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Need help for a small business? RCCC offer resource fair

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 9:03am

Need help for a small business? RCCC offer resource fair

SALISBURY - Small business owners, start-ups and aspiring entrepreneurs will have a chance to connect with dozens of local and state business assistance providers at the Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 15 at the Cabarrus Government Center, 65 Church St. in downtown Concord.

The free mid-day event, in celebration of Small Business Week, includes lunch, and brings to one location business assistance representatives and government agencies to answer questions and distribute information about what business owners and prospective owners need to start, grow and succeed.

“Since most small business owners and potential owners are unaware of all the free resources available to them, the fair will make it convenient to gather as much business information as possible in one day,” said Barbara Hall, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Small Business Center director, one of the organizers.

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RCCC set to graduate one of its largest ever classes

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Thursday, May 9th, 2013, 7:38am

RCCC set to graduate one of its largest ever classes

SALISBURY - Nearly 1,000 graduates will receive associate degrees, diplomas and certificates at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s 49th graduation ceremony Saturday, May 11.

Given the college’s 50th anniversary this year, it is a very special graduation, according to school officials.

The 985 graduates range in age from 17 to 71 (average age is 31), with 67 percent female and 33 percent male. Forty-five percent of the graduates live in Rowan County, with 41 percent from Cabarrus County and 14 percent from surrounding counties.

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RCCC touts success of career advisory centers

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Monday, May 6th, 2013, 8:33am

RCCC touts success of career advisory centers

SALISBURY - Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has made great strides to improving the success of its students. The college’s Academic and Career Advising (ACA) Centers were recognized for their outstanding work over the first year of the Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant that funded the startup of the centers.

In September 2011, the college was awarded $1.8 million from the U.S. Department of Education as part of the Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grants. Only one of two colleges in North Carolina to receive this Title III funding, Rowan-Cabarrus hopes to ultimately improve student persistence, retention and graduation rates.

Rowan-Cabarrus used the grant to establish Academic and Career Advising (ACA) Centers on both the North Campus in Rowan County and the South Campus in Cabarrus County.

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"Vintage Prom" rocking Rowan Cabarrus Community College Friday

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Wednesday, April 24th, 2013, 7:13am

"Vintage Prom" rocking Rowan Cabarrus Community College Friday

SALISBURY - Who doesn’t love live music, dancing and fun? Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is in celebration mode this year in honor of the college’s 50th anniversary.

“As the college celebrates our 50th anniversary in 2013, we want to thank the community for its support over the last 50 years,” said Spalding. “Join us in celebrating our community and your community college.”

The college’s first ever Vintage Prom will feature live music, drinks, dancing and fun at the Salisbury Depot on Friday, April 26 from 7-11 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite attire from any era or culture.

“If that means your actual prom dress – great! Or if you’ve got a dress from a wedding that you never got the opportunity to wear again, that’s perfect, too.

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A unique, fun, and challenging open house at RCCC at the NCRC

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Friday, April 12th, 2013, 12:32pm

A unique, fun, and challenging open house at RCCC at the NCRC

KANNAPOLIS - Rowan-Cabarrus Community College invites people of all ages to its second annual STEM Open House at the college’s teaching facility on the North Carolina Research Campus (NCRC).

On Friday, April 12, from 2-5 p.m., the college will open its doors to the community for a fun, interactive event showcasing the college’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs.

“Almost everything we do in life involves STEM, but not everyone realizes it,” said Dr. Marcy Corjay, dean of the college’s science, biotechnology, mathematics and information technologies. “Science deals with our natural and physical world. Technology has given us iPads, smart phones and computers we use every single day. Engineering includes building things. Mathematics ranges from financial decisions to gaming strategies, such as playing pool or engaging in games of logic.”

The college will have dozens of interactive exhibits for kids and adults of all ages to dazzle the senses and stir curiosity for all things STEM! The community will have the opportunity to perform DNA extraction in the college’s science labs, help a robot disarm a simulated bomb and even engage in making bouncy balls and firefighting.

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STEM Open House at RCCC on Friday

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Thursday, April 11th, 2013, 7:49am

SALISBURY - Rowan-Cabarrus Community College invites people of all ages to its second annual STEM Open House at the college’s teaching facility on the North Carolina Research Campus (NCRC).

On Friday, April 12, from 2-5 p.m., the college will open its doors to the community for a fun, interactive event showcasing the college’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs.

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Literary and Fine Arts Festival at RCCC this week

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Monday, April 8th, 2013, 7:42am

Literary and Fine Arts Festival at RCCC this week

SALISBURY - Music, drama, literature and fine arts will come to life next week at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Literary & Fine Arts Festival. The second annual festival was developed by Rowan-Cabarrus faculty and is free, family-friendly and open to the public.

“Many of our students at Rowan-Cabarrus are managing family responsibilities, career, and the demands of their studies. Consequently, they may not have the time or means to appreciate literature and the fine arts,” said Dr. Carol S. Spalding, president of Rowan-Cabarrus. “The Literary & Fine Arts Festival is a special event that we created to make sure that our students have an opportunity to engage in activities and celebrations focusing on literature and fine arts.”

The festival is collaboration between the English and fine arts faculty at the college and leverages the expertise and creativity of Rowan-Cabarrus faculty and their literary and fine arts associates to provide a yearly festival that will grow annually. The festival will also include music and drama this year.

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