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HISTORY
Through the concerted efforts of concerned and
united Catawba County citizens and North Carolina
educational leaders, on April 3, 1958, Catawba Valley Community College was established by the North
Carolina Department of Public Instruction as the ninth
school of its kind in the state.
Construction of the original facilities began in
1959. The 40,000 square foot building costing approximately $500,000 was completed in August 1960.
An initial enrollment of seventy-seven (77) students
began classes in September of the same year.
From 1960 to 1963, the College operated under the
jurisdiction of the Catawba County Board of Education. During this time the College was known as the
Catawba County Industrial Education Center.
In July 1963, the General Assembly of North
Carolina enacted into law G.S. 115A which provided
for the establishment of the present North Carolina
System of Community Colleges. On January 9, 1964,
Catawba Valley Technical Institute was among the
original seven institutes chartered by the Department. At that time, CVTI established its own Board
of Trustees and began operation as a member of the
Department of Community Colleges. Thus, it was in
August 1964, that the College awarded its first Associate Degree in Applied Science.
It was during the transition from an Industrial
Education Center to Technical Institute that great
strides began in expanding educational programs,
increasing student enrollment, developing quality instruction, adding facilities, and increasing community
acceptance and service.
On September 1, 1979, the name of the institution was changed to Catawba Valley Technical College by the Trustees and commissioners of Catawba
County. On December 1, 1987, the State Board of
Community Colleges officially approved CVTC to
become Catawba Valley Community College and the
College Transfer program was approved. The College continues as a publicly supported coeducational
institution.
Mission Statement
The mission of Catawba Valley Community College
is to empower individuals and enrich the community
by providing quality education and workforce training
for economic and personal development.
Institutional Goals
College benchmarks of accountability will be
met or exceeded for all institutional goals.
To enhance student learning, College personnel will
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Foster effective internal and external
communications.
Manage enrollment to meet program,
employer, and student needs.
Promote a positive image of the College
to the external community.
Evaluate and integrate appropriate
technology.
Plan processes for the efficient utilization
of resources to meet program and service
needs of the community.
Respond to the educational needs of a
diverse student population.
Provide for adequate physical facilities to
meet program and service needs.
Secure additional funding and other
resources to supplement local, state,
and federal budgets.
Create a positive campus environment.
VISION STATEMENT
As Catawba Valley Community College prepares
for dynamic changes in the local economy, a new
path for growth is becoming a community necessity.
A group of investors in the educational process has
developed a vision for the institution. To identify
and meet the needs of the constituency is only a part
of the mission of the institution. How the college
meets these needs becomes the vision.
The vision of CVCC is to become the benchmark community college in the system by which all
other programs and services are measured.
The vision will be accomplished by identifying
positive outcomes, community needs, and the tools
that will be essential in becoming the benchmark
Community College in the system.
LOCATION
Catawba Valley Community College, located
about half way between Hickory and Newton on
Highways 70 and 321, is in Catawba County, North
Carolina.
Situated in the heart of the Piedmont some 1,175
feet above sea level, CVCC is easily accessible over
Interstate 40, Highways 321, 70, 16 and 127. It is
within seven miles of a commercial airport and approximately 50 miles from metropolitan Charlotte.
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The campus covers approximately 120 acres and
includes 12 buildings for a total of 405,647 square feet
of floor space. In addition, there is a college Art Center
on the Startown
Highway and Continuing Education
Centers in downtown Newton and the East Campus.
Alexander Center, a 15,000 square foot building
situated on 4.72 acres at 345 Industrial Boulevard in
Taylorsville was purchased by Alexander County in
2000 as an off-site campus, which opened for classes
March 28, 2003.
The facilities consist of modern brick buildings,
most of which are air conditioned. Included is a
30,000 volume library for the use of both students
and public, a student center and food service area for
leisure relaxation and entertainment, and numerous
classrooms and laboratories all of which are equipped
with modern, up-to-date furniture and equipment.
additional fees. For additional information on the
CAEC and member institutions, please contact the
Registrar.
AIR FORCE ROTC PROGRAM
To prepare themselves to serve as commissioned
officers in the Air Force, students in college transfer
programs to pursue a bachelor’s degree may participate in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
(ROTC) offered by the UNC-Charlotte Department of
Aerospace Studies. Information is available in Student
Services or on the UNCC webpage at the following
address: www.coas.uncc.edu/afrotc/.
HICKORY METRO HIGHER ED
CENTER (HMHEC)
The Hickory Metro Higher Ed Center (HMHEC)
is an educational consortium of colleges and universities that offer community college students and other
adults opportunities to finish their bachelors degrees
from one of the participating colleges and universities.
Graduate degrees are also available. A wide variety
of degree programs are offered with flexible part-time
and full-time schedules and face-to-face and on-line
formats to meet the needs of adult learners with busy
schedules, families, and work commitments. For more
information on degree programs available through
HMHEC, please visit the website HMHEC.org or
contact HMHEC at 828-324-6966, extension 2010.
TRANSFER OF CVCC CREDITS
TO OTHER COLLEGES
Technical, vocational, and certificate programs
of study at Catawba Valley Community College have
been established primarily to prepare individuals for
employment upon completion of studies.
The College Transfer program has been developed
at CVCC to provide opportunities for students to
transfer two years of academic credit to senior colleges
and universities.
Numerous differences exist in the transfer policies
of senior institutions. Therefore, details regarding a
specific institution should be obtained from the CVCC
Student Services Office and/or the senior institution
to which transfer is being considered.
ACCREDITATION
Catawba Valley Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern
Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone
number 404-679-4501) to award Diplomas and Associate Degrees. Most curriculum programs offered
have been approved by the North Carolina State Approving Agency for Veteran’s Education; however,
students should contact the VA certifying official in
Student Services for verification. The College is also
a member of the American Association of Community
Colleges. The Associate Degree Nursing Program is
approved by the North Carolina State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing
(NLN, Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, 33rd
Floor, New York, NY 10006, 212-363-5555, Ext.
153). The program in dental hygiene is accredited
by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has
been granted the accreditation status of “approval
without reporting requirements.” The Commission is a
specialized accrediting body recognized by the United
States Department of Education. The Commission
EDUCATIONAL CONSORTIUM
Catawba Valley Community College is a member of the Charlotte Area Educational Consortium
(CAEC). This organization is composed of 24 colleges and universities working toward attaining the
highest level of collegiate and university education
for the Charlotte Metrolina region. Consortium
members encourage the sharing of resources and energies among institutions and seek to generate creative
ideas for the most effective use of human and other
resources available among institutions.
Foremost among the goals of the Consortium is to
afford students access to broader educational experiences, both curricular and extra-curricular. Full-time
students at regular member colleges and universities
are eligible to participate in the inter-institutional
student exchange program of the Consortium. This
enables them under certain circumstances to enroll in
some courses at other CAEC schools without paying
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on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312)
440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL
60611. The Emergency Medical Science program is
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs in collaboration with
the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs
for the EMT-Paramedic. The Health Information
Technology program is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation for Health Information and Information Mangement Education. The Polysomnography
program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs in
collaboration with the Committee on Accreditation
for Polysomnography. The Radiography program
has applied for accreditation from the Joint Review
Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
The Respiratory Therapy program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs in collaboration with the Committee
on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. The Surgical
Technology program is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
in collaboration with the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and the
commission’s Council on Accreditation and Unit
Recognition. The business programs are accredited
by the Association of Business Schools and Programs.
The Automotive Systems Technology program is ASE
certified by the National Automotive Technicians
Education Foundation.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The North Carolina General Assembly first mandated the Critical Success Factors Report for the North
Carolina Community College System in 1989. The
Report is the means by which the community college
system reports on Performance Standards referred to
as core indicators of success. In February 1999, the
North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges
adopted twelve (12) Performance Standards to ensure
that programs and services offered by community colleges were of sufficient quality. These Performance
Standards focus primarily on student success and
serve as the System’s major public accountability tool.
CVCC met nine (9) of the twelve (12) Performance
Standards (one (1) Performance Standard could not be
measured because of data not being available) for the
2004-2005 year, the latest year that data is available.
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2004-2005 Summary of Performance Standards
Core Indicators of Success
NCCCS Performance
Standards
CVCC Results
*Progress of Basic Skills
Students
75% progressing within a level
of literacy, completing a level
entered or a predetermined
goal, and completing the level
entered and advancing to a
higher level
88% made progress
*Passing Rates on Licensure &
Certification Exams
For first-time test takers, 80%
aggregate passing rate; no
single exam below 70%
86% aggregate passing rate
for all programs; no programs
below 70% passing rate
*Goal Completion for
Completers
95% exiting with a degree,
diploma, or certificate who met
goal for attending
99% met goal
*Employment Status of
Graduates
95% employed within one year
of last attendance
99.5% employed
Performance of College
Transfer Students
87.1% of CVCC transfers must
have a GPA of 2.0 or higher
after one year at a UNC
institution
84.8% had GPA of 2.0 or higher
(significant improvement over
2002-2003 year)
*Passing Rates of Students in
Developmental Courses
70% completed developmental
English, math, or reading with
a grade of “C” or better
80% completing developmental
English, math or reading had a
grade of “C” or better
Success Rates of Developmental Students in Subsequent
College Courses
No statistically significant difference in performance of developmental students compared
to non-developmental students
in subsequent courses
Data not available
*Satisfaction of Program Completers & Noncompleters
90% indicate that programs
and services meet or exceed
expectations
98% indicated that programs
and services met or exceeded
expectations
*Curriculum Student Retention
& Graduation
60% of fall enrollees either
have completed their program
or enrolled the following fall
67% completed their program
or enrolled the following fall
semester
*Employer Satisfaction with
Graduates
85% of employers surveyed
satisfied with skills of
employees trained/educated
96% of employers satisfied
*Client Satisfaction with
Customized Training
90% of organizations surveyed
satisfied with services provided
100% of organizations satisfied
with services.
Program Unduplicated
Headcount Enrollment
Three-year average annual
headcount minimum of ten
students
One program did not meet
enrollment standard
* Met Standard
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ADMISSIONS
2. Meet with a member of the Student Services
counseling staff to review the Application and to
discuss interests, educational background, and admissions requirements for intended program(s) of study.
If placement testing is determined to be appropriate
for an applicant/student, the counselor will provide a
schedule of dates/times when placement tests may be
taken.
3. Complete the placement tests determined to be
appropriate by the Student Services counseling staff.
Placement test results are used by academic advisors
to place students in appropriate courses and thereby
maximize their opportunities for success. Appropriate
courses may include developmental courses in reading, writing, and/or math. Placement test scores are
not used for determining admission to the College, but
may be required to satisfy certain program of study
requirements.
4. Applicants must have official transcripts sent
from regionally accredited colleges/universities
previously attended.
Completion of high school or equivalent (GED
High School Equivalency) is required for admission
to all associate degree programs and certain diploma
and certificate programs. If completion of high school
or equivalent is a requirement, applicants must provide
official transcripts (from high school or State GED
Office/GED Administrator) evidencing completion.
The high school transcript requirement is waived for
associate degree program applicants who have graduated from a regionally accredited two-year or four-year
college, except for applicants for any program in the
Health and Human Resources Division.
Official high school transcripts/GED and transcripts
from all previously attended colleges are required to be
on file before any certification can be made for VA
benefits or any federal financial aid program.
5. Health Report. A medical examination may be
required.
PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES. A program of services is provided for
students with disabilities. See Student Services for
additional information.
SPECIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
FOR HEALTH PROGRAMS. In addition to the
general procedures to apply for admission to a curriculum program of study, applicants for the health
programs must complete other procedures.
All applicants for health programs must attain
the established minimum placement test scores determined by their department of interest. They must
submit, on CVCC supplied forms, the number of recommendations required by the department of interest,
ENERAL
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In keeping with the philosophy of Catawba Valley
Community College and the North Carolina Community College System, current admissions procedures
reflect the “Open Door” policy. Admission to CVCC
is open to individuals 18 years of age or older regardless of race, color, creed, sex, handicap, or national
origin. Persons under 18 years of age may be admitted
if already a high school graduate or if they possess a
G.E.D. High school students may be admitted under
concurrent (dual) enrollment provisions, Huskins
Bill provisions, and intellectually gifted and mature
student provisions established by the State of North
Carolina.
Admission to the College does not necessarily
mean admission to the curriculum or program desired
by the applicant. A student must satisfy the admissions
requirements for his/her program of study. Applicants
will be admitted to programs as admissions requirements are completed except for programs with limited
enrollment (discussed further below). Applicants may
be admitted to certain programs on a provisional basis
until all admissions requirements are completed. The
Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs or
designee will maintain appropriate documentation
of the specific admissions requirements for each
curriculum program and will provide appropriate
communication of those admissions requirements.
Undocumented Immigrant: The College may
admit undocumented immigrant applicants consistent
with provisions of federal and state laws and regulations in Title 23 of the North Carolina Administrative
Code. Under current State law, undocumented immigrant applicants do not qualify for in-state residency
for tuition and shall be charged at the out-of state
tuition rate for curriculum programs.
No veteran may be certified for Veterans Educational Assistance Benefits (G.I. Bill) until all admissions requirements have been met and an unconditional acceptance has been granted.
Applicants to the College will be held to and
shall maintain the same behavior standards as those
students who are enrolled (see Student Conduct and
Due Process).
ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES
Following are the general procedures to apply for
admission to a curriculum program of study.
1. Complete and submit the standard Application
for Admission & Readmission – Curriculum Programs
(“Application”).
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take the appropriate aptitude test, and participate in a
group/individual interview. Additional vaccinations
and/or health examination may be required for clinical
participation.
Certain health programs require completion of educational experiences in clinical/lab facilities. These
clinical/lab facilities may require students to undergo
criminal background checks and/or drug testing. If a
student is excluded from clinical/lab facilities as a
result of a background check and/or drug testing, the
student may be asked to withdraw from the program.
Some facilities may also require additional vaccinations and/or health examinations.
Enrollment in certain programs is limited and
admission is competitive. The admissions committee
for each program will select the most academically
qualified applicants. For more information regarding
specific criteria, contact the department head for the
program of interest.
Admission into any health program will be contingent upon receipt of a CVCC medical form documenting that the applicant possesses satisfactory physical
and mental health. Facilities for providing health care
services are not available on campus.
PROCEDURES FOR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT (DUAL ENROLLMENT) BY HIGH
SCHOOL STUDENTS. High school students may
concurrently enroll in regularly scheduled CVCC
credit or continuing education courses, except for
adult basic skills, under the following conditions:
Student Eligibility
1. the student must be at least 16 years of age;
2. the student must be recommended by the chief
administrative officer of the high school and
approved by the president of the community
college or designee;
3. the chief administrative officer of the high
school must certify that the student is taking
the equivalent of one-half of a full-time
schedule and is making progress toward
graduation, or (in the case of courses offered
in the summer must certify that the student
took the equivalent of one-half of a
full-time schedule during the preceding year
and is making progress toward graduation;
4. enrollment of high school students cannot
displace adult college students;
5. students may be admitted for any semester on
a space available basis; and,
6. students must meet the same prerequisite and
course admission requirements as adult
college students.
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To enroll, the high school student should first
obtain a “Dual Enrollment Form” from his/her high
school principal. This form should be brought to
CVCC Student Services for approval for curriculum
courses and to the Office of Corporate and Continuing
Education for continuing education courses. Upon
returning the form to the high school principal, final
approval may be granted and the College will advise
the student of registration times and procedures. (The
high school determines if any credit will be granted at
the high school.)
Costs
1. Students enrolling under this provision,
taking eligible courses from the NCCCS
CCL shall be exempt from applicable tuition.
2. Students enrolling under this provision,
taking continuing education courses from the
Continuing Education Master Course List
shall not be exempt from applicable
registration fees.
Course Eligibility
Courses in the NCCCS CCL numbered 100 and above
(except for Cooperative Education (COE), Selected
Topics (SEL), and Seminar Topics (SEM) prefixes)
and/or any continuing education courses from the
Continuing Education Master Course List are eligible
for concurrent enrollment. Eligible courses must meet
the following criteria:
1. Courses numbered 100 and above (except
for Cooperative Education (COE),
Selected Topics (SEL), and Seminar Topics
(SEM) course prefixes) listed in the
College’s approved, electronic program of
study.
2. Continuing Education courses, except for
adult basic skills, listed in the NCCCS
Continuing Education Master Course List.
Other Information
1. Student concurrent enrollment registrations
are to be reported to the NCCCSusing
the regular student registration process.
2. College credits shall be awarded to high
school students upon successful completion
of curriculum courses.
3. Continuing Education credits shall be
awarded to high school students upon successful completion of continuing
education courses.
4. Developmental courses shall not be offered
to concurrently enrolled students.
5. If students meet the curriculum program
admission requirements set forth by the
College and successfully complete the
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using college level textbooks and college
level course material.
4. When a high school course is terminated by a
high school, it will be eligible for offering
under the Huskins Bill in that LEA after
a period of one academic year.
Other Information
1. A NCCCS approved agreement authorizes
the College to report for budget full-time
equivalent (FTE) student membership hours
generated from courses delivered through
this agreement, provided all appropriate
regulations are followed.
2. All Huskins Cooperative Agreements
between a community college and a LEA must certify that courses offered by the
College do not duplicate or substitute for
high school courses that are currently being
offered by a high school in the LEA or have
not been terminated for a period of less than
one academic year. (Waiver Request Form
must be submitted to request an exception).
3. College credits shall be awarded to high
school students upon successful completion
of course/s.
4. Huskins students shall be coded by the
College as T90970.
5. If students meet the curriculum program
admission requirements set forth by the College and successfully complete the
program, they may be awarded a certificate
or diploma.
6. Developmental courses shall not be offered
as Huskins courses.
7. Home school students must apply for classes
through the LEA or non-public governing
body; the agreement will be between the
LEA or non-public governing body and the
College.
8. If the student has special needs, the LEA or
non-public governing body and the College
will cooperatively determine the accommod tion to be provided by each entity.
9. The College shall operate its curriculum
academic calendar consistent with the reporting periods as noted in 23 NCAC
2D.0327(a); however, due to extenuating
circumstances which may result from
offering courses at high schools, the College
may need to schedule some individual
curriculum courses that overlap the
reporting periods as noted in 23 NCAC
2D.0327(a).
program, they may be awarded a certificate or diploma.
6. Concurrently enrolled students shall be coded
by the College as T90980.
PROCEDURES FOR ENROLLMENT
BY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS UNDER
COOPERATIVE PROGRAM AGREEMENTS
(HUSKINS BILL COURSES). The College may
enter into agreements with high school or local boards
of education to make available for the enrichment of
high school students, college level academic, technical, and advanced vocational courses not otherwise
available to them. “Eligible high school students”
may enroll in these courses by completing a CVCC
application for admission and a course planning form.
“Eligible high school students” must meet the following conditions:
Student Eligibility
1. high school students must be in grades 9-12;
2. students must meet the same prerequisite
and course admission requirements as adult
college students; and,
3. students must be recommended by the chief
administrative officer of the high school for
enrollment.
Costs
1. Students shall be exempt from applicable
tuition.
2. Local boards of education may pay for the
cost of textbooks and fees for high school
students enrolled in community colleges.
