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Graduate Spotlight: Awanna Evans-Moore
April 26, 2023
The decision to return to school can be daunting, especially for adult learners with many responsibilities outside of the classroom. Awanna Evans-Moore is one example of an adult learner and a mom of three children who decided to finish her degree and change careers. Her decision was driven by a desire to be more available … Read More CFCC medical lab tech student turns her curiosity into a career choice
April 26, 2023
From a young age, Kamryn Lee knew she wanted to work in forensics. Her interest led her to consider a career in forensic pathology. Initially, she was open to the amount of time and money she would need to invest in that career pursuit. However, after sampling the four-year university route, Kamryn realized the pace … Read More CFCC’s Associate in Fine Arts program: a launchpad for Gwen Plowman’s future
April 11, 2023
Since childhood, Gwen Plowman, a New Jersey native, had a passion for art and eagerly anticipated her art classes in school. She found art to be a natural outlet for self-expression and decided to pursue a college degree in art education early on. Originally, Gwen planned to study art education at a university in New … Read More CFCC student makes learning a lifelong journey
April 4, 2023
Following her mother’s advice, Jennie Galloway put her musical ambitions aside and studied for a career that would provide her with an income. She dutifully attended Washington State University, earned a degree in math, and began work at GE Nuclear in California where she met her husband. In 1994, Galloway found herself relocating to the … Read More CFCC Marine Tech grad hits the high seas
March 24, 2023
Natalia Renfrew wakes up every morning in love with her job. Despite occasionally rough seas and seasickness, Natalia is thrilled to work in the marine sciences, commenting, “It’s everything I ever wanted.” After graduating from CFCC’s Marine Technology program, she was hired by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) in Gloucester Point, VA. VIMS … Read More CFCC Student Spotlight: Celine Irasubiza
February 24, 2023
CFCC student Celine Irasubiza and her family lived in a refugee camp in Rwanda for ten years before they were selected to immigrate to the United States. The family, which included Celine, her parents, and four younger siblings, traveled to Wilmington, NC, to start their new lives. Upon arrival in the U.S., Celine and her … Read More CFCC exercise science student receives Academic Excellence Award
February 15, 2023
As part of our ongoing effort to showcase the exceptional achievements of our students, we’re proud to introduce our latest CFCC standout: Nicole Davis. Nicole, a Health & Fitness Science major, has been selected to receive the 2023 Academic Excellence Award from the North Carolina Community College System. This prestigious award recognizes students who have … Read More Former optician sets sights on new career in healthcare
February 10, 2023
CFCC student Melissa Russell considered a career in health care following her husband’s health scare. After the couple became foster parents, Russell realized the need for mental health care and decided the time was right to pursue a new career. With her husband’s blessings, Russell leaped into CFCC’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program . ENVISIONING … Read More Army Corps veteran finds next career move through CFCC
January 4, 2023
Brent Springer is a retired veteran who served with the Army Corps of Engineers . Among other tasks during his military career, Springer learned how to operate heavy equipment for building roads and bridges. Shortly after retiring from the military, Springer decided to pursue a career in construction as a civilian. He considered attending a … Read More CFCC health and fitness science student develops youth exercise training program
December 16, 2022
After graduating from Coastal Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in health promotion, Myrtle Beach native, Jordan Hale, moved to Wilmington to pursue a career. She soon realized she wanted to incorporate fitness into a health marketing career. HEALTHY MIX That’s when Hale discovered CFCC’s Health and Fitness Science program. She was looking for a … Read More 