Author: Paula Vess

As the end of December approaches, another valued teammate prepares to retire. Chris Osborne, whose career has been defined by service and compassion, will retire after 16 years of dedicated service to CCC’s students. Chris’s journey into higher education wasn’t a straight line. After earning a bachelor’s degree in business from Gardner-Webb University, he spent […]

Recently, representatives from the AgSouth Farm Credit office in Shelby presented a $5,000 check to Cleveland Community College’s EMS program. “We are grateful to great community partners like Ag South, who provide support to our Public Safety programs,” said Tony Fogleman, vice president of workforce development. “Their partnership ensures that our local communities have trained […]

Cleveland Community College celebrated student achievement and local workforce growth during the Apprenticeship Cleveland annual graduation and signing ceremony held on Tuesday, November 18. This year, the program recognized 10 graduates who completed their apprenticeships and earned certificates, diplomas, or degrees from CCC, along with their Journeyworker certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor. “Congratulations […]

The Cleveland Community College Foundation recently gathered friends, colleagues, and community members in Keeter Auditorium for a special naming ceremony honoring Dr. Dorothy P. “Dottie” McIntyre. Dr. McIntyre is a cherished educator, leader, and friend whose 45 years of service helped shape the heart and mission of Cleveland Community College. Dr. McIntyre began her CCC […]

When you meet Steve Padgett, for the first or fiftieth time, you are always greeted with a big smile and a firm handshake. You immediately recognize an energy and passion in him. You can’t help but think to yourself that this guy never stops. Now, after more than 60 years of working and two distinct […]

Returning to school as an adult wasn’t easy, but it changed everything. After more than a decade away from school, Miranda Parks made the life-changing decision to earn her GED. What pushed her forward wasn’t just the dream of a better future; it was her son. She wanted to show him, by example, that it’s […]

Event celebrates Dot Roark’s legacy and opens C19’s new studio On Thursday, August 28, 2025, Cleveland Community College celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of the new home for C19, the College’s public access television channel. Faculty, staff, students, and community members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that honored the channel’s rich history […]

On July 10, Cleveland Community College proudly celebrated 29 graduates from its College and Career Readiness program. These individuals achieved a significant milestone by earning either an adult high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate, such as the GED. Several distinguished guests attended the ceremony, including Dr. Stephen Fisher, superintendent of Cleveland County […]

Overcoming Life’s Challenges to Finish High School Makenzie’s high school journey was interrupted in 10th grade, right as the COVID-19 pandemic hit. At 16 years old, she worked 60-hour weeks while caring for her sick grandmother. With overwhelming responsibilities, school had to be put on hold. After her grandmother passed away, Makenzie—then just 17—found herself […]