Davidson County Community College
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| Motto: | Your Connection to the future |
| Established: | 1958, Industrial Education Center 1963, Davidson County Community College |
| Type: | Public |
| President: | Dr. Mary E. Rittling |
| Faculty: | 212 [1] |
| Students: | 2303[2] |
| Location: | Lexington, North Carolina, United States () |
| Colors: | "DCCC" Blue, white, and black |
| Mascot: | The "Storm" |
| Athletics: | NJCAA, Division III, Region 10 |
| Website: | www.davidsonccc.edu |
Davidson County Community College (DCCC) is a multi-campus [3] public, two-year higher-education institution. The Davidson Campus is located in Lexington Davidson County, North Carolina. The Davie Campus, is located in Mocksville, Davie County, North Carolina.
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[edit] History
Originally chartered in 1958 as an Industrial Education Center [4] DCCC provided education and skills to assist the community in transitioning from an agricultural to a manufacturing-based economy. In 1963, enrollment consisted of 51 students in adult education and service programs with 125 students enrolled in vocational and technical courses.
Officially chartered as Davidson County Community College in 1965, the college began offering a larger variety of degrees and certificates including Associate in Arts and Associate in Science. College transfer courses were added in 1966.[5]
Currently, there are several projects planned or currently underway for new facilities on both the Davidson and Davie campuses.
In April 2008, DCCC was placed in the national spotlight by a visit from former President Bill Clinton, on the campaign trail for his wife.
[edit] Academics Programs & Majors
2007-2008 Academic Course List
| Agriculture and Animal Science Careers | |||
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| Biotechnology | Viticulture & Enology | Zoo & Aquarium Science | |
| Business Management & Finance Careers | |||
| Accounting | Business Administration | Human Resources Management | Motorsports Management |
| Operations Management | |||
| College Transfer Options - Associate Degrees in: | |||
| Arts | Fine Arts | General Education | Science |
| Community and Human Service Careers | |||
| Community Spanish Interpreter | Cosmetology | Esthetics | Therapeutic Massage |
| Computer Technologies | |||
| Computer Information Technology | Computer Programming | Networking Technology | |
| Education Careers | |||
| Early Childhood Education | Lateral Entry Teacher Education | Special Education | Teaching Assistant |
| Engineering and Industrial Technologies | |||
| Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration | Electrical/Electronics Technology | Electronics Engineering Technology | Industrial Systems Technology |
| Welding | |||
| Health Science Careers | |||
| Cancer Information Management | Emergency Medical Science | Health Information Technology | Histotechnology |
| LPN to ADN Option | Medical Assisting | Medical Laboratory Technology | Nursing - ADN |
| Nursing Assistant I & II | Pharmacy Technology | Phlebotomy | Physical Therapy Assistant |
| Therapeutic Massage | |||
| Public Safety and Law Careers | |||
| Basic Law Enforcement Training | Criminal Justice | Fire Protection | Paralegal |
| Transportation Careers | |||
| Automotive Systems Technology | Motorcycle Mechanics | Race Car Performance | Truck Driver Training |
[edit] Administration
| President: | Dr. Mary Rittling (bio) |
| Current Board of Trustees: | Thom C. Hege - Chairperson Beth B. Parrott - Vice Chairperson |
[edit] Davie Campus and Off-Site Locations
[edit] Davie Campus
Originally opened as a satellite campus in 1994 [6] the Davie Campus is located in Mocksville, NC.
The Davie campus contains most of the same offices and services seen on the Davidson campus. Continuing Education, GED, and limited curriculum courses are offered. The Early College, a program allowing high school students to earn college credit while still in High School, is also a large segment of the students on the Davie Campus.
As of December 2007 several construction projects are planned or in process on the Davie Campus. [7]
[edit] Uptown Lexington and Thomasville Education Center
Uptown Lexington and the Thomasville Education Center provide Basic Skills/Continuing Education, GED, and other courses.
Uptown Lexington opened in 2004 [8] and the Thomasville Education Center opened in 2005 [9] both sponsored by various local businesses and supporters.
[edit] Davie Education Center
On April 14, 2008 the Davie Education Center [10] opened to the public. The space was purchased by the DCCC Foundation and provides Small Business Center information, curriculum, and continuing education courses.
[edit] Other Locations
There are also various locations throughout Davidson and Davie counties that host classes and workshops, these include local high schools and other venues.
[edit] Foundation & Alumni Association
The Foundation assists in the development of college programs, services, and scholarships. Established in 1968, the Davidson County Community College Foundation, Inc. is considered a non-profit educational and charitable organization. Currently, the Foundation has $9.5 million in scholarships and funds.[11]
Annually, the Foundation sponsors various events, fundraisers, and activities. The Scholarship Golf Tournament recruits local businesses and community figures to support and sponsor various holes and players. The 2007 tournament raised $33,000. [12] The other major event, Campus Fund Drive, is a two-week campaign to encourage faculty, staff, and community to donate towards an annual goal. The 2007 CFD goal was $30,000. [13]
[edit] Foundation Mission Statement
Davidson County Community College Foundation, Inc., supports the development of the community by enhancing the capacity of the College to provide high quality programs and services and to enable individuals to achieve educational career goals which results in economic growth of the community. [14]
[edit] DCCC Alumni Association
The Alumni Association attempts to connect the approximately half million students [15] who attended since 1963. Alumni are asked to volunteer time and support for college events and fundraisers. Alumni are extended various benefits for joining the association including access to campus facilities and services.
[edit] External links
- Davidson County Community College Homepage
- North Carolina Community College System Homepage
- College Foundation of North Carolina - Davidson County Community College Profile
[edit] References
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