Course Eligibility
Courses in the NCCCS Common Course Library
(CCL) numbered 100 and above (except for Cooperative Education (COE), Selected Topics (SEL),
and Seminar Topics (SEM) prefixes) are eligible
for inclusion in Huskins Cooperative Agreements
between local boards of education and community
college boards of trustees. Courses shall not supplant
any high school courses and eligible courses must
meet the following criteria:
1. Courses numbered 100 and above (except
for Cooperative Education (COE), Selected Topics (SEL), and Seminar Topics
(SEM) course prefixes) that are listed on the
College’s approved, electronic program of
study.
2. Sections for Huskins Bill courses are
scheduled for the primary purpose of
enrolling high school students.
3. All courses delivered, as part of this
agreement, shall be the same academic rigor
as those delivered to adult college students
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ADMISSIONS CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR INTELLECTUALLY GIFTED AND
MATURE STUDENTS UNDER 16 YEARS OF
AGE. Students under the age of 16 may be admitted
if the following criteria and requirements are met:
Student Eligibility
1. The student must be identified as intellectually gifted and having the maturity to justify
admission to the College;
2. The student must receive approval of the
appropriate person designated in Required
Documentation (3);
3. The student must meet course prerequisites
and placement testing requirements.
4. Students may be admitted to curriculum
courses any semester on a space-available
basis.
Costs
1. Students enrolled under this section will pay
appropriate tuition and fees.
2. Any costs associated with aptitude and
achievement testing are the responsibility of
the student.
Course Eligibility
Courses numbered 100 and above from the
NCCCS Common Course Library (CCL) are
eligible for the enrollment of intellectually gifted
and mature students.
Other Information
1. Registrations of students under 16 years old
are to be reported to the NCCCS Office using the regular curriculum student reporting information system.
2. When the student completes the course or
withdraws therefrom, that fact and the grade
received are to be reported to the NCCCS
Office. This information is collected by the
NCCCS Office to evaluate a state supported
education program in compliance with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
of 1974 sect. 99.31 (a)(3)(iii).
3. Any student under the age of 15 years shall
be accompanied at all times when on the
College campus by a parent or another adult
consented to and designated by the parent in
writing.
4. In addition to the recommendation and approval form in Required Documentation (3),
the College president (or his/her designee)
may conduct an interview of the under 16
years old person to assess the maturity level
of the applicant.
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Required Documentation
1. Aptitude test scores from a NCCCS Office
approved list of tests taken within three years
before the date of admission that include
composite or sub-test scores documenting
percentile ranges from 92% through 99%;
and
2. Achievement test scores from a NCCCS
Office approved list of tests taken within
three years before the date of admission
that include composite and sub-test scores
documenting percentile ranges from 92%
through 99%, and
3. A completed recommendation and approval
form from one of the following:
(a) The local board of education, or the
board’s designee, for the public school
administrative unit in which the student
is enrolled.
(b) The administrator, or administrator’s
designee, of the non-public school in
which the student is enrolled.
(c) The person who provides the academic
instruction in the home school in which
the student is enrolled.
(d) The designee of the board of directors of
the charter school in which the student
is enrolled.
SPECIAL CREDIT STUDENTS. Individuals
may enroll in classes without pursuing a certificate,
diploma, or degree. Persons enrolling under these
circumstances are considered SPECIAL CREDIT
STUDENTS. Special credit students must submit
an application prior to registering the first time.
Placement tests may be required depending upon the
student’s educational background and the prerequisites/corequisites of the courses in which the student
wishes to register. Special credit students who plan
to enter a program of study, but are undecided about a
program of study are classified as undeclared special
credit students. Undeclared special credit students
may complete up to 18 credit hours (other than developmental credit hours). At this point, undeclared
special credit students should see a Student Services
counselor to discuss declaration of a major.
A military veteran may not receive Veterans Educational Assistance Benefits (G.I. Bill) as a special
student.
TRANSFER STUDENTS. Transfer students
may be admitted provided they meet all admission
requirements.
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FEES, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND
FINANCIAL AID
Catawba Valley Community College will accept
credits from regionally accredited colleges. Courses
with grades of “C” or better will be accepted provided
such courses parallel the content of CVCC courses and
are relevant to the student’s program of study.
Grades for transferred courses are not included in
a student’s GPA at CVCC, although the credit hours
are applied toward graduation. See also Residency
Requirements for graduation.
AUDITING STUDENT. Students may attempt
a course as an audit student one time. Students may
not audit a class for which they have received credit
unless justified by a clear benefit connected to a current program of study at CVCC. A student may not
change from an auditing status to a credit status (or
vice versa) unless the change is made within the
scheduled add/withdrawal period or unless approval
is obtained from the Dean of Student Services and the
instructor of the course.
Students wishing to audit a course must satisfy
all requisite requirements for the course just as do
students taking a course for credit.
Students who audit a course will not receive a grade
(other than AU) or credit for the course. Credit will
not be granted under advanced placement procedures
after enrolling in a course as an audit student. Tuition
and fees for auditing a course are the same as those
for enrolling in a course for credit.
Students who audit are required to comply with
class attendance policies, complete assignments, and
participate in class activities. They are not required to
take examinations unless specified by the academic
department.
Students should be aware that audited credit hours
do not qualify for federal financial aid and certain other
grants and/or scholarships.
APPLICANTS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS. Admission to classes in this
division is open to individuals 18 years of age or older.
Individuals less than 18 years old who are high school
graduates or whose high school class has graduated
may also enroll in continuing education courses. High
school students may be admitted under the procedures
outlined under “Procedures for Concurrent Enrollment
by High School Students.” Registration is required
for admission to continuing education courses. For
information about these courses or to reserve a place in
a specific course, individuals should contact the Office
of Corporate and Continuing Education in person or
by telephone.
In keeping with its philosophy, Catawba Valley Community College seeks to provide quality
education and training at the lowest cost possible.
Student tuition and fees cover only a minor part of
the College’s operating expenses. Additional monies
required are obtained through tax funds from Catawba
County, the State of North Carolina, as well as the
Federal Government.
TUITION (Subject to change depending on action
of General Assembly.)
Tuition Per Semester:
North Carolina Residents
16 hrs. or more......................................$632.00
15 hrs. or less (per semester hr.).............$39.50
Out-of-State Residents
16 hrs. or more..................................$3,512.00
15 hrs. or less (per semester hr.)...........$219.50
To be classified as a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes for a given term, a student must satisfy
the requirements to qualify as a “resident for tuition
purposes” as defined in the NC General Statutes. A
student initially classified as an out-of-state resident
for tuition purposes may request a change of residency classification upon meeting the “resident for
tuition purposes” requirements. Detailed information
regarding residency requirements and procedures
for requesting a change in residency classification is
available in Student Services.
It is the student’s responsibility, whether classified
as a resident or non-resident, to report any information
to Student Services which may indicate a need for
reclassification.
As shown above, tuition for students enrolling in
Continuing Education Occupational and Community
Service courses may vary per course. In some instances, however, fees may be established for special
seminars and courses in which more than normal
expenses to the College are incurred. Such charges
may cover the cost of instructional materials and/or
textbooks required in such classes.
Continuing Education Occupational Extension (per
course)
0-10 hours.................................................. $50.00
11-30 hours................................................. $55.00
31-100 hours.............................................. $60.00
100+ hours................................................. $65.00
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(4) no extension registration fee shall be charged of
individuals enrolling in special extension training programs for emergency telecommunication personnel, fire
department personnel, volunteer rescue and lifesaving
personnel, local law enforcement officers, or members
of auxiliaries of such groups, providing the individual
is a member of the group for which training is being
provided; and (5) no extension registration fee will
be charged patients of state alcoholic rehabilitation
centers.
Students eligible for a waiver of tuition for credit
courses must apply in writing for this waiver in the
Business Office.
High school students taking college credit courses
under a cooperative program agreement (Huskins
Bill) or through concurrent enrollment provision are
exempt from applicable tuition (in state and out of
state). Students enrolling in HRD classes may be
eligible for a fee waiver if they meet certain criteria.
OTHER EXPENSES. The cost of books, supplies, and equipment varies from one program of
study to another. Generally, such costs will range
from $50.00 to $500.00 per semester.
COLLECTION NOTICE. The College reserves
the right to use all means necessary to collect any outstanding balances. This may include but is not limited
to the use of NC Set-off Debit, Attorney General’s
Office and/or Collection Agency.
OTHER ACTIONS REGARDING PAST DUE
ACCOUNTS. All previously incurred expenses and
accounts, including library and parking fines, generally must be fully paid before a student may re-enter
at the beginning of any semester and before transcript,
diploma, or certificate will be furnished.
sure; are required to pay a different formula rate per
contact hour.
Other Continuing Education Courses...............varies
FEES AND INSURANCE
(subject to change)
Student Activity Fee (per semester)
14 or more credit hours.............................. $10.50
Per credit hour (up to 14 credit hours)........... $.75
Student Accident Insurance (per semester)....... $1.30
Computer Use and Technology Fee
(Curriculum Students per semester)................ $10.00
Computer Use and Technology Fee
(Continuing Education Students per
technology related course as designated
by Dean of Corporate and Continuing
Education)......................................................... $5.00
Graduation Fee................................................ $36.00
Late Graduation Application Fee.................... $15.00
Liability/Malpractice
(ADN, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Care
Technology, EMS, and Dental
Hygiene Students)........................................... $27.50
Liability/Malpractice
(CNA and Phlebotomy Students).................... $14.50
Service Charge for Returned Checks.............. $25.00
Lab Fees............................................................. TBA
Replacement Fee for Library/Data Card...........$8.00
Accident insurance must be purchased by students
registering for curriculum classes. The premium must
be paid at the time of registration at the beginning of
each semester.
Students enrolled in certain health programs/
courses are required to purchase liability/malpractice
insurance. The premium for this insurance is paid
once annually through the business office.
Certain fees have been approved for testing services. These include fees for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) certification testing, test proctoring for
non-CVCC students, or other special circumstances.
The CVCC testing Center shall maintain the current
fee structure for test proctoring and the coordinator
of educational technology training shall maintain the
current fee structure for MOUS testing.
FEE WAIVERS. In compliance with North
Carolina Statutes and regulations of the Department of
Community Colleges, tuition and fees may be waived
under the following circumstances: (1) North Carolina
residents 65 years of age and older are exempt from
the payment of curriculum tuition and extension
registration fees; (2) no tuition or registration fees
shall be charged curriculum or extension students
who are prison inmates; (3) full-time institutional
staff members may enroll in one credit course or one
non-credit course per semester without tuition charge;
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REFUNDS
CURRIULUM CLASSES. The College follows
the refund policies established by the North Carolina Community College System. The following are
specific guidelines which have been established in
accordance with these policies. Allow a minimum
of two (2) weeks for processing of refund requests.
Refunds for less than $1.00 will not be made.
A full (100 %) tuition refund shall be made if the
student officially withdraws prior to the start date of
the class. Example – If the start date of class as indicated on the student’s schedule is September 1, the
student must withdraw from that class on or before
August 31 to receive a full (100%) tuition refund.
A 75% tuition refund shall be made if the student
withdraws on or before the census date of the class.
The census date for a class is the 10% point of the
class.
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No tuition refund shall be made if the student
withdraws from a class after the census date of that
class. The census date for a class is the 10% point of
the class.
The student activity fee, accident insurance
premium, and some program specific fees (i.e., malpractice insurance fees, processing fees, etc.) are not
refundable unless the student officially withdraws
prior to the start of his/her classes, a student’s class is
cancelled, or the College determines an institutional
error has occurred.
CORPORATE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES. This policy includes all occupational and community service classes. A full refund
will be given if the student officially withdraws from
class prior to the first class meeting. Allow a minimum
of two (2) weeks for processing of refund requests.
Refunds for less than $1.00 will not be made.
After the class begins, a 75% refund of registration
only will be made if the student officially withdraws
from the class prior to or on the 10% point of scheduled hours.
I. FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS
FEDERAL PELL GRANT. This grant is a source
of federal student financial aid which provides eligible
students with a “floor” of financial aid to help defray
the cost of postsecondary education. Student eligibility is primarily based on financial need. Students must
complete the FAFSA application form which may be
obtained at the guidance office of the high school or
the Student Financial Aid office at CVCC.
F E D E R A L S U P P L E M E N TA L
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT. This
is a federal grant which is a “supplement” to the
Pell Grant for students demonstrating the greatest
financial need.
FEDERAL WORK STUDY. This federal program provides jobs for students who have financial
need and must earn a part of their educational expenses. The number of hours worked is based on financial
need and on how the combination of work and study
hours will affect the student’s academic progress.
Assignments are made to the library, administrative
offices, laboratories, and various departments of the
college.
FINANCIAL AID
FEDERAL FAMILY EDUCATION
LOAN PROGRAM
Students who wish to enroll but face financial
difficulties are encouraged to apply for assistance
through the Financial Aid Office. Financial assistance
for educational expenses may be available in the form
of grants, scholarships, loans, or work programs.
Financial need is determined through analysis of an
application completed by the student and parents.
To apply for aid, the student must complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Financial assistance is generally granted on a yearly basis.
Students must be accepted in an approved curriculum
program and demonstrate satisfactory academic progress to be eligible for financial aid.
Students must also demonstrate an “ability to benefit.” A student must have a high school diploma or
a General Education Development (GED) certificate
before receiving any federal aid. The major student aid
programs require that the student: (a) have financial
need, except for some loan programs, (b) have a high
school diploma or GED, (c) be enrolled as a regular
student working toward a degree or certificate in an
eligible program, (d) be a U.S. Citizen or eligible noncitizen, (e) have a valid Social Security Number, (f)
make satisfactory academic progress, and (g) register
with the Selective Service, if required.
See the Academic Standards section in this catalog for
further information regarding the satisfactory academic
progress standards for students receiving financial aid.
A. SUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOAN. This
type of loan is awarded on the basis of financial need.
The federal government pays the interest on the loan
(“subsidizes” the loan) until repayment begins and
during authorized periods of deferment. Interest is at
a variable rate, not to exceed 6.8 percent, adjusted each
July 1. First year students may borrow up to $2,625
for a full academic year. Second year students may
borrow up to $3,500 for a full academic year.
B. UNSUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOAN.
This type of loan is not awarded on the basis of need.
Interest will be charged from the time the loan is
disbursed until it is paid in full. A student must be
an independent undergraduate or a dependent student
whose parents are unable to get a PLUS loan.
C. PLUS LOAN. This type of loan is for the
parent of a student who qualifies as a dependent student. The parent does not have to demonstrate “need”
but must not have an adverse credit history. Interest
is at a variable rate, not to exceed 8.5 percent, and
begins from the date of disbursement.
VA EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS. Special needs
and information about policies and procedures for
veteran students and dependents using VA benefits are
provided by the Veteran Certifying Officials in Student
Services, and the local county VA offices. Students
desiring to use VA Educational benefits should contact
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in NC as a registered nurse. The program awards
$3,000 per year to students meeting the eligibility
requirements. Nominations are made by the Nursing
Department and selection of recipients is made by the
NC State Education Assistance Authority.
NURSE EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP LOAN.
This program is for students enrolled in the Nursing
program. To apply, the student must be a North Carolina
resident and demonstrate financial need. These funds
are repaid by working as a registered nurse in NC.
EMBARQ SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship
was established by the Embarq Telephone Company
for community colleges located in the Embarq service
areas. One scholarship will be awarded annually to
North Carolina residents enrolled full time. Criteria
for selection is established by the Department of Community Colleges.
NORTH CAROLINA STUDENT LOAN
PROGRAM FOR HEALTH, SCIENCE, AND
MATHEMATICS. North Carolina legal residents
enrolled full time in a degree program pursuing a
career in health, science, or mathematics may apply for
this loan from the NC Education Assistance Authority.
Financial need must be established and students must
be accepted in their field. More information may
be obtained from the Director of Scholarships and
Financial Aid.
Student Services for CVCC program information and
admissions requirements. Students must be accepted
in a VA approved program of study and meet all institutional and VA requirements before certification
can be made to the Veterans Administration. The
specific application for benefits can be made on line
at www.gibill.va.gov or with a VA Certifying Official
in Student Services. Additional information regarding
benefits, eligibility, policies, and procedures may be
obtained from these offices.
II. STATE SUPPORTED AID
PROGRAMS
NORTH CAROLINA STUDENT INCENTIVE
GRANT. Legal residents of North Carolina accepted for enrollment or enrolled full time, in good
standing, may apply for Student Incentive Grants to
help pay their educational expenses. Students must
demonstrate “substantial financial need” as determined through the need analysis system of the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid. The amount of
each grant will be based on an individual student’s
demonstrated financial need in relation to resources
and cost of education but may not exceed $700.00
per academic year.
Grant funds are provided to the College Foundation by the N.C. State Education Assistance Authority
under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended,
from state and federal appropriations. The FAFSA
needs to be completed each year by March 15 for
state grants.
N O RT H C A R O L I N A C O M M U N I T Y
COLLEGE GRANT. This is a need based grant
established by the NC Legislature to provide funds
to help meet the educational costs of NC residents
attending community colleges. To apply, the student
must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Eligibility is based on the student
being a NC resident, enrolled at least half time in an
eligible curriculum program, maintaining satisfactory
progress, meeting the Pell Grant eligibility requirements, and demonstrating financial need. Possible
recipients are selected by the College Foundation,
Inc., with each community college certifying that the
student meets all eligibility requirements.
WACHOVIA TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP.
Through a grant to the North Carolina Department of
Community Colleges by Wachovia Bank, one scholarship is available annually to students in the second
year of a two-year technical program. Selection is
based upon need and scholastic performance during
the first year of studies.
NURSE SCHOLARS PROGRAM. This program is for North Carolina residents accepted in the
Nursing program who are willing to contract to work
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III. L O C A L S C H O L A R S H I P S
AND FINANCIAL AID
A. FOUNDATION
DR. AND MRS. SHUFORD ABERNETHY
SIXTH GRADE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. The
Sixth Grade Scholarship Incentive Scholars Program is
presented to an eligible sixth grader in each elementary
school in the CVCC service area as an incentive to
maintain good grades, complete high school, and
enroll in a program of study at CVCC. The program
is established by an endowment given to the Catawba
Valley Community College Foundation, Inc., by
Dr. and Mrs. Shuford Abernethy.
ACADEMICALLY TALENTED - TOP 10%.
This scholarship program is established to honor
academically talented high school students in the
CVCC service area of Catawba and Alexander counties.
Class rank of graduating in the top 10% of the class is
the only requirement for the scholarship.
A C A D E M I C A L LY T A L E N T E D –
VA L E D I C T O R I A N / S A L U TA T O R I A N
SCHOLARSHIPS. This scholarship was
established to honor Valedictorians and Salutatorians
of the high schools in the CVCC service area of
Catawba and Alexander counties.
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RODNEY ANTHONY ARMSTRONG
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD SPONSORED BY
JIM ARMSTRONG BUICK-PONTIAC-GMCSUBARU, INC. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE
BETHLEHEM RURITAN CLUB. The Rodney
Anthony Armstrong Scholarship Award is established
by Jim Armstrong Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Subaru, Inc.,
in partnership with the Bethlehem Ruritan Club as a
memorial to Rodney Anthony Armstrong, a family
member and a manager at the family-owned business.
Prior to Rodney’s death at then age of 30 in 1995,
he was Vice President at the company founded by
his family where he worked with his father, Jim
Armstrong, Sr.; brother, Jim Armstrong, Jr.; and sister,
Allyson Armstrong Hefner. As an avid sportsman,
Rodney especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, and
playing golf.
Ruritan’s purpose is to create a better understanding among people and through volunteer community
service, making America’s communities better places
in which to live and work. The slogan of Ruritan is
“Fellowship, Goodwill and Community Service.”
