCC’s Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology Program (Diesel Mechanics) and Truck Driver Training Program (Class A CDL License). Both of these career fields are in high demand and offer high paying jobs right out of school. |
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