Spotlights
When Fran Musolino moved to Cleveland County in 2014, she brought with her 27 years of professional experience from IBM, a strong work ethic and a willingness to embrace a new chapter. What she did not have at the time was a college degree, and finding a job in a new…
Spotlights
When Fran Musolino moved to Cleveland County in 2014, she brought with her 27 years of professional experience from IBM, a strong work ethic and a willingness to embrace a new chapter. What she did not have at the time was a college degree, and finding a job in a new…
Spotlights
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…
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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…
Program News
The energy level on campus jumped a notch with the arrival of Nikki Hudson, the new EMS Program Coordinator. Nikki officially joined the team on October 1 and brings over a decade of experience in emergency medical services and education. Her vision and passion are already setting the stage for an exciting future for the…
Spotlights
Joedonnas Bennett was juggling two jobs, trying to provide for her children, and dreaming of a better, more secure future for all of them. She realized that if things were going to change, she had to take action. She was smart enough to know that “life doesn’t have to be what you’re used to.” In…
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Meet Jaime Henderson, Work-Based Learning Coordinator at Cleveland Community College. Enjoy her story of resilience, determination, and the life-changing impact of community college education. Once lost in the maze of life without a high school diploma, I found my way back, thanks to the transformative power of education and the unwavering support of Cleveland Community…