Club membership represents a cross-section of the
community in which the club serves, and is not restrictive with regard to occupation, social position, or any
other specific criteria.
Mr. Jim Armstrong, Jr. and the members of the
Bethlehem Ruritan desire to serve their community
through a scholarship program to help a deserving
student in the Automotive Systems Technology
Program of Catawba Valley Community College.
BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER
OF ELKS - HICKORY ELKS LODGE SCHOLARSHIP. The Benevolent and Protective Order of
Hickory Elks Lodge Scholarship is established to
provide scholarships based on need, leadership, and
scholastic ability. These scholarships will enable
and encourage students to develop their leadership
potential. The Benevolent and Protective Order of
Elks have enjoyed helping children and those less
fortunate since its founding in 1868.
BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER
OF ELKS - NEWTON ELKS LODGE NO. 2042
SCHOLARSHIP. The Benevolent and Protective
Order of Newton Elks Lodge No. 2042 Scholarship
is established to provide a scholarship for a student
enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing Program at
Catawba Valley Community College. This scholarship
award is based on financial need. The Newton Elks
Lodge No. 2042 exhibits brotherly love in helping
citizens in the community which it serves by providing support for drug awareness, rest homes, veterans,
homes for children and other programs for the less
fortunate. The members of this Lodge support higher
education and with this scholarship hope to enable and
encourage a nursing student to complete requirements
for an Associate Degree in Nursing.
RICHARD BENFIELD, JR. SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. The Richard Benfield, Jr. Scholarship Endowment was established by Kevin L. Hawley, owner of Hawley Enterprises, as a memorial to
Richard Benfield, Jr. Richard, a resident of Maiden,
was a vibrant teenager whose life was tragically cut
short by a car accident in 1996. It is our goal through
this scholarship to have his love for life and giving
spirit live on. The Richard Benfield, Jr. Scholarship
Endowment will enable and encourage a student to
reach his/her educational goal.
The funds for the scholarship are a result of the
revenue produced by the sale of Unifour Shopper’s
Paradise savings books that were created by Hawley
Enterprises. The philanthropic spirit of Hawley Enterprises is reflected in its slogan, “Growth through
the principle of giving.”
FRED O. BOCK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship was established by the family
of Fred O. Bock. The scholarship will be available to
one student per year.
ROBERT E. BUSH SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FOR EMERGING LEADERS. This
scholarship was established by CBSA Architects as
a memorial to Robert E. Bush, architect, President
of CBSA Architects from January, 1981, until his
retirement in December, 1990. Mr. Bush was dedicated professionally and personally to the economy
and growth of Catawba County. The Robert E. Bush
Scholarship Endowment for Emerging Leaders will
enable and encourage students to develop their leadership potential.
W. GRIMES BYERLY SCHOLARSHIP/
ENDOWMENT. The W. Grimes Byerly Scholarship/
Endowment was established by the Catawba Valley
Golden “K” Kiwanis Club to honor this outstanding
physician and Kiwanis leader. Dr. Byerly has given
generously of his talents to the community, Catawba
Valley Community College and the Kiwanis International Foundation by his dedication to serving the
children of the world because he cares.
CATAWBA VALLEY OPTIMIST CLUB
SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT. The Catawba
Valley Optimist Club Scholarship Endowment is
established to provide scholarships for deserving
students enrolled at Catawba Valley Community
College. This endowment was made possible by the
funds from the Hickory Optimist Club upon merger of
the Hickory Optimist Club and the Unifour Optimist
Club into the Catawba Valley Optimist Club. Optimist
International is a worldwide organization of people
committed to optimism and self-development for the
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F oothills I T B right F utures
ScholarshiP. The founder of Foothills IT Solutions, LLC, and a N. C. State University Computer
Science Alumnus, Mr. Ron D. Pennell, developed
the idea of the Bright Futures Scholarship as a way to
encourage young people to seek a four-year degree by
taking advantage of the MagnIT program and CVCC’s
transfer degree. Mr. Pennell feels that trained,
dedicated IT employees need four-year degrees now
and in the future to obtain a good salary and achieve
a competitive edge in the workplace. The Foothills
IT Bright Futures Scholarship is established through
the CVCC Foundation, Inc. to enable and encourage
students to take advantage of dual enrollment during
high school via the MagnIT program and have one
year of college completed when graduating from
high school.
C L A R E N C E T. “ M O E ” F O X , J R . ,
SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT. This scholarship
endowment was established by Mrs. Monteen Fox as
a memorial to her husband, Mr. Clarence T. “Moe”
Fox, Jr. Mr. Fox, a former educator at CVCC and
Bunker Hill High School, wanted his students to have
an opportunity to continue their education beyond
high school. Education was very important to Mr.
Fox and his love of learning will continue through
his students because of the positive environment he
created in the classroom. In addition, he was very
active in community service especially working with
the Hispanic community. He volunteered countless
hours to his church, community, schools, and local
organizations. Preference for the scholarship will be
given to a senior in one of the Catawba County high
schools with financial need that has demonstrated
academic achievement.
FURNITURE SCHOLARSHIPS. Funds contributed by various local furniture companies are used
to provide scholarships for students in the furniture
production management and furniture design and
development curricula. Students must have a good
scholastic record and financial need.
J E S S I E R AY H A L L S C H O L A R S H I P
ENDOWMENT. The Jessie Ray Hall Scholarship
Endowment is established by Mrs. Lois Taylor Hall as
a memorial to her husband, Mr. Jessie Ray Hall. Mr.
Hall retired from CVCC after teaching for a quarter of
a century. He worked very hard to obtain his graduate
and undergraduate degrees from Virginia Tech while
working and caring for his wife and children at the
same time. He was an adult learner and his interest
in education was one of the most important aspects
of his life. He felt that whether one is a young or an
adult student the opportunity should be provided for
that person to be successful in education. He created
a classroom environment that allowed students to
recognize their own self-worth by treating each one as
improvement of youth and community. The mission
of the organization is to foster an optimistic way of
life, through a network of optimists, dedicated to the
full development of their potential in order to provide
ever-expanding service to youth, the community and
the world. The Catawba Valley Optimist Club exhibits optimism in the community, which it serves by
providing support for higher education through this
scholarship endowment with the hope of enabling and
encouraging students to complete requirements for
programs at Catawba Valley Community College.
CHATHAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
FURNITURE TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP.
This scholarship was established from donations accumulated in the Chatham Central High School Furniture
Technology Program under the supervision of Mr.
Hoyle Dixon. Chatham Central High School is located
in Bear Creek, North Carolina. This program recognizes students who are presently emerging leaders
in the furniture technology program at Chatham
Central High School.
CVCC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS.
Scholarships are awarded annually to students from
CVCC Foundation funds. Recipients are chosen based
upon established criteria of each scholarship fund.
B R A D D O N N E L LY S C H O L A R S H I P
ENDOWMENT. This scholarship was a memorial to
Brad Donnelly by his parents, Bob and Donna Donnelly. Brad was an enthusiastic, active participant
of student life at Bunker Hill High School. Mr. and
Mrs. Donnelly hope to help other students at Bunker
Hill High School continue their education by assisting
financially with the student’s investment in education
at CVCC.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is endowed by
the Byerly Foundation. It is awarded every year to
a deserving second level EMS student who due to
financial situation may not otherwise have been able to
complete his/her course of study. The student chosen
for the award will have demonstrated a commitment
to EMS, the ability to complete the course of study
and demonstrate the intent to find employment in the
pre-hospital area.
EMERGING LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP. The
purpose of these scholarships is to develop and encourage leadership potential of young people through their
active participation in monthly seminars and public
life. These scholarships are awarded to high school
seniors who have demonstrated leadership in their
school and community. The Scholarship will pay
in-state tuition and fees each year (fall and spring semesters) the students are enrolled and remain eligible.
Students should contact their high school guidance
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an individual learner. He volunteered his own personal
time to work with students individually when classes
were not in session. He served his country during
World War II and continued serving his community
through his church and civic organizations.
H A R O L D A N D V I R G I N I A H AW N
SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT. This scholarship
endowment was established by Harold Hawn, a retired
CVCC counselor, as a memorial to his wife, Virginia, a
math professor at Lenoir-Rhyne College for thirty-six
years. Mr. Hawn is a dedicated and friendly educator
who always encouraged his students to continue their
education beyond secondary school. Preference for
the scholarship will be given to a graduating senior or a
graduate of one of the Catawba County schools pursuing a program in the College Transfer Curriculum.
HICKORY ROTARY CLUB “SERVICE
ABOVE SELF” SCHOLARSHIP. The Hickory
Rotary Club Scholarship is established to enhance
education in the Catawba Valley. Success of the
economy of Catawba County depends upon the
quality of CVCC’s graduates. The Hickory Rotary
Club Scholarship will enable and encourage students
to develop their leadership potential as exhibited by
their contributions to their community.
LIBA AND ZACK HOLLAR MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship was established
by the family of Liba and Zack Hollar as a legacy to
their interest in promoting the personal development
of all people. The scholarship will be available to an
Afro-American student who is planning to become a
teacher.
T O M M Y H O U S T O N FA M I LY
SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT. The Tommy
Houston Family Scholarship Endowment is established by the Catawba Valley Hospitality and Tourism
Association (CVHTA) to honor the Tommy Houston
Family for their outstanding contribution to the motorsports industry. The members of the Tommy Houston
Family have distinguished themselves among their
peers as successful and respected professionals of
the motorsports industry and have gained the respect
of the citizens of the Catawba Valley. In addition,
the members of this family have gone above and
beyond the call of duty to assure that the Catawba
Valley community is always promoted in a most positive manner.
JANE SHERRIAN HUNT MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship endowment
was established in 2000 to honor the memory of Jane
Sherrian Hunt and funded by her husband, Farel Hunt
and children, Jason and Sheryl. The CVCC Support
Staff Association of which Sherrian was active and
had served as the association’s president partnered in
this effort. Sherrian unselfishly gave of her time and
talent to her family, the community, and CVCC.
Mrs. Hunt was employed at CVCC for 23 years.
She began her career in Student Services as a secretary.
In 1979 her career path led her to serve as a secretary
in Administration, and in 1984 she was promoted to
Administrative Assistant to CVCC founding President
Robert E. Paap. Mrs. Hunt retired as Assistant to
President Cuyler A. Dunbar, having loyally served the
only two presidents that had led CVCC at that time. In
addition, she was elected to serve as Secretary to the
CVCC Trustee Board, becoming the first person other
than the college president to serve in that position.
The value of education was very apparent in Mrs.
Hunt’s actions as she created a very caring and warm
environment for all visitors to the President’s office.
She not only welcomed community leaders, but also
enthusiastically welcomed students, staff and faculty.
Mrs. Hunt was very dedicated as a CVCC student,
having been awarded a Business Administration
Certificate in 1989 and an Associate Degree in Business Administration in 1997 (with Honors).
Mrs. Hunt will always be remembered at CVCC
for her personal and professional attributes. This
memorial scholarship will continue her tireless belief
in the benefits of education provided by CVCC.
BOBBY ISAAC SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. This scholarship was established
as a memorial to the late Bobby Isaac by his youngest
sister, Peggy Hall. Mr. Isaac was a NASCAR champion, and his love of automobile racing influenced his
sister’s decision to endow this scholarship for a student
in the Bobby Isaac Motorsports program.
THOMAS W. JAMESON MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. The Thomas W. Jameson Memorial Scholarship was established to carry on the ideals
of Mr. Jameson, who served as Dean of Fiscal Affairs
at Catawba Valley Community College. Among those
ideals was the feeling that obtaining an education was
a way to give something back to the community in
which a person lives.
NED JARRETT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. The Ned Jarrett Family Scholarship
Endowment is established by the Catawba Valley Hospitality and Tourism Association (CVHTA) to honor
the Ned Jarrett Family for their lifetime of outstanding
and faithful community service to both the Catawba
Valley and the Motorsports industry. The members of
the Ned Jarrett Family have distinguished themselves
among their peers as successful and respected professionals of the Motorsports industry and have gained
the respect of the citizens of the Catawba Valley for
the numerous hours of community service performed.
In addition, the members of this family have gone
above and beyond the call of duty to assure that the
Catawba Valley community is always promoted in a
most positive manner.
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LOWE’S BUCHAN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP.
The Lowe’s Buchan Club members are retired and/or
Lowe’s employees with ten or more years of service.
The members donate funds for this scholarship in
memory of members lost during the year.
MIFSUD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP. The
Mifsud Family Scholarship was established by Tony
Mifsud and his family as a memorial to his parents,
Samuel and Rita Mifsud. Mr. and Mrs. Mifsud,
both immigrants from Malta, arrived in the United
States during significant periods in history and did
not have the opportunity to attend college. Samuel
Mifsud arrived in the U.S. in 1928, a year before the
Great Depression, and Rita Mifsud arrived in 1948,
following the end of World War II. Detroit became the
home of the Mifsuds as Samuel worked in the Ford
Motor Company factory. This scholarship will afford
the opportunity for a deserving student to achieve a
college education. Preference for the scholarship will
be given to a student that has demonstrated academic
achievement and is a first or second generation of an
immigrant family.
ANNELLE PEGG SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. The Annelle Pegg Scholarship
Endowment was established through the Catawba
Valley Community College Foundation, Inc. by the
Annelle Pegg Sunday School Class at Lakeview
Baptist Church. The members of the Annelle Pegg
Sunday School Class and Bob Pegg, the husband of
Annelle, are partnering to provide a memorial to wife,
mother, and friend who believed education to be a
life-long process. Mrs. Pegg dedicated her entire life
to serving God, raising her three children, creating a
loving family environment, teaching, and loving her
Christian family at Lakeview Baptist Church. Mrs.
Pegg faithfully served as a member of Lakeview
Baptist Church, unselfishly giving of herself, her time,
financial support, and her talents, teaching the Joy
Class, leading in song, and serving the church at-large.
She delighted the Sunday School class members with
special hand-crafted items.
Prior to Mrs. Pegg’s untimely death, she taught
classes in Information Systems and later served CVCC
as Department Head of this program. Enrollment in
college and her career followed the rearing of her three
children. She was considered “first” in many areas
at CVCC; having been in one of the first graduating
classes of Microcomputer Technology and having
been the first person holding the position of Computer
Lab Facilitator. In addition, she held an Associate
Degree in Furniture Design from CVCC. She obtained
her Baccalaureate Degree from Governors State
University and Master of Art Degree in Educational
Media with concentration in Instructional Technology
Specialist from Appalachian State University.
Mrs. Pegg served as a role model to all.
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THE ROTARY CLUB OF LAKE HICKORY
SCHOLARSHIP. The Rotary Club of Lake Hickory,
comprised of over 100 local professionals interested in
the provision of humanitarian service, the fostering of
leadership, and the building of goodwill, represents one
of more than 30,000 international Rotary clubs which
strives to exemplify the Rotary mission of “Service
Above Self.” The Rotary Club of Lake Hickory seeks
to give financial assistance to deserving Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) students who wish
to develop professional, vocational, and leadership
skills through their education in the community
college environment.
VO Y T F. R U D I S I L L S C H O L A R S H I P
ENDOWMENT. This scholarship was established
in memory of Mr. Rudisill by his family. The
scholarship will be awarded annually to a graduate
from East Burke High School and a graduate from
Fred T. Foard High School who demonstrate financial
need and show academic promise.
FRANCES E. SETZER SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. This scholarship was established
in memory of Frances E. Setzer. She was a lady of
considerable prominence and an individual who
believed in Catawba County, the people of Catawba
County, and the welfare of Catawba County. One
scholarship will be provided for each of the seven
high schools in Catawba County.
WILLIAM COOPER SETZER
S C H O L A R S H I P E N D O W M E N T. T h e
William Cooper Setzer Scholarship Endowment was
established by Sylvia and Bill Solari, Mr. Setzer’s
daughter and son-in-law, in honor of his ninetieth
(90) birthday. Mr. Setzer has dedicated his entire life
to serving God, his family, and his community. Born
in Catawba County, he graduated from Hickory High
School (formerly Claremont Central High School),
and continued his education by reading the dictionary
to increase his vocabulary. He served in the United
States Navy as a radar technician during World War II
on a Navy destroyer escort. Mr. Setzer began working
at an early age manufacturing men’s hosiery at
Setz-Right Hosiery Mill, a company founded by his
father, and having experienced great success, became a
second-generation business owner serving the Catawba
Valley. Mr. Setzer has faithfully served as a member
of First United Methodist Church, unselfishly giving
of himself, his time, financial support, and his talents,
leading the Men’s Bible Class in song, occasionally
providing a Bible lesson, and generously serving the
Methodist church at-large. Enjoying his avocation of
woodworking and drawing, he has delighted his wife,
children, grandchildren, and friends with special items.
Mr. Setzer serves as a role model in the community.
RICKY DALE SHRUM SCHOLARSHIP. This
scholarship was established by the family and friends
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of Ricky Dale Schrum to honor his commitment
to education even though plagued with a chronic
respiratory illness since birth. The scholarship will
be awarded to a student enrolled in the Architectural
Technology program at CVCC.
DR. JOHN F. SINNETT SCHOLARSHIP.
This scholarship was established by the NewtonConover Rotary Club to honor Dr. John F. Sinnett for his contributions to Rotary International.
Rotary International is an organization of business and
professional leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in
all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the
world. There are approximately 1.2 million Rotarians,
members of more than 29,000 Rotary clubs in 161
countries. Dr. Sinnett has served as a member of the
Newton-Conover Rotary Club in all capacities of
leadership and has served as District Governor. As
the Newton-Conover Rotary Club entered the 21st
century, Dr. Sinnett exemplified “Service Above
Self”, the basis for which Rotary International was
organized. A scholarship in honor of Dr. Sinnett
will enable and encourage students to develop their
leadership potential as exhibited by their present and
future contributions to the community.
D AV I D N . S M I T H S C H O L A R S H I P
ENDOWMENT. David N. Smith established the
David N. Smith Scholarship Endowment during his
34th year of service as a member of CVCC’s Business
Division faculty. Mr. Smith is dedicated professionally
and personally to helping each student obtain his or
her goal. Preference for the scholarship will be given
to a graduating senior or graduate of Newton-Conover
High School pursuing a program of study in the
Information Systems curriculum. However, other
applicants may be considered.
MARTHA D. STALEY SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD. This scholarship was established by the
Catawba Valley Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors to honor Ms. Staley for her service and
dedication to the insurance industry and the association.
Ms. Staley has served in various positions of the
association including the position of Executive
Director. She serves as a member of the National
Board along with serving on several state boards.
DENNIS L. R. STARNES, SR. SCHOLARSHIP
ENDOWMENT. The Dennis L. R. Starnes, Sr.
Scholarship Endowment was established as a
memorial to Mr. Dennis L. R. Starnes, Sr. A life-long
resident of Catawba County, Mr. Starnes exemplified
excellence in craftsmanship as a Master Carpenter by
“crafting homes” rather than building houses. Starnes
Construction Company was founded by Mr. Starnes
and continues to be operated by his son. A former
student of CVCC, Mr. Starnes encouraged everyone
to attend school because he believed that education
was a life-long process. He felt that an individual must
make his or her own decision; however, he wanted
each one to have the chance to make a choice. He
was a kind man with strong values and was respected
by everyone. Education was very important to Mr.
Starnes and his open attitude about learning will
continue through this scholarship.
