Employee Spotlight: Mark Westfall
April 17, 2024
As we celebrate National Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 18, it’s fitting to spotlight someone who embodies this profession’s dedication and expertise. Meet Mark Westfall, the Program Chair of the Electrical Lineworker Training Program at Cape Fear Community College. Mark’s journey to CFCC was paved with over 40 years of experience in the lineman trade, … Read More Employee Spotlight: Melissa Watson
April 15, 2024
Information Technology Instructor Melissa Watson has deep roots in Wilmington, where she was born and raised. After the birth of her son, Melissa pursued flexible part-time work as a radio DJ and voiceover actress for local TV ads. Her passion for education led her to return to college, earning both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. … Read More Employee Spotlight: Jim Clark
April 2, 2024
Jim Clark, the Technical Services Librarian at CFCC, has had a varied career path, working in several different industries before finding his passion in education. He pursued a degree in Library and Information Science and became CFCC’s archivist, focusing on preserving the college’s history. His efforts are appreciated by his colleagues, including Jacob Deininger, who … Read More Employee Spotlight: Casey Errante
March 13, 2024
Wilmington native Casey Errante developed a love for teaching from an early age. Her first classroom was the Atlantic Ocean, where she taught surfing lessons during the summer at Wrightsville Beach. Her teaching journey also includes instructing middle schoolers on health courses during a stint in Uruguay and coaching soccer. Casey initially pursued business management … Read More Employee Spotlight: Kelly Jordan-Hall
March 4, 2024
Nurse Aide Program Senior Administrative Technician Kelly Jordan-Hall is a local through and through. Born in Wilmington, she moved to Hampstead during her elementary school years. Her education continued at Topsail High in Hampstead, where she developed a fondness for English and History classes. After graduating high school, Kelly faced uncertainty regarding her future educational … Read More Employee Spotlight: Thomas Massey
February 14, 2024
Social and Behavioral Sciences Department Chair Thomas Massey grew up with a fascination for U.S. history. He was curious how the British colonies in America could rise so quickly from independence to become the global power that the United States is today. So, he enrolled in American Studies and History at Swansea University in Wales … Read More Employee Spotlight: Mary Elizabeth McIntosh
February 6, 2024
Upward Bound Director Mary Elizabeth McIntosh is originally from Wilmington, NC. She attended New Hanover and Hoggard high schools during a redistricting transition period when Ashley High School was coming into existence. Mary Elizabeth has worked in higher education for over 15 years. Currently, she serves as the Director of Upward Bound, a grant program … Read More Employee Spotlight: Lindsay Kaldon
January 22, 2024
Nuclear Technology instructor Lindsay Kaldon dreamed of being an astronaut from a young age. She studied biographies of NASA astronauts and noticed most of them went through the Air Force or another branch of the military before joining NASA. Pursuing her dream, Lindsay enlisted in the Air Force. Shortly after enlisting, the shuttle program was … Read More Employee Spotlight: Erin Easton
January 10, 2024
Workforce Training & Development Director Erin Easton hails from upstate New York where she excelled as a high school athlete, earning a full athletic scholarship to Ohio University for track and field. As a first-generation college student, Erin’s journey in Ohio not only led her to academic success but also to meeting her future husband. … Read More Employee Spotlight: Pete Doucet
December 12, 2023
After retiring from the Marine Corps, Pete Doucet began a new chapter in his career. He enrolled at The Chef’s Academy in Raleigh at the age of 50. Having faced challenges in high school, Pete chose a different path and enlisted in the Marine Corps, dedicating 20 years to the infantry. Following his military service, … Read More 