CFCC names Brandon Guthrie vice president for academic affairs

Wilmington, NC – Brandon Guthrie has been named the vice president of academic affairs at Cape Fear Community College. He was appointed by President Jim Morton and approved by the Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees at their September 22nd meeting.

“I am thrilled to have Brandon Guthrie assume this new leadership position at the college,” said CFCC President Jim Morton. “In his time at Cape Fear, Guthrie has demonstrated excellent leadership and problem-solving skills, and he has a true passion for his work.”

“Cape Fear Community College is a tremendous asset to our community,” said Guthrie. “Our faculty members work hard daily to provide incredible learning opportunities for our students. I am honored to lead such a dedicated group of professionals.”

Guthrie most recently served as Interim Vice President of University Transfer at CFCC. He has been with the college full-time since 2010 and has served as a faculty member, department chair, and Dean of Arts and Humanities.

Before joining Cape Fear Community College, he taught for Western Carolina University and worked for the National Park Service at Cape Lookout National Seashore.

Guthrie is active in New Hanover and Pender Counties and has been recognized by many statewide organizations for his leadership. This year, he was selected as the president of the North Carolina Community College AFA Association and administrator of the year by the North Carolina Art Educator’s Association. In addition, he has served on the Board of Directors for New Hanover County Arts Council, No Boundaries Inc., and the Cameron Art Museum Education Committee.

Guthrie holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from Western Carolina University and a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and Studio Art from UNC-Wilmington. Guthrie has a passion for higher education and has dedicated his career to helping students achieve their career and educational goals.