Dr . S anfor d L . S teelman
Scholarship Endowment. Dr. Sanford L.
Steelman established an endowment to help students
preferably in the Nursing, Biology, Dental Hygiene,
Emergency Medical Services, and “Practicing” Health
Related Programs. The experiences Dr. Steelman had
funding his own education led him to the decision to
lighten the financial burden for academically talented
students in these programs. Dr. Steelman conducted
research at Merck & Company and also in academia.
He worked with many well know Nobel Prize winning
researchers. This scholarship will enable students to
begin their educational journey toward excellence.
A R L E N E A U R A N D S TO U T E N B U R G
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. The Arlene Aurand
Stoutenburg Memorial Scholarship was established by
Dr. Herbert N. Stoutenburg and family as a memorial
to wife, mother and friend who believed education
to be the foundation of a rich life of service and
leadership. She considered the community college’s
unique role, in post-secondary education, a significant
regional asset to be encouraged and fostered to benefit
the lives of its citizens. Mrs. Stoutenburg, a dedicated
friend of education, served as a teacher, a community
volunteer and a library assistant in the communities
in which she resided. The scholarship will be given
to a graduating senior or graduate of a high school in
Catawba County pursuing a full-time College Transfer
Program in Liberal Arts.
TAY L O R S V I L L E R O TA R Y C L U B
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR
ALEXANDER COUNTY EMERGING
LEADERS. This scholarship was established as a
memorial to past members of the Taylorsville Rotary
Club. The fund will support two Emerging Leader
Scholarships from Alexander County per year.
J. E. AND MARY TRICE SCHOLARSHIP. The
J. E. and Mary Trice Scholarship was established by
Dr. and Mrs. Cuyler A. Dunbar to honor Mary P. Trice
of Dekalb, Mississippi and the late J .E. Trice.
B. INSTITUTIONAL
ROBERT E. ABERNETHY MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship was established
in memory of Mr. Robert E. Abernethy, a beloved
instructor at CVCC. This scholarship will be awarded
annually to a student enrolled in the furniture design
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program who demonstrates financial need and shows
academic promise. The award will cover tuition for
an academic year.
BRUCE B. BISHOP SCHOLARSHIP.
Established through a $2,500 contribution by CVCC
faculty, staff, students, and friends, this scholarship
honors Bruce B. Bishop, former administrative
assistant for support services at CVCC who devoted
23 years of service to the college. One scholarship
for $250 will be awarded annually to a vocational or
technical student.
DANIEL R. BOONE MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship was established
in memory of Daniel R. Boone, respected and beloved
instructor at CVCC. This scholarship is awarded
annually to a student in the environmental and life
science division. To be eligible for this award, a student
must demonstrate financial need and show academic
promise. The scholarship will cover tuition.
THE CAROLINAS GOLF ASSOCIATION
FRESHMAN RECREATIONAL GROUNDS
SCHOLARSHIPS. Two $300 scholarships are
available each year to students having been accepted for
admission into the recreational grounds management
program. The awards shall be paid to CVCC in
the name of the student. Selection criteria include
personal traits, scholastic achievement, and financial
need.
THE CAROLINAS GOLF ASSOCIATION
OUTSTANDING RECREATIONAL GROUNDS
MANAGEMENT SENIOR. A $400 scholarship is
available each year to an outstanding second-year
recreational grounds management student at CVCC.
The award and a plaque will be presented at the
annual North Carolina Turfgrass Convention.
Selection criteria include nomination by the work
experience supervisor, a minimum GPA of 2.50, and
personal traits.
ROY A GULL SCHOLARSHIP. This
scholarship was established in honor of Mr. Roy A.
Gull, a respected and beloved engineering technology
division chairperson and instructor at CVCC. This will
be awarded annually to a student in the engineering technology division showing financial need and
having academic promise. This scholarship will cover
tuition for an academic-year.
LORRAINE B. GUNDY MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is for students
in the furniture technology division from the
Appalachian Lumbermen’s Club. It will be awarded
annually to students who have demonstrated interest,
ability, and need.
KAREN ANN LINEBERGER MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP. This award was established
through gifts in memory of Karen Ann Lineberger,
daughter of Dr. Ervin Lineberger and Mrs. Carol
Holoman. This scholarship is awarded annually to a
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student who has financial need and shows academic
promise. The award will cover tuition for one full
academic year.
LOUISE YOUNT SCHOLARSHIP. Monies
contributed by faculty, former students, and friends
helped to fund this scholarship in honor of the
beloved Miss Yount, a nursing instructor who
developed CVCC’s nursing program. A scholarship
will be awarded annually to a student in the associate
degree nursing program. Recipients must show
academic promise and demonstrate financial need.
The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition, partial
cost of textbooks, and uniforms.
IV. OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS AND
SOURCES OF AID
SECRETARIAL SCHOLARSHIPS. The
Hickory Chapter of the Professional Secretaries
Association has in the past annually awarded scholarships to students working toward business degrees.
These awards are based upon scholarship, need, and
recommendations.
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL
WOMAN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP. The Hickory
Chapter of the Business and Professional Woman’s
Club awards scholarships to women returning to
school to upgrade their skills. Women who are
enrolled in a two-year program may apply for this
scholarship.
AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S
ASSOCIATION. This organization awards
scholarships to women who are furthering their
education. Awards are based on financial need,
scholarship, and recommendations.
HICKORY ROTARY CLUB STUDENT
LOAN. This organization will approve loans up to
$5,000 for students to further their education. Interest
rate is 3% per year. Requirements to obtain a loan are
to be a high school graduate, live in Catawba County,
be admitted to the College, and have two co-makers 18
years or older sign the promissory note. Applications
are available in the Financial Aid Office or by
contacting the Club at P.O. Box 2628, Hickory, NC 28603.
N O RT H C A R O L I N A S O C I E T Y O F
A C C O U N TA N T S S C H O L A R S H I P
FOUNDATION. Scholarships are awarded only to
North Carolina residents who are full-time students
at an accredited post-secondary school and intend to
pursue their accounting studies to a successful completion. Students must apply for the scholarship at the
beginning of their first year of attendance. Awards
are based on outstanding scholarship achievement
and student need.
SCHOLARSHIP FOR CHILDREN OF
C E RTA I N D E C E A S E D , D I S A B L E D O R
POW/MIA VETERANS. Children of certain
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veterans who were either killed in action, disabled
while in the armed forces, a prisoner of war or missing
in action for a certain period of time may be entitled
to financial aid from the North Carolina Division
of Veterans Affairs to attend CVCC. Students may
apply through the local N.C. Division of Veterans
Affairs Office.
VETERANS BENEFITS. Most curriculum
courses offered by CVCC are currently approved for
veterans’ benefits. Any veteran or dependent who
is eligible under provisions of public law and who
have completed all admission requirements for their
curriculum can apply for educational assistance. For
additional requirements and information, refer to
page 29.
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AID. By
action of the United States Congress, any physically
handicapped student may be eligible for financial
aid and for scholarship assistance. If a prospective
student has any physical limitations, the nearest
office of the North Carolina Department of Vocational
Rehabilitation should be contacted. If the student
prefers, the CVCC Financial Aid Office may be
contacted.
OTHER AID. In addition to the above programs,
various companies and civic organizations provide
scholarships to deserving students.
counselor will recommend appropriate resources and
suggest these alternatives to the student.
FACULTY ADVISOR. Each curriculum student
enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program is
assigned a faculty advisor.
The student’s faculty advisor may be consulted
regarding various problems but should, in all cases, be
consulted by the student in the following instances:
1. When completing a semester course plan.
2. When changing courses within the current
program.
3. When changing programs of study.
4. When preparing to enter a final semester of
studies to determine graduation eligibility.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES.
Consistent with the open door admissions policy,
it is the intent of the college administration that no
person be denied the opportunity to pursue financial
assistance. Therefore, dissemination of scholarship
and financial assistance information is a part of the
admissions counseling process.
The director of scholarships and financial aid is
available to assist students and potential students in
planning for the financial support of their education.
HEALTH SERVICES/INFORMATION. No
formal health care program for students is provided.
However, the Student Government Association shall
include in its annual program planning various health
related activities. These may include presentations
by college personnel or outside health care agencies
on substance abuse, HIV, wellness, nutrition, or other
vital health care topics. Any student, faculty or staff
health related emergencies are referred to area health
care agencies. CVCC has developed a policy designed
to protect all employees and students in the workplace
from exposure to bloodborne pathogens. A copy of the
policy is on file in the office of the Dean of Student
Services.
HOUSING. Catawba Valley Community College
primarily serves students within commuting distance
of the campus. Thus, CVCC has no dormitory or
housing facilities.
JOB PLACEMENT. Assistance in locating
employment is available to all CVCC curriculum
students and graduates. Qualified students are referred
to employers contacting the College, and the College
provides facilities for employers desiring on-campus
interviews. Job referral services for students seeking
full-time and part-time work are provided without
regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability
or national origin. Students also have access to the
computerized Job Information Services provided
by the Employment Security Commission and the
Catawba County Job Link Career Center located at
the CVCC East Campus.
STUDENT LIFE
STUDENT SERVICES
Student Services provides entry, support, and
transition services to students. A definite program
of services is offered to assist the student in
satisfactorily selecting, entering, progressing
within, and completing a program of study. In
addition, the individual is provided numerous
opportunities for personal development and social
growth through a variety of planned activities. The
following services are available.
CAREER PLANNING AND TESTING. Career
testing services and career counseling services are
available for CVCC students, applicants, and participants
in special programs sponsored by CVCC.
An extensive program of interest and personality
testing is available. Contact CVCC career counseling
at 828-327-7000, ext. 4806 for additional information
on these services.
COUNSELING. Counselors are available to
assist students in solving academic, vocational, personal,
social and financial problems. If at any point, the
counselor or student determines that the student’s
ability to benefit from campus services is limited, the
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CATAWBA COUNTY JOBLINK CAREER
CENTER. This Center is located on CVCC’s East
Campus and staffed by a group of local partnering
agencies. The center provides information and access
to a variety of education, training, and employment
services all in one location. These services include
career assessment, career exploration/counseling,
education/training information, resume preparation,
job listings, job referral, labor market information and
career-related faxing, copying, and internet services.
The Center is open to individuals 13 years and older
at no cost.
NEW CHOICES: STRATEGIES FOR
SUCCESS. (formerly The Catawba Valley Program
for Displaced Homemakers) This program is designed
to assist displaced homemakers in the Catawba
Valley. If an individual has recently experienced the
death or disability of a spouse, separation or divorce,
layoff or long-term unemployment of a spouse, New
Choices may be able to help. Potential participants
are individuals who have worked mainly without pay
to care for home and family, have few job skills, and
are unemployed or having trouble finding a better job.
Services provided are career counseling, goal setting,
financial aid for school, information and referral,
workshops and seminars, and support groups. For
more information, call 828-327-7000, ext. 4408.
ORIENTATION. An orientation is made available
to curriculum students. This program is designed
to eliminate many of the problems and questions
normally faced by new students when they first
enroll at CVCC. The College’s environment, policies,
courses, philosophy and staff are discussed.
PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WITH
DISABILITIES. A program of services is provided for students with disabilities. Individuals with
disabilities (as defined in the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990) wishing to make a request for reasonable
accommodation or wishing to file a complaint of
alleged discrimination on the basis of disability should
contact the Counselor for the Program for Students
with Disabilities by phone at 828-327-7000, extension
4222 or by mail at 2550 Highway 70 SE, Hickory,
NC 28602. It is the student’s responsibility to request
these services. Current documentation of the disability
by an appropriate professional will be required. All
information is kept confidential. Students will be
required to sign a release of information form before
any special contact is made to arrange accommodations.
Requests for reasonable accommodation should be
made several weeks in advance to allow sufficient
time for accommodations to be arranged.
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ive services such as temporary funding of tuition,
books, supplies or transportation should contact the
Counselor for Special Programs in Student Services
at 828-327-7000. Each year special grant applications are made, and there may be funds for financial
assistance. Applications are available in Student
Services and are distributed to the “most in need”
as long as funds last. Most in need is determined by
information submitted on the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
TESTING SERVICES. Students applying
for degree, diploma, and certificate programs may
be required to complete certain placement tests.
CVCC utilizes the COMPASS and ASSET testing
programs developed by American College Testing
(ACT) to assess reading, writing, and numerical/algebra skills. Test results are used by academic advisors
to place students in appropriate courses and thereby
maximize their opportunities for success. Placement
test scores are not used for determining admission
to the College, but may be required to satisfy
certain program of study requirements. Students are
provided appropriate information on placement testing
including the placement testing schedule during the
admissions process.
Re-testing Policy (Placement testing). Students
enrolled in developmental courses at CVCC have the
opportunity to demonstrate academic competencies
on pre-tests and/or post-tests in the course. Therefore,
re-testing on the college placement test is generally
not considered productive.
A placement test may not be retaken except as
follows: The original test score is believed to be
invalid due to illness, interruption, or other problems
during test administration as determined by the Testing
Services staff or the appropriate dean.
Students may re-test once per academic year if
evidence of instructional intervention in the academic
competency to be re-tested is provided.
The student may re-test after completing a
pre-approved plan for alternative remediation. The
alternative remediation plan must consist of a
minimum of 80 hours or the equivalent to 80 hours of
appropriate study under the tutelage of an instructor
with a Bachelor’s degree in English, Reading, or Math.
Plan objectives, syllabus, and assessment procedures
must be submitted to the appropriate Division Chairperson when the student applies for permission to
complete remediation. In the case of Early College
High School (ECHS) students, the principal of the
ECHS will submit the plan for all ECHS students
wishing to pursue alternative remediation for a
particular semester.
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graduation requirement for the approved program
can be certified to the VA for the payment of benefits.
For additional information see the VA web page at:
http://www.cvcc.edu/stud_serv/FinancialAid/va.htm.
Alternative remediation plans must be preapproved by the appropriate person listed below:
English and Reading - Division Chairperson, Humanities
Math - Division Chairperson, Mathematics
High school students who have completed ASSET
as part of requirements from the Department of Public
Instruction may take COMPASS at CVCC without
meeting re-test requirements.
A re-test is authorized by the math division chair,
the humanities division chair, or the appropriate dean.
These individuals will submit a re-testing referral form
to the Testing Services staff to authorize a re-test.
GED Testing. The High School Equivalency
GED (General Educational Development) tests are
administered on a regularly scheduled basis. Contact
the Testing Center at 828-327-7000 ext. 4260 for the
GED testing schedule.
VETERANS AFFAIRS. Special needs and information about policies and procedures for veteran
students and dependents using VA benefits are provided by the Veteran Certifying Officials in Student
Services, and the local county VA offices. Students
desiring to use VA Educational benefits should come
to Student Services for CVCC program information
and admissions requirements. Students must be accepted in a VA approved program of study and meet
all institutional and VA requirements before certification can be made to the Veterans Administration. The
specific application for benefits can be made on line at
www.gibill.va.gov or with a VA Certifying Official in
Student Services. Additional information regarding
benefits, eligibility, policies, and procedures may be
obtained from these offices.
Please note that VA students are responsible
for the payment of all tuition, fees, and books at
registration. VA payments are made directly to the
student after classes have begun, and may take up to
sixty days for initial enrollment.
The Veteran Certifying Officials in Student
Services are responsible for (1) maintaining the
appropriate records regarding veteran enrollment
and progress within an educational program, and
(2) notifying the Veterans Administration of any
change affecting the recipients enrollment status.
Students receiving VA benefits must immediately
notify the VA representative in Student Services of
any change in their status to include dropping or
adding classes, program changes, or new names and
addresses. CVCC Student Services representatives
are not employees of the Veterans Administration
and are not responsible for VA policies, rules, or
public laws which determine eligibility or payments.
This includes, but is not limited to, the requirement
that only required classes which specifically meet a
HOURS OF CLASSES
Students may attend Catawba Valley Community College on either a full-time or part-time basis.
Day classes are normally scheduled between 8:00
a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Evening
classes are normally scheduled between 5:00 p.m. and
10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Some classes
are also scheduled on weekends, Friday evening and
Saturday daytime.
STUDENT CENTER
The Student Center, a place to meet and eat,
is one of the focal points of campus social life. A
cafeteria-style snack bar, dining area, outdoor patio,
and television help fill leisure moments and relieve
study pressures. The Student Center is also available
to provide a relatively quiet but relaxed atmosphere
in which students may constructively use time for
academic preparation.
BOOKSTORE
The College operates a well-stocked, walk-in,
self-service bookstore at which most required books,
supplies, and tools are available. In addition, other
items of student interest may be purchased. While
operating primarily for the students, the store is open
to the general public and is located in the lower level
of the Student Services Building.
Except at times of registration, the bookstore is
open only during scheduled hours.
LEARNING ASSISTANCE
CENTER
The Learning Assistance Center is an academic
support center offering walk-in tutorial assistance to
Catawba Valley Community College students who
are experiencing academic difficulties or wanting
to improve their academic performance. Individual
assistance is available in all levels of mathematics,
science, writing, and study skills. Computer-assisted
instruction, video instruction and internet access are
also available.
In addition, students who are making grades lower
than 86 in any class are eligible for free tutorial help.
Students interested in either using the Learning Assistance Center or receiving a tutor should contact the
Learning Assistance Center for additional information.
Academic counseling services are available in the
Learning Assistance Center on a need/referral basis.
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LIBRARY
student currently enrolled in the Surgical Technology
program at CVCC. Associate membership is open
to those enrolled in courses preparing them to enter
the Surgical Technology program. Members of the
Surgical Technology program are eligible for National
membership. The CVCC Association of Surgical
Technologists promotes and upholds high standards
of education in the surgical field. Members promote
and encourage participation in community activities
and represent themselves to the consumer, institution,
and other organizations as a fundamental health care
provider.
ATHLETICS. CVCC participates in intercollegiate NJCAA Division III women’s volleyball and
men’s basketball. The athletic program is managed
by the athletic director. Financial support is provided
from student activity fees and college discretionary
funds. Students participating in the athletic program
must satisfy the same admissions criteria and academic
retention policies as outlined for all students. Students must satisfy the eligibility requirements of the
National Junior College Athletic Association
(NJCAA) to participate in the athletic program.
CVCC does not offer athletic scholarships. Students
participating in the athletic program and requesting financial aid must meet the same standards of
eligibility for financial aid as other students.
Automotive Systems Technology
Club. The purpose of this club is to promote
professionalism in the automotive service industry, to
perform automotive systems technology projects to
help promote the program, and to share great fellowship with all other automotive students and automotive
enthusiasts.
BIOLOGY CLUB. The Biology Club provides an
opportunity for students to enhance their experiences
and interests related to biology. Activities include
presentations, field trips, and opportunities to experience student-based research. Participation is open
to curriculum students with an interest in biology or
related fields.
Campus Crusade for Christ. Campus
Crusade for Christ exists to provide regular opportunities to study and discuss the Bible, worship, and pray,
all in a group setting, which also provides opportunities
for fellowship, encouragement and spiritual development among members. They seek to be a resource to
the student body by offering opportunities to discuss
spiritual matters and provide materials in the form
of outside speakers, video’s, books and articles, for
student benefit and consideration.
CATAWBA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF
NURSING STUDENTS (CVANS). The membership
of the Student Nurses Association is open to any
student currently enrolled in the nursing program
The Library is located on the second floor of the
Cuyler A. Dunbar Building. Its primary function is to
support instruction and provide necessary resources
to the students in each of the curricula areas. Library
patrons consist of both students and the public. The
Library has a capacity of 201 students with a collection
of 30,000 volumes. Eight individual study rooms and
three group study rooms are available for use.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
To create an environment stimulating student interest,
morale, and individual growth, CVCC supports and
encourages a variety of activities supplementing the
academic program. In addition to major activities such
as those listed below, additional clubs, outings, and related activities are encouraged. For more information,
contact the Coordinator of Student Activities in
Student Services.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT. Each curriculum
student enrolled at CVCC is automatically a member
of the Student Government Association. The goals
of this organization are to encourage student-faculty
cooperation; provide democratic action in school
activities; coordinate student activities; and maintain
high standards for the school by upholding high
personal standards of conduct.
AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY’S
STUDENT AFFILIATE SOCIETY OF CVCC.
The purpose of this club is to provide students of
a chemical science to become better acquainted, to
obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences, to foster
a professional spirit among the members, to instill
a professional pride in the chemical science, and to
foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges facing the modern chemist. The club is open
to all science students without regard to race, religion,
color, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran
status, creed, marital status, public assistance status
or sexual orientation.
ASSOCIATION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE STUDENTS. The purpose of this
club is to contribute to EMS education and to foster
professional interest.
A S S O C I AT I O N O F R E S P I R AT O RY
THERAPY STUDENTS. The purpose of this club
is to contribute to respiratory education and to foster
professional interest. Members must be currently
enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy program and be
members of the American Association for
Respiratory Care.
A S S O C I AT I O N O F S U R G I C A L
TECHNOLOGISTS. The membership of the
Association of Surgical Technologists is open to any
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at CVCC. Associate membership is open to those
enrolled in courses preparing them to enter the
nursing program. Members of the CVANS are also
active members of the North Carolina Association of
Nursing Students (NCANS) and the National Student
Nurses Association (NSNA). The CVANS promotes
and encourages the development of the nursing student
as a professional and emphasizes the responsibility of
the student and graduate for contributing to nursing
education in order to provide for the highest quality
health care.
CATAWBA VALLEY OUTING CLUB. All
students who enjoy camping, hiking, canoeing,
kayaking, and meeting new people are invited to
participate in club events. Each month the club
produces a newsletter with all the past and future
activities listed. The newsletter is available for a small
membership fee of only $5.00. Activities are open to
all students regardless of club membership.
CVCC CERTIFIABLE CLUB. The purpose of
this club is to make IT students aware of industry
certifications, to work together to prepare for industry
certification, and to encourage each member as they work
toward these certifications. The club is open to all
students without regard to race, religion, color, sex,
national origin, disability, age, veteran status, creed,
marital status, public assistance status or sexual
orientation.
CVCC Chess Club. The CVCC club is open to
all faculty/staff and students and meets during the year,
depending on demand, for casual games. The primary
purpose of the club is to enhance the enjoyment
and experience of those who play chess and encourage
new interest in the game.
CVCC CIRCLE K CLUB. The purpose of this
club is to support and serve youth organizations in the
unifour area through volunteer work, fund-raising
projects and service programs. The club is open to all
students without regard to race, religion, color, sex,
national origin, disability, age, veteran status, creed,
marital status, public assistance status or sexual
orientation.
CVCC COLLEGIATE MUSIC EDUCATORS
CLUB. The purpose of this club is to help students
become aware of work opportunities in the field of
music education and performance, provide students
with opportunities to receive information about
transfer to four-year music programs, to expose students
to professional learning opportunities in music, and to
organize co-curricular activities that will benefit the
CVCC music department and the college at large.
CVCC CYBERCRIME CLUB. The purpose
of the Cyber Crime Club is to allow for the open
exchange of ideas and knowledge pertaining to
computer-related security issues. Membership is
open to all students enrolled in the Cyber Crime and
Network Administration programs.
CVCC ENVIRONMENTAL LIFE SCIENCE
CLUB. The purpose of this club is to provide
additional educational and practical experience to
students in studies associated with Environmental
Life Science, increase public awareness of the
curriculum offered in the ELS division, and to
represent CVCC in a positive manner to the public.
The club is open to all students without regard to race,
religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, age,
veteran status, creed, marital status, public assistance
status or sexual orientation.
CVCC FUNERAL SERVICE ORGANIZATION.
The purpose of this club is to assist any and all who
are a part of the Funeral Service Education program
at CVCC through Fayetteville Technical Community
College to achieve their goals through registration, class
attendance, apprenticeships, and/or job placement,
to encourage students to work through the
program and prepare themselves for the Funeral
Service National Board Exam, to make CVCC distance learning students aware of Funeral Service
responsibilities such as: certification/licensing, family
care, embalming, restorative work, pre-need assistance,
cremation, etc. The club is open to all students interested in
pursuing a degree in funeral service education through a
consortia program between FTCC and CVCC without
regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin,
disability, age, veteran status, creed, marital status,
public assistance status or sexual orientation.
CVCC ROTARACT CLUB. This is a
Newton-Conover Rotary Club sponsored organization
of young men and women attending CVCC. The
purpose of the club is to provide an opportunity for
young men and women to enhance the knowledge
and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their
communities, and to promote better relations between
all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service.
CVCC STUDENT AMERICAN DENTAL
HYGIENE ASSOCIATION. The purpose of this
club is to cultivate, promote, and sustain the art and
science of dental hygiene, to represent and safeguard
the common interest of the members of the dental
hygiene profession, and to contribute toward the
improvement of the oral health of the public. The club
is open to all dental hygiene students without regard
to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability,
age, veteran status, creed, marital status, public
assistance status or sexual orientation.
ELECTRONEURODIAGNOSTIC CLUB. The
purpose of this club is to introduce faculty and students
to the Electroneurodiagnostic program at CVCC.
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has worked to develop and extend private financial
support to CVCC and its programs and services, and
to aid the college in various other ways. Some of
the specific avenues of assistance being developed
by the CVCC Foundation include Scholarship
Endowment Funds, separate funds which will provide
staff development activities for college personnel,
support programs of an intellectual and cultural
nature for the CVCC community, and assistance in
the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment for
training students.
HMONG STUDENT ASSOCIATION. The
purpose of this club is to increase the awareness and
understanding of the Hmong culture, and to further
educate the public while giving to the community.
PHI THETA KAPPA INTERNATIONAL
HONOR SOCIETY. This organization offers
opportunities for scholarships, intellectual enrichment,
and personal development. Phi Theta Kappa’s four
hallmarks are Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and
Fellowship. Students must be currently enrolled in an
associate degree program, must have completed at least
12 semester hours includable in GPA and must have
earned a minimum of a 3.5 Grade Point Average
to be eligible for membership. Both part-time and
full-time students are eligible for membership in Phi
Theta Kappa.
RADIOGRAPHY CLUB. The purpose of this
club is to create opportunities for interaction between
first and second year students, promote awareness of
educational opportunities in radiology and assist as
capable, to assist members in attending radiography
seminars and other educational events through fund
raising and other activities, to inform prospective
students of the Radiography Program and its requirements through participation in information sessions,
career days, etc., and to reach out to the community and assist with charity needs, special events,
community service projects, etc.
SEEDS OF SERVICE. The purpose of this club
is to provide service opportunities for CVCC students
and faculty/staff in the College’s service area, at the
state level, and beyond.
STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
CLUB. The purpose of this club is to introduce faculty
and students to the Photography program at CVCC,
offer leadership opportunities, and provide community
service to the public.
STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SIFE).
SIFE is a club whose purpose is to educate our citizens
to have a better understanding of and a greater
appreciation for the free enterprise system. This is
accomplished through outreach projects and the
presentation of these projects at a regional competition.
THEATER ARTS CLUB. The purpose of this
club is to provide a creative outlet for artistic talent at
CVCC, perform productions with a significant social or
educational value and to determine the need for a Theater Arts program at CVCC. It is open to all students.
VISITORS ON CAMPUS
Catawba Valley Community College normally
welcomes visitors to the campus. Groups who wish
to use the college facilities for educational purposes are required to coordinate their visit through
the Director, Campus Safety and Security; Director,
Library; Dean, Corporate and Continuing Education; or other appropriate campus office. Visitors
are defined as anyone other than college personnel,
officially enrolled students, and other officials of
the college such as members of the Board of
Trustees. Visitors are required while on the campus
to observe and comply with the rules and regulations
of the college. Visitors are required to identify
themselves upon the request of either campus
officials or campus security officers in the
performance of their duties.
As a general rule, children are not permitted in
classes. Children are not permitted on other parts of the
campus unless accompanied by an adult. If children
are left unattended, the college has no choice but to
ensure their safety by the notification of either law
enforcement personnel or the Department of Social
Services.
Visitors who do not comply with these
requirements or who otherwise interfere with
the normal activities and functions of the college will
be asked to leave. Under no circumstances shall the
college be held responsible for incidents occurring
when visitors are in violation of these requirements.
STUDENT CONDUCT, BEHAVIOR
SANCTIONS, AND DUE PROCESS
BEHAVIOR SANCTIONS. Students enrolled at
CVCC are expected to conduct themselves appropriately. More specifically, expulsion or suspension from
the college or some lesser sanction may be imposed
for commission of any of the following offenses: (1)
interruption or in any manner interfering with normal
college operations; (2) destruction, damage, or misuse
of college equipment, facilities, or property; (3) possession, use, or furnishing of controlled substances
CVCC FOUNDATION
The Catawba Valley Community College Foundation is an autonomous non-profit organization created
to foster and promote growth, progress, and the general
welfare of Catawba Valley Community College. Since
its incorporation in July 1984, the CVCC Foundation
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on campus or at school related activities; (4) physical
abuse of another person in the college community; (5)
theft of property belonging to another in the college
community; (6) participation in hazing; (7) plagiarism
and other forms of academic cheating; (8) display
and/or use of open or concealed weapons as defined
in North Carolina Statutes, either on campus or offcampus during college programs, functions, and/or
activities; (9) harassment, including harassment of a
sexual nature and harassment of an individual with
disabilities; or (10) commission of any other offense
which, in the opinion of the administration or faculty,
may be contrary to the best interest of the college
community.
Behavior sanctions which may be imposed include
the following: (1) warning, (2) probation, (3) suspension, or (4) expulsion. Instructors have the authority
to impose either a warning, probation, or dismissal
from the class for non-attendance, discipline, or other
offenses relative to classes or school activities under
their supervision. However, only the President, Vice
President of Academic and Student Affairs, or the
Dean of Student Services has the authority to suspend
or expel students from the college.
Student Advocate. Students may contact
the Director of Counseling Services for assistance
regarding academic problems and/or concerns. The
Director of Counseling Services (or designee) will
work with the student, instructors, academic supervisors, and other College resources to identify and
implement the best available solution to academic
problems and/or concerns.
Student Due Process Procedures.
Students at Catawba Valley Community College who
have a major grievance with the College have the right
to invoke the due process procedure. A grievance is
a student allegation that a College action or decision
is discriminatory, violates students’ basic rights, or
results in unfair treatment. The college student due
process procedure is established primarily for the
resolution of disputes that may arise.
Informal Process. The intention of this
policy is that the faculty member or other individual
who has been responsible for the act that the student
considers to be unfair will attempt, in good faith, to
resolve the dispute. Therefore, an informal process
of discussion with this individual and appropriate
supervisor(s) should be initiated by the student.
Should the matter remain unresolved, the formal step
of due process may be invoked.
Following the issuance of a behavior sanction, a
maximum of 10 working days is allowed to complete
the informal discussion phase prior to issuing a formal
request for appeal.
In financial aid matters, the College follows
federal guidelines. In accordance with federal
regulations, the College has established a policy
for satisfactory academic progress for purposes of
receiving financial aid. Please refer to this policy for
the due process procedures for appeal of financial aid
ineligibility due to failure to satisfy the satisfactory
progress measures. Decisions of the Financial Aid
Committee under this policy as to whether circumstances are mitigating and warrant reinstatement of
eligibility are final.
For any other allegation of unfair treatment/discrimination, a formal appeal should proceed only after
informal discussion between the student, and the party
or parties against which the alleged unfair treatment
occurred, and appropriate supervisors. A maximum of
10 working days is allowed to complete the informal
discussion phase prior to issuing a formal request for
appeal.
Formal Process. The Student Appeals Committee will hear all formal appeals for
sanctions applied due to behavioral issues and any
other issues relative to alleged discrimination against
the student.
Behavior sanctions may be imposed by an
instructor or the dean of student services. In cases
of behavior sanctions imposed by an instructor,
the instructor shall notify the dean of curriculum
programs of the circumstances prompting the sanction
and the sanction imposed. The dean of curriculum
programs shall advise the student in writing of the
offense and the sanctions within seven (7) working
days of the date of the alleged infraction. A copy
will be forwarded to the dean of student services.
In cases of behavior sanctions imposed by the dean
of student services, the same procedure will apply
and a copy will also be forwarded to the dean of
curriculum programs.
Should the student wish to impose the due
process procedure, the following steps should be
followed.
Step 1: A written notice of appeal should be
submitted by the student within ten (10)
working days of the date of the written
notification. The appeal should be directed to the Student Appeals Committee
through the dean of student services.
The Student Appeals Committee shall
be composed of the dean of student services and five members appointed by the
president. The dean of student services
shall serve as chairperson of the
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committee and shall be a non-voting
member. The president shall appoint one
(1) representative of student services, two
(2) faculty members from a minimum of
five individuals recommended by the
Faculty Senate, and two student members from a minimum of five individuals
recommended by the Student Government Association.
Step 2: A hearing shall be scheduled by the
Student Appeals Committee Chairperson within seven (7) working days after
receipt of the written appeal.
In extraordinary circumstances, if appellants wish to be accompanied by legal
counsel, for advisory purposes only, they
should file this request with the written
appeal. In such cases the institution may
also be represented by legal counsel for
advisory purposes. Recording devices
may not be used without the express
consent of all parties present; or in the
event recording devices are requested,
the appellant should file this request as
a part of the written appeal.
The results of any appeal made by
the Student Appeals Committee shall
be determined by a majority vote of the
Committee members, and the student
shall be notified in writing of the disposition of the appeal within three (3)
working days by the chairperson of the
Student Appeals Committee. Copies of
all decisions shall be maintained by the
committee chairperson, president, vice
president of academic and student affairs,
and registrar for a period of one year.
In case of sanctions which involve
expulsion or suspension from the college,
those sanctions shall remain in force until
revoked by an appeals decision or until
the sanction expires.
Step 3: Should a student desire to appeal the
decision of the Student Appeals Committee, written notice shall be made to
the Administrative Council through the
dean of student services. Written notice
of appeal shall be made within five (5)
working days of the day of the notification of the results of the initial appeal.
Within seven (7) working days
after receipt of this appeal notice, the
Administrative Council shall schedule
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a hearing, notify the student of its time
and place, and hold an appeals hearing.
The procedures outlined for the Student Appeals
Committee shall be used to notify the student of the
action taken on the appeal and to maintain appropriate
records. Because the dean of student services chairs
the Student Appeals Committee, he/she shall abstain
from serving on the Administrative Council during
the appeal hearing.
SEXUAL ASSAULT PROTOCOL
Catawba Valley Community College is committed
to the maintenance of an environment that is supportive of its primary educational mission and free from
all exploitation and intimidation. The college will
not tolerate rape, sexual assault, or other forcible and
non- forcible sex offenses and supports this policy for
students, faculty and staff by sponsoring prevention,
intervention and education programs specifically addressing these offenses. Information and awareness
programs are offered at various times by way of a
variety of events throughout the year. The College
recognizes the importance of assisting individuals
who are victims of sexual assault and helping them
to regain a sense of personal control over their lives
and decisions.
Definitions of Sex Offenses
Sex Offenses - Forcible
Any sexual act directed against another person,
forcibly and/or against that person’s will; or not forcibly or against the person’ s will where the victim is
incapable of giving consent.
A. Forcible Rape - The carnal knowledge of a
person, forcibly and/or against that person’s
will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will
where the victim is incapable of giving consent
because of temporary or permanent mental or
physical incapacity (or because of youth).
B. Forcible Sodomy - Oral or anal sexual intercourse with another person, forcibly and/or
against that person’s will; or not forcibly against
the person’s will where the victim is incapable
of giving consent because of youth or because
of temporary or permanent mental or physical
incapacity.
C. Sexual Assault With An Object -The use of an
object or instrument to unlawfully penetrate,
however slightly, the genital or anal opening
of the body of another person, forcibly and/or
against that person’s will; or not forcibly or
against the person’s will where the victim is
incapable of giving consent because of youth
or because of temporary or permanent mental
or physical incapacity.
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D. Forcible Fondling- The touching of the private
body parts of another person for the purpose
of sexual gratification, forcibly and/or against
that person’s will; or not forcibly or against the
person’s will where the victim is incapable of
giving consent because of youth or because of
temporary or permanent mental incapacity.
incident without revealing the victim’s identity. This
type of anonymous report helps to ensure the future
safety of the victim and others. With such information, the College can keep accurate records about the
number of incidents involving students, determine
where there is a pattern of assaults with regard to a
particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the
campus community to potential danger.
Victim’s Rights
• To have all incidents and medical records kept
confidential
• To be treated without prejudice based upon
race, class, lifestyle, sex, age, occupation, or
religious beliefs
• To receive private and confidential examination/treatment for personal injuries, sexually
transmittable disease, and pregnancy.
• To be considered as credible as a person reporting any other crime
• To be made aware of the options available
through the College and the judicial system
• To receive emotional and psychological support and advocacy
• To prosecute or not to prosecute
• To receive current information on community
and campus resources
• To answer only those questions relevant to
the crime
• To freedom from harassment
• To feasible class schedule adjustments (without academic or financial penalty) as necessary
to minimize the potential for contact with the
alleged perpetrator or those associated with
the alleged perpetrator.
Sex Offenses - Non-forcible
Unlawful, non-forcible sexual intercourse.
A. Incest- Non-forcible sexual intercourse between
persons who are related to each other within
the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by
law.
B. Statutory Rape- Non-forcible sexual intercourse
with a person who is under the statutory age of
consent.
Reporting Sexual Assault
If you are sexually assaulted, you should do the following:
• Go to a safe place.
•Do not shower or bathe.
•Do not urinate, if possible.
•Do not eat, drink, smoke or brush your teeth if
oral contact took place.
•Do not destroy or wash the clothes you were wearing. If you change, place your clothes in a paper
bag.
• Contact Campus Security, local law enforcement
(Catawba County Sheriff’s Department, Hickory
Police Department, Newton Police Department,
Alexander County Sheriff’s Department, or
Taylorsville Police Department) or the Dean of
Student Services.
• Seek medical treatment immediately (preferably
within 72 hours).
Following the above suggestions will ensure the
preservation of evidence. Victims of sexual assault
are encouraged to contact campus security, local law
enforcement or Student Services immediately following an incident. A report may be filed with campus
security and/or local law enforcement. The filing of a
report does not obligate the victim to pursue charges,
but does make filing of charges easier at a later date.
Options available to sexual assault victims are
resolution through the College’s Policy and Procedure
Manual and/or the judicial system (criminal and/or
civil). Catawba Valley Community College will assist
in pursuing option(s) elected by the victim. The College and the courts are independent systems; charges
may be filed in either or both systems.
If an assault victim does not wish to pursue action
with the College or the judicial system, the victim may
make an anonymous report. With the victim’s permission, the College can file a report on the details of the
Taking Action for a Sexual Violation
To begin a college action where both the victim
and the alleged perpetrator are students, the victim
should file a complaint for sexual assault with the
Dean of Student Services (if a curriculum student)
or the Dean of Corporate and Continuing Education
(if a continuing education student). An immediate
investigation shall follow. Due process procedures as
outlined in the Policy and Procedure Manual, Section
4.62 and 4.652 will apply except as follows: (a) the
composition of the Appeals Committee shall have at
least one (1) member that is the same gender as the
victim, (b) a decision should be made within thirty
(30) days on a complaint for sexual assault, and (c)
an attempt will be made to communicate due process
outcomes in person (to both the victim and the alleged
perpetrator), (d) an appropriate treatment program may
be a condition of a probation or suspension.
To begin a college action where the victim is a student and the alleged perpetrator is a College employee,
the victim should file a complaint for sexual assault
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More information on prevention, intervention
and education programs addressing sexual assault
and legislation relating to sexual assault is available
in the CVCC catalog, on-line at www.cvcc.edu and
http://campussafety.org/.
with the Dean of Student Services (if a curriculum
student) or the Dean of Corporate and Continuing
Education (if a continuing education student). An
immediate investigation shall follow. Due process
procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedure
Manual, Sections 6.73, 6.731, and 6.8 will apply
except as follows: (a) the composition of the Hearing
Committee shall have at least one (1) member of the
same gender as the victim, (b) a decision should be
made within thirty (30) days on a complaint for sexual
assault, and (c) an attempt will be made to communicate due process outcomes in person (to both the
victim and the alleged perpetrator).
Response to Sexual Assault
College personnel will observe the following
guidelines when responding to a sexual assault report:
• Assess the victim’s well being, render aid,
and express concern and assurance.
• Notify the Director of Campus Security and/or
the Dean of Student Services.
Resources for Victims of Sexual Assault
• Identify the assailant if possible.
Emergency ......................................................... 911
• DO NOT QUESTION THE VICTIM
ABOUT THE DETAILS OF THE INCIDENT; OTHER TRAINED PERSONNEL
WILL DO THIS.
Campus Emergency............................................ 711
CVCC Campus Security.....................828-327-7000
ext. 4300 or 4243
• Make sure the victim is in a secure place.
Dean of Student Services....828-327-7000 ext. 4219
• Identify the location of the crime.
• Do not touch, move or collect any evidence
unless that evidence may be lost if you do
not. If you have to collect evidence, record
the following information:
1. Item seized,
2. Time seized, and
3. Location seized.
Student Services..................828-327-7000 ext. 4216
Rape Crisis Center
Catawba County..................................828-322-6011
Alexander County...............................828-635-5003
Catawba County
Sheriff’s Department...........................828-465-8301
Hickory Police Department.................828-328-5551
Hickory Police Department,
Victim’s Services................................828-261-2642
• If evidence is given to you, record the following
information:
1. The person’s name, address, telephone
number and date of birth,
2. The item given to you,
3. The time and location where the person
seized the item,
4. The time you received the item, and
5. Document chain of custody of the
evidence.
Newton Police Department.................828-465-7430
Taylorsville Police Department .........828-632-2218
Alexander County
Sheriff’s Department...........................828-632-4658
Catawba Memorial
Hospital Emergency . .........................828-326-3850
Frye Regional Medical
Center Emergency...............................828-345-5625
Victim’s Compensation
Fund................................................ 1-800-826-6200
Rape Victim’s Assistance
Fund................................................ 1-800-826-6200
SAVAN (Statewide Automated Victim
Assistance & Notification).............. 1-877-627-2826
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest
National Network)....................... 1-800-656-HOPE
www.rainn.org
• Encourage the victim to seek medical treatment (preferably within 72 hrs.)
• Assist law enforcement or medical personnel
responding to the incident as needed.
CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT
PROTOCOL
There are many instances when children and
adolescents are present on the campuses of Catawba
Valley Community College. Campus Safety and
Security personnel work together with local law enforcement to inform, educate and maintain the safety
and security of students, employees and visitors on
the various College campuses.
Because of the traumatic nature of sexual assault,
victims are encouraged to seek immediate counseling.
The Rape Crisis Center provides counseling and
group services free of charge.
Student Services will assist victims with any academic concerns or change in class schedule requests
that are feasible.
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North Carolina Law [NC General Statute 7B-301
and 115C-400] requires reporting of any known or
suspected case of child abuse or neglect (a child is an
unmarried victim under age 18) by a “parent, guardian, custodian or caretaker” to the local Department
of Social Services within 24 hours.
North Carolina Law [NC General Statute 108A-102]
also requires reporting of any known or suspected
abuse, neglect or exploitation of disabled adults (age
18 and over) by their caretaker to the Department of
Social Services. The disability can be mental or physical, as long as it prevents the adult from obtaining
essential services.
Even though the law requires reporting of abuse,
neglect and exploitation of minors and disabled
adults only in certain situations, the College feels that
ethically all suspected incidences should be reported.
Therefore the established policy of Catawba Valley
Community College, as well as the Safety and Security Department, is to report any suspected abuse,
neglect or exploitation of minors and disabled adults
to the Department of Social Services within 24 hours.
Because of the traumatic nature of sexual assault, the
Rape Crisis Center will also be notified to assist the
victim and their families with counseling, support,
advocacy, education, etc.
SAVAN (Statewide Automated Victim
Assistance & Notification)...........1-877-627-2826
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest
National Network)......................1-800-656-HOPE
www.rainn.org
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION
The CVCC student body consists of commuting
students. The location of the school creates numerous
traffic problems and hazards. Students are, therefore,
requested to be especially alert and careful in entering and leaving the school grounds. The maximum
on- campus speed is 15 miles per hour.
In order to maintain open fire lanes and clear roadways in case of emergency, the Board of Trustees of
CVCC has established parking regulations.
Student and visitor parking shall be in the lots so
designated. Students, faculty and staff parking will be
unreserved and will require a parking hangtag which
will be issued during registration.
ALL UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES PARKED
IN AREAS NOT DESIGNATED STUDENT OR
VISITOR PARKING WILL BE TICKETED,
HAVE A TIRE BOOT APPLIED, OR BE TOWED
AWAY AT THE OWNER’S EXPENSE. CVCC will
not be responsible for vehicles damaged while parked
on the school premises, during towage, or while being
stored.
Resources for Victims of Sexual Assault
Emergency......................................................... 911
Campus Emergency........................................... 711
CVCC Campus Security................... 828-327-7000
ext. 4300 or 4243
Dean of Student Services.................. 828-327-7000
ext. 4219
Student Services................ 828-327-7000 ext. 4216
Rape Crisis Center
Catawba County . ............................. 828-322-6011
Alexander County............................. 828-635-5003
Catawba County
Sheriff s Department......................... 828-465-8301
Hickory Police Department............... 828-328-5551
Hickory Police Department,
Victim’s Services.............................. 828-261-2642
Newton Police Department............... 828-465-7430
INCLEMENT WEATHER
CLOSINGS
Catawba Valley Community College will cancel
classes only when the weather is considered too
hazardous for safe travel to and from the college.
The decision will be made as soon as possible in
order to inform students and staff. An official announcement stating that classes are delayed or the College is
closed will be made over area television and radio stations
(listed below) when inclement weather occurs. The
automated attendant (inclement weather option) on the
telephone system, CVCC’s web page (www.cvcc.edu),
and ValleyCAT will also provide the announcement
concerning class delays or cancellations.
WBTV TV
WCNC TV
WHKY TV
WSOC TV
WSPA TV
Taylorsville Police Department......... 828-632-2218
Alexander County
Sheriffs Department.......................... 828-632-4658
Catawba Memorial
Hospital Emergency.......................... 828-326-3850
Channel 3 Charlotte
Channel 6 Charlotte
Channel 14 Hickory
Channel 9 Charlotte
Channel 7 Spartanburg
Cable Channel 2
Cable Channel 6
Cable Channel 7
Cable Channel 9
Cable Channel 16
WAIZ 630 AM & WNNC 1230 AM
WACB 860 AM & WTLK 1570 AM
WMNC 1430 AM & WMNC 92.1 FM
WSIC 1400 AM & WFMX 105.7 FM
WFAE/WFHE 90.3 FM
WKVS 103.3 FM
Frye Regional Medical
Center Emergency............................. 828-345-5625
Victim’s Compensation Fund.........1-800-826-6200
Rape Victim’s Assistance Fund......1-800-826-6200
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ACADEMIC STANDARDS
required for graduation in their approved educational
program of study. Such individuals may register for
other than required courses, but such courses will not
be considered in determining the enrollment status of
the recipient of educational benefits.
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, AND
CERTIFICATES
Catawba Valley Community College awards the
ASSOCIATE in APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
(A.A.Sc.) upon the successful completion of a twoyear program of study in the Environmental and
Life Science, Business, Engineering Technology,
Industrial Technology, Furniture, and Health and Human Resources Divisions. The Associate in Art,
Associate in Fine Arts, and Associate in
Science degree is awarded graduates of college
transfer curriculums. The College also awards the
ASSOCIATE in GENERAL EDUCATON (A.G.E.)
degree.
Upon completion of a vocational program of
study one or more years in length, CVCC grants a
DIPLOMA in the major area of training.
Program CERTIFICATES are awarded in curricula where the curriculum provides for skill-training
subjects only. Certificates of course completion are
also awarded for non- credit short courses and special
programs.
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMAS
are awarded by the North Carolina Department of
Community Colleges to individuals who make satisfactory scores on the General Educational Development (GED) tests.
COURSE LOAD
Unless required by suggested curriculum sequence,
students shall not enroll for more than 18 credit hours per
semester except by special permission based on academic
standing or other special conditions. Special permission
must be obtained from the Dean of Student Services.
PREREQUISITES
Prior to enrolling in a course, students are expected
to provide satisfactory evidence that the requisite
requirements for the course have been satisfied.
Students with mandatory prerequisite developmental
course requirements because of placement test scores
shall not enroll in that discipline’s advanced courses
until the prerequisite requirements have been satisfied.
Additionally, students who fail a course which is a prerequisite to a subsequent course shall not enroll in the
sequential course until that deficiency is removed.
Permission to enroll in a non-developmental course
without the prerequisite requirements may be granted
in special cases by approval of the appropriate division
chair/department head.
Developmental courses may be waived based
upon coursework successfully completed (grade of
C or better) at a regionally accredited college using
the following guidelines:
1. Completion of the appropriate developmental
coursework at another college.
2. Completion of a college-level course, which
has a developmental prerequisite/corequisite as
indicated in the current CVCC college catalog,
may permit waiving the prerequisite. This
includes a course taken at a regionally accredited college other than CVCC if the course is
equivalent in content to a course in the current
CVCC catalog.
REGISTRATION
Students enrolling in credit courses are expected
to register for course work on the day(s) specified for
each semester. Registration for non-credit classes is
usually held at the first class meeting for the course.
Students desiring to add a course(s) each semester
after the schedule adjustment period or after the first
class session, whichever is later, may be required to
obtain approval of the instructor teaching the course
and the instructor’s immediate supervisor - division
chairperson/department head or associate dean. Approval for course additions after the schedule adjustment period or the first class session must be based
on extenuating circumstances and be educationally
sound. Course additions will not be approved after the
ten (10) percent point of the class. Section changes
are allowable under departmental jurisdiction with the
approval of the department head. Veterans and other eligible persons certified by the
Veterans Administration for Education Payments (G.I.
Bill) cannot receive such benefits for any course not
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CLASSIFICATION
Catawba Valley Community College classifies students in several categories for various administrative
purposes. Those classifications and their definitions
are as follows:
Full-time student. A full-time student is any
student enrolled for at least 12 credit hours in the fall
and spring semesters and 9 credit hours in the summer
semester.
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Full-time student for tuition payment. For the
purpose of tuition and fee payment, a full-time student
is any student enrolled in at least 16 credit hours in
any semester.
Part-time student. A part-time student is any
student enrolled for fewer than 12 credit hours in the
fall and spring semesters and 9 credit hours in the
summer semester.
Part-time student for tuition payment. For the
purpose of tuition and fee payment, a part-time student
is any student enrolled for less than 16 credit hours
in any semester.
Freshman student. A freshman student is any
student who has earned fewer than 32 semester hours
of credit.
Sophomore student. A sophomore student is any
student who has earned a minimum of 32 semester
hours of credit.
Special credit student. Individuals may enroll in
classes without pursuing a diploma or degree. Persons
enrolling under these circumstances are considered
SPECIAL CREDIT STUDENTS. Special credit students must submit an application prior to registering
the first time. Placement tests may be required depending upon the student’s educational background and the
prerequisites/corequisites of the courses in which the
student wishes to register. Special credit students who
plan to enter a program of study, but are undecided
about a program of study are classified as undeclared
special credit students. Undeclared special credit
students may complete up to 18 credit hours (other
than developmental credit hours). At this point, the
undeclared special credit student should see a Student
Services counselor to discuss declaration of a major.
AUDIT STUDENT. Students may attempt a
course as an audit student one time. Students may
not audit a class for which they have received credit
unless justified by a clear benefit connected to a
current program of study at CVCC. A student may
not change from an auditing status to a credit status
(or vice versa) unless the change is made within the
scheduled add/withdrawal period or unless approval
is obtained from the Dean of Student Services and the
instructor of the course.
Students wishing to audit a course must satisfy
all requisite requirements for the course just as do
students taking a course for credit.
Students who audit a course will not receive a grade
(other than AU) or credit for the course. Credit will
not be granted under advanced placement procedures
after enrolling in a course as an audit student. Tuition
and fees for auditing a course are the same as those
for enrolling in a course for credit.
Students who audit are required to comply with
class attendance policies, complete assignments, and
participate in class activities. They are not required to
take examinations unless specified by the academic
department.
Students should be aware that audited credit hours
do not qualify for federal financial aid and certain other
grants and/or scholarships.
ATTENDANCE
All students are expected to be present and regular
in attendance for all scheduled classes. Excessive
absenteeism will be basis for probation or dismissal.
Instructors have full responsibility for evaluating
student absences and shall determine when absences
are excusable or have become excessive.
At the instructor’s discretion, a student may be
dismissed from any class in which excessive absences
have occurred. Students who have justifiable reasons
for absences may be readmitted at the discretion of
the instructor.
A student dismissed for excessive absences may
appeal the dismissal by applying to the Grading
Appeals Committee.
ELECTIVE COURSES
In selected curricula students may take elective
courses to meet graduation requirements. Where
provisions have been made and approved, students
may elect to take cooperative education in place of
electives.
DISTANCE EDUCATION
The mission of distance learning is to enable students with demanding work hours, hectic schedules,
or child care difficulties the freedom and flexibility to
obtain an education or courses at their convenience.
Catawba Valley Community College’s Distance
Learning Program consists of telecourses, cablecasts,
Internet classes and North Carolina Information
Highway (NCIH) classes. The same quality outcomes
are maintained for distance learning classes as for all
CVCC course offerings.
CVCC offers a number of courses in the telecourse
format for regularly enrolled students to meet program
requirements or as stand-alone courses for those
interested in taking a course in a particular subject
area. Telecourse students work independently, watch
televised programs, and read printed materials at
home with guidance from course facilitators who use
a variety of communication tools and instructional
techniques. Required on-campus class meetings are
fewer than traditionally taught classes.
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Cablecasts are available through an arrangement
with the local cable provider. Students registering for
cablecasts can view the class in the comfort of their
homes or tape the broadcast for later viewing. This
course is managed similarly to telecourses. Students
report to the campus for tests as deemed necessary by
the instructor.
Internet-based classes are available in a variety of
disciplines. Students taking courses over the Internet
work independently, study at their own convenient
time and place, and complete and submit assignments
electronically.
North Carolina Information Highway classes
are both sent and received from the information
integrated network classroom through a statewide
network. Students interact with instructors: through
video monitors, microphones, faxes, telephone, and
other appliances. NCIH classes enable an instructor
at CVCC to teach to clusters of students at distance
sites or for students in the NCIH classroom to be able
to receive instruction from a remote site. This twoway interactive system allows the college to import
courses giving students access to classes which are
not available locally.
For a listing of all telecourses, cablecasts, Internet
classes, and NCIH classes, consult the newspaper class
schedule on the “Distance Education Classes” page.
Internet classes, like telecourses, limit the number of
visits to the college campus. Students enrolling in distance education courses pay regular tuition and fees,
have access to all student services, study under the
college’s rules and regulations, and receive academic
credit. For additional information, contact the CVCC
Web Page and access “Distance Education.”
2. CVCC will grant transfer credit for coursework
completed (grade C- or better) at foreign (outside the United States) colleges/universities
provided that the coursework is relevant to the
student’s program of study and that the competencies required for successful completion are at
least equivalent to those required for successful
completion of the equivalent CVCC course.
The Chief Academic Officer or designee will
determine relevance to the program of study and
equivalence of competencies. The student must
provide (at his/her own expense) an official
transcript from the foreign institution along
with a certified English translation if applicable
and explanation of grade scheme. The student
may also be required to provide (at his/her own
expense) catalogs and/or course descriptions.
COURSE CREDIT
4. Students may obtain advanced placement credit
by successfully completing (score of 3 or better)
Advanced Placement exams sponsored by the
College Entrance Examination Board and/or
by successfully completing (scores per ACE
guide) College Level Examination Program
(CLEP) exams.
3. Students enrolled in degree, diploma, or certificate programs and special students may
petition for advanced placement through the
Division Chairperson/Department Head by
completing the Advanced Placement form.
To be eligible to take an advanced placement
examination, the prior education or experience
must have provided skills, knowledge, and/or
abilities similar to those provided in the CVCC
course. The instructor and the Division Chairperson/Department Head in whose division the
course is offered will determine the credit to be
allowed, if any. Credit will be based upon the
minimum attainment of a grade of “B” on oral,
written, and/or manipulative tests and the credit
hours indicated for the appropriate course in the
current catalog.
The College shall award credit for all course work
successfully completed (grade of D or higher) at
CVCC.
Additionally, college credit may be awarded as a
result of the following processes:
(credits awarded through these processes shall not
exceed sixty-five (65) percent of the total credit
hours required for graduation in a student’s program
of study)
1. CVCC will grant transfer credit for courses
successfully completed (grade C- or better)
from regionally accredited colleges/universities
provided that the coursework is relevant to the
student’s program of study and that the competencies required for successful completion
are at least equivalent to those required for
successful completion of the equivalent CVCC
course.
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The Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs and designees will ensure appropriate procedures
and guidelines exist for the granting and recording of
transfer credits and advanced placement credits.
Transfer credits and credits granted based on advanced placement processes may be used to satisfy
program of study requirements but will not be included
in the calculation of semester or cumulative grade
point averages (GPAs).
Veterans may not use advanced placement credits
to obtain veterans’ education benefits.
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No fee or tuition charge is imposed for advanced
placement evaluation or credit awarded through this
process, except in the case of corporate and continuing education. If a corporate and continuing education
advance placement exam is requested to certify course
competency, a flat rate of $30 for each testing session
will apply. An additional $10 will be charged for each
additional person tested.
requested at the time of re-enrollment. The Academic Forgiveness Policy consists of the following:
1. All failing grades, i.e., WF, or F will not be
counted in the calculation of the Grade Point
Average (GPA).
2. All passing grades, i.e., A,B,C, or D for
courses required in a student’s present
curriculum will count toward graduation
requirements unless other policies supersede
this policy. However, the grades will not be
used to calculate the GPA.
3. Prior to implementation of the Academic Forgiveness Policy, the student must enroll in the
college and complete a minimum of 12 consecutive semester credit hours with a minimum
GPA of 2.00. The 12 credit hours must be hours
that are included in the GPA calculation.
4. For various programs, there may be additional
or specific requirements related to admissions
criteria, i.e., Allied Health programs.
5. The student’s GPA will be calculated based
upon the time of re-enrollment and all requirements being met.
6. Grades for all courses enrolled at CVCC will
be on the student’s transcript with appropriate
indication of calculation of the student’s GPA.
COURSE SUBSTITUTION
Courses may be substituted in a curriculum for a
student only under exceptional circumstances and only
if the substitution is within the NCCCS Curriculum
Standards. It should be determined that the course
which is substituted for another is of a comparable
nature and meets the needs of the student. Course
substitutions must be recommended by the student’s
academic advisor. Course substitutions must be approved by the Division Chairperson or Department
Head of the requesting curriculum, by the Division
Chairperson or Department Head responsible for the
course to be substituted, and by the Registrar.
CURRICULUM COURSE REPEAT
POLICY
A student may attempt a course a maximum of
three times. A course is considered attempted when
any one of the following grades is received – A, B,
C, D, F, WP, WF, CS, AU. The highest grade received
will be used in the computation of the student’s grade
point average. An academic program may have a
more restrictive policy regarding the number of permissible attempts to fulfill a program requirement.
Students should be aware that satisfactory academic
progress requirements exist for students applying for
or receiving financial aid and that repeated attempts
of a course may have an undesirable effect on these
satisfactory progress measures. Exception to the 3-attempt maximum may be granted if the student has not
completed the course with a grade of A, B, or C and
if the student provides documented evidence of mitigating circumstances, academic intervention which
increases the likelihood of success in the course, or
three year break in enrollment. Petition for exceptions
should be directed to the Dean of Student Services or
designee.
Note: Students planning to transfer to another
college or university are cautioned that the receiving
institution may use all grades earned in computing
grade-point averages for admission or other purposes.
The application of this policy will not affect the
Financial Aid Satisfactory Progress measurement.
ACADEMIC FORGIVENESS
POLICY
Steps:
1. Student enrolls and achieves a minimum
GPA of 2.00, with successful completion of
12 semester hours (includable in GPA) taken
consecutively.
2. Student makes request to Dean of Student
Services.
3. The Registrar will evaluate the transcript and
determine appropriate courses to be included
in the forgiveness process.
4. GPA will be adjusted according to the policy.
5. Student will be notified by a letter from Dean
of Student Services (or designee) of process
outcome.
6. A copy of the evaluation will be included in
the permanent student record.
Effective Fall 1997, when a student’s last enrollment
date at CVCC has been thirty-six consecutive months
or more, the Academic Forgiveness Policy may be
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GRADING SYSTEM
Grading System
At the end of each semester, students’ grades are
determined by the course instructor who submits
them to the records office. At no time may a grade be
changed except through the proper appeals process, by
the instructor, or division chairperson due to extenuating circumstances.
CREDIT COURSE GRADE. The measure of a
student’s overall academic performance for courses
attempted at the College and with a course number
greater than or equal to 100 shall be a grade point
average (GPA) based on a 4.0 scale. A student shall
receive 4 grade points per credit hour for excellent
performance (letter grade A based on final numerical
average between 93 and 100), 3 grade points per credit
hour for above average performance (letter grade B
based on final numerical average between 86 and 92),
2 grade points per hour for average performance (letter grade C based on final numerical average between
78 and 85), 1 grade point per hour for below average
performance (letter grade D based on final numerical
average between 70 and 77), and 0 grade points per
hour for failing performance (letter grade F or WF
based on final numerical average below 70).
Credits received for successful completion of
developmental courses (courses with a course number less than 100) are included in the computation
of attempted credits and earned credits but shall be
excluded from all GPA computations. Valid grades
for developmental courses are A, B, C, WP, CS, AU,
and I (in certain circumstances on temporary basis).
Transfer credits and credits granted based on advanced placement processes shall also be excluded
from all GPA computations. The Vice-President of
Academic and Student Affairs or designee will ensure
that the grade system and the processes used for record
keeping purposes comply with the above policy.
Following is the current grading system. Other
valid grades may appear on transcripts due to enrollment activity recorded under previous grading systems
at the College.
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Grade
Description
Grade
Points per
Credit Hour
Numerical grade
of 93-100
Numerical grade
of 86-92
Numerical grade
of 78-85
Numerical grade
of 70-77
A
Excellent
4
B
Above Average
3
C
Average
2
D
Below Average
1
F
Failed
0
Numerical grade
below 70
WF
Withdrew
Failing
0
Numerical grade
below 70
WP
Withdrew
Passing
N/A
CS
Continued
Study
N/A
P
Passed
N/A
I
Incomplete
N/A
AU
Audit
N/A
Valid for
developmental
courses only
GRADE POINT AVERAGE. The measure of a
student’s overall academic performance at the college
shall be a grade point average (GPA) based on a 4.0
scale. The GPA shall be calculated in the following
manner:
1. The number of credit hours for each course
for which grade points are applicable are
multiplied by the grade points awarded for
the student’s course grade to obtain the grade
points for a given course.
2. A grade point total is determined by adding
the grade points earned in each course.
3. The grade point average (GPA) is the grade
point total divided by the credit hours included
in the GPA (those credit hours used to determined grade point total).
The computation of GPA includes only those
courses completed at CVCC numbered 100 or higher
and for which a grade of A, B, C, D, F, or WF is
received. (See also Repeat Policy)
CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE
GRADE. For continuing education courses, a grade
of S signifies satisfactory progress and a grade of U
designates unsatisfactory progress. Grades earned in
continuing education courses are not included in GPA
calculations.
INCOMPLETES. A grade of I (Incomplete) may
be given under extenuating circumstances to be determined by the instructor of the course. A grade of I must
be replaced with the final course grade by the end of
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Credit Hours
Includable in GPA
12-18.9
19-26.9 27-35.9
36 and above
Graduation
the subsequent semester unless approval is granted by
the dean of curriculum programs for continuation of
the incomplete for one additional semester. Otherwise,
the grade of “I” changes to an “F”. A grade of WP or
WF cannot be used to replace a grade of I.
DEVELOPMENTAL COURSES. Developmental courses are curriculum courses with a course
number less than 100. Students who successfully
complete developmental courses will earn grades
of “A,” “B,” or “C” depending upon the level of
acquired competence. Students who fail to complete
developmental course requirements by the end of the
semester will be assigned a grade of “CS” (continued
study). Students who receive a “CS” must register for
the developmental course again and pay tuition and
fees again.
Developmental course credit does not count toward
graduation requirements. In addition, developmental
course grades are excluded from GPA calculations.
WITHDRAWALS. When a student is unable to
maintain regular attendance as defined by the syllabus
for a class, either the student or instructor may initiate the process to withdraw the student from class
membership. If such action occurs on or before the
50% point of the class, the student’s grade shall be WP
(Withdrawal Passing). If such action occurs after the
50% point of the class, the student’s grade shall be a
WF (Withdrawal Failing) unless the instructor authorizes a WP based upon appropriate circumstances. The
student’s grade is recorded on the student’s permanent
record.
To withdraw from class membership, either the
student or instructor submits an add/ withdrawal form
to the Student Records Office.
Cumulative Grade
Point Average
0.00-1.24
0.00-1.49
0.00-1.74
0.00-1.99
2.00
Students on academic probation will be sent a letter
from the Dean of Student Services informing them of
their probationary status and requesting they meet a
Student Services counselor to discuss their academic
progress.
Students who fail to raise their cumulative GPA to
the prescribed average at the end of two (2) consecutive semesters may be suspended for one (1) semester.
Students placed on academic suspension shall be
notified by letter from the Dean of Student Services.
(When such notification occurs after registration, suspended students may be withdrawn from all classes,
and all tuition and fees may be refunded.)
Students may appeal their academic suspension to
the Dean of Student Services. In the appeals process,
students must present justification for appealing their
suspensions. The appeals process may result in a
reduced course load, and/or other appropriate action,
or suspension for one (1) semester.
In addition to academic probation, other academic
sanctions may be imposed on students enrolled in
certain health sciences programs. Students applying
for or admitted to these programs should contact their
faculty advisor for further information.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY. Students at CVCC
are expected to be honest in all academic pursuits,
whether class, lab, shop, or clinical. Acts of academic
dishonesty are considered unethical and subject to
behavior sanctions. Examples of academic dishonesty
include, but are not limited to the following:
ACADEMIC SANCTIONS AND
DUE PROCESS
1. Sharing information about the content of quizzes, exams, classroom/lab/shop/clinical assignments (scheduled or make-up) without approval
of the instructor including but not limited to
unauthorized copying, collaboration, or use of
notes, books, or other materials when preparing for or completing examinations or other
academic assignments (scheduled or makeup).
2. Buying, selling, or otherwise obtaining a copy
of a quiz, exam, project, term paper, or like
document, without approval of the instructor.
3. Plagiarism, which is defined as the intentional
representation of another person’s work, words,
thoughts, or ideas (from any source) as one’s
own.
Student Advocate. Students may contact
the Director of Counseling Services for assistance
regarding academic problems and/or concerns. The
Director of Counseling Services (or designee) will
work with the student, instructors, academic supervisors, and other College resources to identify and
implement the best available solution to academic
problems and/or concerns.
ACADEMIC SANCTIONS. Students not making satisfactory academic progress shall be placed on
academic probation when their cumulative grade point
average places them in any one of the categories listed
in the following table.
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4. Failing to follow approved test taking procedures by performing such acts as the following:
• Looking on another student’s test
• Use of unauthorized notes; written, electronic, or otherwise
• Changing answers after exam is scored
• Verbal, non-verbal, or electronic
communication with another student
during an exam.
Instructors have the authority to impose either a
warning, probation, or dismissal from the class for
acts of academic dishonesty relative to classes under
their supervision.
Students have an obligation to report any acts of
academic dishonesty to the instructor or appropriate
campus authority when reasonable grounds exist for
such a report. Students also have a responsibility to
cooperate in the investigation of any alleged acts of
academic dishonesty. Failure to report acts of
academic dishonesty could result in a behavior
sanction.
1. The student should consult with the
instructor issuing the grade within ten (10)
working days after the grade has been
mailed to the student, made available to the
student through a web/internet portal (such
as ValleyCAT) or other electronic means,
or otherwise made available to the student.
The student and instructor shall (1) review
the basis for the grade issued; (2) review
the basis for any charge of discrimination;
and (3) identify, if possible, any error made
in determining the grade. If the instructor
determines an error has been made, the
instructor shall forward a grade correction
and explanation to the records supervisor
who shall correct the student’s records and
notify the student accordingly.
2. After consultation with the instructor, if the
complaint is not resolved to the student’s
satisfaction, the student should consult the
appropriate department head/division
chairperson/associate dean within five (5)
working days. The department head/
division chairperson/associate dean shall
thoroughly investigate the complaint and
determine if the grade issued was
appropriate or inappropriate. If
inappropriate, the department head/division
chairperson/associate dean shall determine
the correct grade and submit it in writing
with a detailed written justification for the
grade change to the records supervisor. A
copy of the change and explanation shall
be sent to the student, instructor, vice
president of academic and student affairs,
dean of student services, and the
president.
Once a formal request for appeal is received, all
hearings will be scheduled and held within the
designated timeline, unless an alternative date is
mutually agreed upon.
Students who allege that an instructor has treated
them unfairly in assigning any final course grade shall
utilize the following procedures: The student may
contact the Director of Counseling Services for
assistance in managing this process or identifying
other possible solutions.
Should a grading issue remain unresolved after
conclusion of the informal process, the student may
file a formal appeal of the grade.
Student Advocate. Students may contact
the Director of Counseling Services for assistance
regarding academic problems and/or concerns. The
Director of Counseling Services (or designee) will
work with the student, instructors, academic
supervisors, and other College resources to identify
and implement the best available solution to academic
problems and/or concerns.
Student Due Process Procedures.
Students at Catawba Valley Community College who
have a major grievance with the College have the right
to invoke the due process procedure. A grievance is
a student allegation that a College action or decision
is discriminatory, violates students’ basic rights, or
results in unfair treatment. The college student due
process procedure is established primarily for the
resolution of disputes that may arise.
Informal Process. The intention of this
policy is that the faculty member or other individual
who has been responsible for the act that the student
considers to be unfair will attempt, in good faith, to
resolve the dispute. Therefore, an informal process
of discussion with this individual and appropriate
supervisor(s) should be initiated by the student.
Should the matter remain unresolved, the formal step
of due process may be invoked.
In the case of a grade dispute, the following steps
should be taken prior to issuing a formal request for
appeal.
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Step 1: The appeal must be made in writing
within five (5) working days after the
conclusion of the informal process. The
appeal letter should be addressed to the
Grading Appeals Committee and
submitted to the dean of curriculum
programs who shall be a non-voting
member. The committee shall be made
up of the following members: two (2)
student members from a minimum of
five individuals recommended by the
Student Government Association, the
records supervisor or designee two (2)
faculty members from a minimum of
five individuals recommended by the
Faculty Senate (not in the discipline of
the instructor who issued the disputed
grade), and the dean who will chair the
committee. Should the dean happen to
be the faculty member who issued the
disputed grade, the appeal will be
chaired by the vice president of academic
and student affairs.
The letter of appeal from the student
shall list (1) course number, title,
section, and meeting time; (2) instructor;
(3) grade issued; (4) error or
discrimination charged by the student;
(5) date and time of consultation with
the instructor; (6) date and time of
consultation with the department head/
division chairperson/associate dean; and
(7) any corrective action being
requested.
The chairperson of the Grading
Appeals Committee shall schedule a
date for a hearing within seven (7)
working days of the receipt of the written
appeal and notify the student and
instructor of the date, time, and location
of the hearing.
In extraordinary circumstances
should appellants wish to be accompanied
by legal counsel, for advisory purposes
only, they should file this request with
the written appeal. In such cases, the
institution may also be represented by
legal counsel for advisory purposes.
Recording devices may not be used
without the express consent of all parties
present. In the event recording devices
are requested, the appellant should file
this request as a part of the written
appeal.
The results of the hearing shall be
determined by a majority vote of the
committee members. The committee
chairperson shall issue a written decision
within three (3) working days after the
hearing indicating any grade change and
justification for the decision reached to
both the student and instructor. Copies
of the decision shall also be forwarded
to the president, vice president of
academic and student affairs, and the
director of student records who will
include the copy to be placed in the
student’s permanent record.
Step 2: If the decision of the Grading Appeals
Committee is unacceptable to the
student, a letter of appeal should be
forwarded to the College Administrative
Council. Such an appeal must be
submitted within five (5) working days
after the mailing of the decision of the
Grading Appeals Committee. The letter
shall be sent to the president who shall
schedule the hearing within seven (7)
working days after receipt of the letter.
The appeal letter to the Administrative
Council shall contain the same
information required in the appeal
submitted to the Grading Appeals
Committee. Any person who is a member
of Administrative Council who
participated in the Grading Appeals
Committee decision or is the instructor
whose grade is under appeal must
abstain from serving on the
Administrative Council during a grade
appeal hearing.
The results of the appeal to the Administrative
Council shall be determined by a majority vote of the
committee members. The president shall notify the
student, instructor, and members of the Grading
Appeals Committee in writing of results within three
(3) working days. A copy of the decision shall also be
sent to the director of student records who will include
the copy in the student’s permanent record. This
written notification should include the justification
and the change, if any.
ATTENDANCE SANCTIONS. Instructors have
the responsibility and authority to establish and
enforce attendance requirements for their classes. An
instructor may withdraw a student from class when
the instructor believes that the student’s absences are
excessive or that the student does not intend to pursue
the learning activities of the class. In justifiable cases,
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instructors have the prerogative to re-admit a student
to class membership when the withdrawal process was
initiated by the instructor.
READMISSION OF STUDENTS. Students who
have withdrawn from the college in good standing or
have been suspended from the college for academic
deficiencies or other reasons may apply for readmission through the normal admission procedure
at the office of admissions and records.
Consideration for re-admission will be based
upon the applicants’ objectives, ability, evidence of
responsibility and personal growth, citizenship record,
educational development, and/or time elapsed since
they left the college.
Students suspended or expelled from the college
may apply for re-admission after the punitive term
has expired. If re-admission through normal channels
is denied at the office of admissions and records, the
student may appeal the decision to the Administrative
Council.
All infractions of college regulations resulting
in suspension or expulsion from the college shall be
recorded in the student’s permanent record.
VETERANS BENEFITS AND STUDENT
FINANCIAL AID. The College complies with the
Standards of progress for Veterans certified for education benefits. Under such standards students will
no longer be certified for benefits or aid if placed on
academic probation for two successive semesters.
Eligibility may be reestablished after one semester
of satisfactory progress on a minimum of six or more
credit hours.
satisfactory progress. A student also is responsible
for understanding the consequences for not making
satisfactory progress. A student at the College is
considered to be making satisfactory academic progress in his/her curriculum program of study when the
following three requirements are satisfied.
(1) The qualitative measure – The
student maintains a minimum cumulative
2.00 grade point average (GPA). Developmental courses (hours attempted and
grades received) are not included in the
computation of cumulative grade point
average. Transfer credit hours will not be
included in the qualitative GPA measure.
Except for courses which are repeated as
a requirement of a specific curriculum, the
best grade will be used in the computation
of cumulative GPA when multiple attempts of a course exist. However, grades
otherwise forgiven in the computation
of cumulative GPA under the College’s
academic forgiveness policy will be included in the computation of cumulative
GPA for financial aid purposes.
(2)
S atisfactory A ca d emic
Progress Standards for
Financial Aid
The Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended
by Congress in 1980, mandates institutions of higher
education to establish standards of “satisfactory progress” for students receiving federal financial aid. The
federal regulations addressing satisfactory progress
were initially published in October 1983, with amendments made in December 1987 and then again in April
1994.
The federal regulations require that measurement
of “satisfactory progress” include all periods of enrollment at the institution, including those periods
of enrollment for which the student did not receive
financial aid from Title IV funds.
S atisfactory P rogress for
Financial Aid Defined. The College has established the following satisfactory progress measures
in accordance with federal regulations. A student is
responsible for understanding the College’s policies regarding satisfactory progress and for making
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The incremental quantitative measure – The student satisfactorily completes the minimum cumulative
credit hours required based on the cumulative credit hours attempted as indicated by
the following table. Developmental course
hours are included in this measurement.
Cumulative credit hours attempted will
include all hours for which the student was
enrolled as of the census date of the class.
The census date is defined as the 10% point
of the class. Only credit hours completed
with grades of A, B, C, D, or P (pass) are
included in minimum cumulative credit
hours satisfactorily completed. Credit
hours for which a grade of WP (withdraw
passing), WF (withdraw failing), F (Failing), CS (Continued Study), or I (Incomplete) are received are not considered to be
“satisfactorily completed” for this progress
measure. Repeated courses are included in
hours attempted and in hours satisfactorily
completed if appropriate based on the
grades received. Credit hours otherwise
marked as forgiven under the College’s
academic forgiveness policy are included in hours attempted and in hours
satisfactorily completed if appropriate
based on the grades received. Transfer
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testing, may receive federal financial
aid for up to 30 semester hours of developmental coursework. The student’s
maximum time frame will be extended by
the number of credit hours earned in each
developmental course, subject to the 30
semester hour limitation.
The maximum time frame will be
monitored independent of the incremental quantitative measure. The maximum
time frame is the maximum credit hours
that a student may attempt in an effort to
complete a curriculum program of study
and also remain eligible for financial aid.
The maximum time frame for a curriculum
program of study is the minimum number
of credit hours required to complete a program of study as outlined in the College’s
general catalog multiplied by 150%. For
example, if the minimum number of hours
required to complete a program of study
is 65, then the maximum time frame for
that program for purposes of satisfactory
progress is 65 times 150% or 97.5 credit
hours.
The maximum time frame begins when
the student first attends the College and
continues until that student successfully
completes a program of study regardless
of the number of years which may elapse
between enrollment periods. Changing
to another program before completing a
program may increase the risk of failing
the maximum time frame measure.
The maximum time frame measure
includes credit hours otherwise marked
as forgiven under the College’s academic
forgiveness policy.
The maximum time frame measure
includes all attempts at a course (includes
repeated courses).
All transfer credit hours applicable
to the student’s program of study will be
included in the measurement of maximum
time frame.
Students who choose to double major
(pursue multiple programs at the same
time) will assume the maximum time frame
of only one major/program.
If a student graduates from a program
of study at the College and desires to pursue another program, that student will assume the maximum time frame of the new
credit hours are not included in the incremental quantitative measure. Courses
audited are not included in this measure.
Cumulative
Credit Hours
Attempted
(includes
developmental
courses)
1 to 4
5 to 6
7 to 8
9 to 10
11 to 12
13 to 14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 and up
Minimum
Cumulative
Credit Hours To
Be Satisfactorily
Completed
Minimum
Cumulative
Grade Point
Average
(GPA)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
2/3 (two thirds)
of the
cumulative
attempted hours
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
Note: If fractional credit hours exist in the
student’s record due to the conversion of
quarter hours to semester hours, the credit
hours used for purposes of determining
satisfactory progress will be rounded
down to the nearest whole number. For
example, if a student’s record indicated
11.9 credit hours attempted and 3.9 credit
hours completed, satisfactory progress
would be measured using 11 credit hours
attempted and 3 credit hours completed.
(3) The maximum time frame
quantitative measure – The
student must successfully complete the
program of study within its maximum
time frame. Federal regulations specify
that the time frame may not exceed 150%
of the published length of the program as
measured in credit hours. Students who
have been accepted into a program which
qualifies for federal financial aid and
who are required to take developmental
courses as determined by placement
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program less any attempted hours related to
courses not required in the program previously completed.
Satisfactory Progress Increments.
The College will measure the satisfactory academic
progress of students receiving financial aid at the end
of each semester. Since federal regulations require the
standards of progress to include all periods of enrollment at the College, then satisfactory academic progress will also be measured when (1) a student applies
for financial aid when reenrolling following a break
in enrollment, and (2) a student applies for financial
aid following enrollment at his/her own expense in an
effort to reestablish financial aid eligibility.
Students who do not meet all of the satisfactory
progress measures are ineligible for federal and state
financial aid. The College will notify a student if
he/she is ineligible due to failure of the satisfactory
progress measures. However, students are responsible
for understanding the College’s policies regarding satisfactory progress and it is the student’s responsibility
to track his/her progress.
Students can reestablish eligibility by enrolling
at their own expense until the satisfactory progress
measures are satisfied or may attempt to reestablish
eligibility as follows.
Reinstatement of Financial Aid
Eligibility. The first time a student fails to
satisfy the qualitative (GPA) measure or the incremental quantitative measure, the student may request
reinstatement of financial aid eligibility on probationary terms. The student must submit a request for
reinstatement (“Request”) in writing to the Director
of Financial Aid. The Request must include the reasons that the satisfactory progress measures were not
satisfied and a plan for achieving satisfactory progress
if eligibility is reinstated on probationary terms. The
Director of Financial Aid may grant the request for
reinstatement on probationary terms which will be
specified in a probation contract (“Contract”). At a
minimum, the Contract will require the student to
satisfactorily complete all credit hours attempted each
semester with a minimum term GPA of 2.00 until
all satisfactory progress measures are satisfied. The
Contract may include additional terms determined
by the Director of Financial Aid to be appropriate for
probationary status. Upon agreeing to the terms of
the Contract in writing, the student’s eligibility will
be reinstated.
Requests for reinstatement must be received and
the Contract must be signed by the student prior to
the earliest class census date in the student’s schedule.
Contracts expire at the end of the summer semester
(each year) and must be renewed if appropriate.
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Students who fail to satisfy the terms of the Probation Contract in any semester and still do not satisfy
the satisfactory progress measures become ineligible
for a second time. Students can reestablish eligibility
by enrolling at their own expense until the satisfactory progress measures are satisfied or may attempt to
reestablish eligibility through the financial aid appeal
process outlined in the next paragraph. The reinstatement process described in this paragraph does not
apply to students who fail the maximum time frame
progress measure. Students who fail the maximum
time frame measure must request reinstatement
through the appeal process outlined below.
A ppeal of F inancial A i d
Ineligibility. Except for first time failure to
satisfy the satisfactory progress measures, financial
aid eligibility will be reinstated on probationary terms
only if the student can provide satisfactory evidence
that the failure to satisfy the incremental quantitative
measure or maximum time frame measure was due to
“mitigating circumstances”. The student must submit
an appeal in writing to the Director of Financial Aid.
The written appeal must include a description of the
mitigating circumstances which contributed to the
failure to make satisfactory progress or the failure to
satisfy the terms of the Probation Contract if on probationary status and a plan for achieving satisfactory
progress if eligibility is reinstated on probationary
terms. Satisfactory documentation of the mitigating
circumstances must be provided. The written appeal
and all supporting documentation must be received by
the Director of Financial Aid within 30 calendar days
following the last date of the semester (as published
in the College’s institutional calendar) in which the
student failed to satisfy the satisfactory progress
measures or failed to satisfy the terms of a Probation
Contract.
The Director of Financial Aid may grant reinstatement of eligibility on probationary terms if it is
determined that mitigating circumstances contributed
to the failure to make satisfactory progress or the
failure to satisfy the terms of a Probation Contract.
The Director of Financial Aid will provide notice
of the decision in writing to the student within 14
calendar days following receipt of the appeal letter
and all supporting documentation. While eligible
on probationary terms based on a successful appeal,
students will be expected to satisfactorily complete all
credit hours attempted with a minimum term GPA of
2.00 (“Probation Contract”). Students who satisfy the
terms of the Probation Contract during the probation
semester and who still do not satisfy the satisfactory
progress measures, will have their Probation Contract
automatically extended to the next semester. Those
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tember for December graduates. The exact due dates
may be determined by contacting Student Services. A
graduation fee is due when the application for graduation is submitted. (See Fees and Insurance.) This fee
applies regardless of any election by the student not
to participate in commencement. Students that apply
for graduation and then fail to graduate must reapply
for graduation. A late graduation fee of $15 shall be
charged to students who begin the graduation application process in Student Services after the published
“last day to apply for graduation”.
The student is responsible for determining and
fulfilling all requirements for the program of study
from which he/she expects to graduate. Minimum
credit hours and the required courses for each program
have been established and are listed in the Program
Listings section of the CVCC General Catalog. A
cumulative grade point average of 2.00 is required by
all programs. Certain programs may have additional
requirements. Students should consult their faculty
academic advisor for information on program and
graduation requirements.
Students may elect to satisfy program requirements in effect in either (1) the current catalog in the
semester they initially entered the program provided
they have been continuously enrolled in fall and spring
semesters and no more than 5 years have elapsed (the
period including the initial semester and including the
final semester cannot exceed 5 years) or (2) the current
catalog for the semester of graduation.
To be eligible for graduation, the applicant must
also fulfill all financial obligations to the College.
Candidates for graduation from associate degree
and diploma programs are expected to participate in
the commencement exercises. Request for exceptions
may be made to the Dean of Student Services or designee.
RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS. Students
graduating from Catawba Valley Community College
must enroll in and complete at CVCC a minimum of
35% of the semester hours required for their program
of study (credits granted through transfer credit and
advanced placement credit processes may not be used
to satisfy this requirement). The final fifteen credit
hours of study prior to graduation must be completed
at CVCC unless special permission is obtained through
the Dean of Student Services or designee.
EXIT INTERVIEW. Graduates are required to
complete an online exit interview prior to receipt of
diploma.
GRADUATING WITH HIGH HONORS AND
HONORS. Graduating students with a final cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.8 will receive
students who do not satisfy the terms of the Probation
Contract and who still do not satisfy the satisfactory
progress measures are ineligible for further financial
aid. Students can reestablish eligibility by enrolling at
their own expense until the satisfactory progress measures are satisfied or may again attempt to reestablish
eligibility through the financial aid appeal process.
Mitigating circumstances are considered to be (1)
the death of a relative of the student, (2) an injury or illness of the student, or (3) other special circumstances
causing undue hardship to the student and beyond the
reasonable control of the student.
A student may appeal the decision made by the
Director of Financial Aid to the Financial Aid Appeals
Committee. A student who wishes to appeal a decision
made by the Director of Financial Aid may do so, in
writing, to the Financial Aid Appeals Committee, c/o
the Financial Aid Office. The written request to appeal must be received by the Financial Aid Appeals
Committee within seven (7) calendar days following
notice of the decision of the Director of Financial
Aid. Decisions of the Financial Aid Committee as
to whether circumstances are mitigating and warrant
reinstatement of eligibility are final.
Financial Aid Appeals Committee.
The financial aid appeals committee (“Committee”)
shall include three (3) members as follows.
Dean of Curriculum Programs - a permanent
member and chair of the Committee.
Faculty representative appointed by the Dean
of Curriculum Programs - serves a three year
term and can be reappointed.
Student services representative appointed by
the Dean of Student Services – serves a three
year term and can be reappointed. This representative shall not be member of the financial
aid staff.
Upon written request by the student in the letter
of appeal to the Committee, the Committee shall also
include two (2) students appointed by the Dean of Student Services. The student must also provide written
consent for information in his/her academic record to
be disclosed to the two (2) students appointed.
The Director of Financial Aid or designee will be
present at Committee meetings but shall not vote.
REQUIREMENTS FOR
GRADUATION
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. The student is
responsible for officially applying to Student Services
for his/her degree or diploma. Graduation applications
are available in Student Services. The due date for
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except to the extent that the Act (and in particular section 99.31) authorizes disclosure
without consent.
(4) File with the U.S. Department of Education
a complaint under Sections 99.63 and 99.64
concerning alleged failures by the College
to comply with the requirements of the
Act.
A student may exercise the right to inspect and
review his/her education record by making written
application to the director of student records.
A student may request amendment(s) to his/her
record under section 99.20 of the Act by contacting
the director of student records. The director of student records will attempt to resolve the issue. If the
student is not satisfied with the resolution offered by
the director of student records, then the student may
commence formal student due process procedures.
The College does disclose education records
to College officials, including faculty, who are determined to have a legitimate educational interest.
Faculty/staff are considered to have a legitimate
educational interest if they might reasonably need to
access information to academically advise a student or
assist the student in a transaction with the College. All
full time faculty have access to the student database.
Upon request, the College may disclose directory
information. Directory information means information contained in the education record of a student
which would not generally be considered harmful or
an invasion of privacy if disclosed. The College has
designated directory information to be the student’s
name, address, telephone listing, date of birth, major
field of study, participation in officially recognized
activities and sports, weight and height of members of
athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards
received, and the most recent previous educational
agency or institution attended. A student has the right
to refuse to let the College designate any or all types
of information about him/her as directory information.
The student must notify the director of student records
in writing that he/she does not want any or all types
of information about him/her designated as directory
information prior to the first day of the semester.
Under the Act, the College may not disclose personally identifiable information to the parents of an
“eligible student” without the written consent of the
student unless the disclosure is to parents of a dependent student as defined in Internal Revenue Code. An
“eligible student” means a student who is 18 years
of age or is attending an institution of postsecondary
education. Parents must provide appropriate tax return
information documenting the dependent status of the
recognition in their permanent student record as
graduating with “high honors”.
Graduating students with a final cumulative GPA
greater than or equal to 3.5 and less than 3.8 will
receive recognition in their permanent student record
as graduating with “honors”.
The student’s cumulative GPA at the end of the
most recent fall semester and the GPA ranges noted
above will be used to determine which graduates
will be recognized as graduating with “high honors”
or “honors” during spring semester commencement
activities.
The student’s cumulative GPA at the end of the
most recent spring semester and the GPA ranges noted
above will be used to determine which graduates will
be recognized as graduating with “high honors” or
“honors” during summer semester commencement
activities.
SEMESTER ACADEMIC
HONORS
At the conclusion of fall and spring semesters, the
Vice-President of Academic and Student Affairs recognizes and honors each student who has completed
a minimum of 12 cumulative credit hours (includable
in GPA) at CVCC in the following manner.
High honors: students who complete 6 or more
hours (includable in GPA) during the completed semester while earning a GPA greater than or equal to
3.8 on a 4.0 scale.
Honors: students who complete 6 or more hours
(includable in GPA) during the completed semester
while earning a GPA greater than or equal to 3.5 and
less than 3.8 on a 4.0 scale.
STUDENT RECORDS AND
TRANSCRIPTS
PRIVACY OF STUDENTS. The College protects the privacy of students in accordance with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
of 1974 (the “Act”), as amended, enacted as section
444 of the General Education Provisions Act. A
complete copy of the Act is available for reference in
Student Services and on the College website.
Under this Act, students have the right to:
(1) Inspect and review their education records.
(2) Seek amendment of their education records
that they believe to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of their
privacy rights.
(3) Consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in their record,
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student before disclosure will be made without the
student’s written consent.
COPIES OF EDUCATIONAL RECORD
INFORMATION. The College will provide students with personal copies of their CVCC transcript
and/or results of placement testing and other testing
administered by CVCC Testing Services. However,
the College reserves the right to limit transcripts
provided to a reasonable number. Proof of identity
may be required to obtain a transcript and/or test
score report. Student access to transcripts from other
educational institutions is generally limited to visual
access. CVCC generally does not provide students
with file copies or photocopies of transcripts and/or
test reports from other institutions. There will be no
charge to the student for copies of CVCC transcripts
and/or placement test reports.
RECORD RETENTION. CVCC maintains student records in accordance with the Records Retention and Disposition schedule approved for colleges
in the North Carolina Community College System.
This schedule was approved for colleges in the North
Carolina Community College system in accordance
with provisions of the General Statutes of North
Carolina.
In addition to services provided through the Corporate and Continuing Education Division, CVCC also
offers specialized services to the business, corporate,
and industrial community.
CLASS LOCATIONS
While a number of classes are held on CVCC East
and Main campuses, as well as the Alexander Center in
Taylorsville, others are conducted at various locations
in surrounding communities or within a particular
business or industry throughout the area served by
CVCC.
ADMISSION
Admission to classes in the division is open to
individuals 18 years of age or older. Individuals less
than 18 years old who are high school graduates or
whose high school class has graduated may also enroll
in continuing education courses. High school juniors
and seniors, sixteen years of age and older, may enroll with permission from high school officials. See
general college admissions requirements for further
details.
TO ENROLL
Individuals interested in attending any Continuing Education course must register and prepay by
mail, telephone, or visiting the CVCC East Campus
or Alexander Center. Applicants are registered on a
first-come, first-served basis.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
RIGHTS
OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS. The College
retains the right to use student work produced as a
part of class assignments for non-profit educational
purposes.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Classes are scheduled continuously throughout
each semester. Special business seminars and industrial courses may be scheduled to begin at any time
period appropriate to a company and CVCC.
Specific announcements of course offerings,
registration dates, and places will be delivered to
local news media and other appropriate means approximately three weeks prior to the beginning of
the course. For current listings, check the website:
http://cce.cvcc.edu.
CORPORATE AND
CONTINUING EDUCATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
An important function of the College is to provide
quality courses of continuing education for adults. The
development of these courses is based upon community
needs and interests.
Continuing Education provides life-long learning
experiences that will help adults fulfill occupational,
social and personal needs. It allows adults to achieve their
fullest potential and effectiveness in a rapidly changing
world of increasing knowledge, skill and understanding.
Courses offered are helpful in achieving occupational
goals, as well as increasing the quality of life. The diversity of these programs range from basic reading and
writing skills to vocational and technical upgrading to
cultural and personal enrichment.
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT
REQUIRED
Normally, a course may be offered when a minimum of 10-15 persons enroll for the subject. The College reserves the right to cancel any course when an
insufficient number of people register.
ATTENDANCE
Students are expected to attend class regularly.
Individual attendance records are maintained and
retained. Students must meet attendance requirements
to receive recognition for the course. Some classes are
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CORPORATE AND CONTINUING
EDUCATION DUE PROCESS
offered in accordance with state guidelines which may
require stricter attendance policies.
This policy also applies to continuing education
courses for which CEUs or certifications are issued.
Minimum attendance requirements are communicated
to students. Failure to meet these requirements will
result in a grade of U (unsatisfactory). Make-up of
missed class time is not guaranteed but may be permitted, within a specified timeline, in documented
emergency situations with approval of the instructor,
program director and Dean of Corporate and Continuing Education, and within state auditing guidelines.
Although grades are not usually assigned to
Corporate and Continuing Education courses, some
courses, such as those earning specific credits, may
require such. Additionally, Corporate and Continuing
Education students are held to the same behavior
standards as curriculum students (see p. 32). Should
there be a disagreement concerning academic and/or
behavioral sanctions imposed in the Corporate and
Continuing Education Division, the appropriate process is to first discuss the complaint with the instructor of the continuing education course. Should the
situation be unresolved at that stage the student may
present the concern in writing within 5 working days
to the director of the program area under which the
course is offered.
Should it still be unresolved, the student should
notify the Dean of Corporate and Continuing Education within 5 working days regarding the request
for an appeal. This request should be in writing and
should include the 1) course number, section, title,
and meeting time; 2) instructor name; 3) grade, error,
or discrimination charged by the student; 4) date and
time of consultation with the instructor; and 5) action
being requested. The Dean will schedule the appeal
within 10 working days and will appoint an appeal
committee made up of two directors, outside the program area in which the instructor is employed, and a
student services counselor. The Dean will inform the
student of the result by letter.
If the result of the appeal is unacceptable to the
student, a letter of appeal should be forwarded to
the Administrative Council through the office of the
President who shall schedule a hearing within ten (10)
working days. This letter should contain the same
information as required in the letter to the Dean.
Since the Dean chairs the appeal committee, the
Dean shall abstain from serving on the Administrative
Council during the appeal hearing. The results of the
appeal to Administrative Council shall be communicated by the President to the student, instructor, and
members of Council within five (5) working days.
FEES
Occupational Extension course fees are on a graduated scale as outlined in the fee schedule on page 18.
Other Continuing Education course fees vary. Fees
may be waived in compliance with North Carolina
Statutes, as specified under fee waivers. There are no
registration fees for enrollees in Basic Skills Education. Other costs in continuing education classes may
include textbooks, equipment, tools, or other specific
fees.
COURSE COMPLETION
Certificates are given for the satisfactory completion of many Corporate and Continuing Education
courses. Requests for enrollment verification or course
transcript should be directed to the Office of Corporate
and Continuing Education. (See index for Student
Records.)
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS
(C.E.U.)
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools,
of which CVCC is an accredited member, has recommended that the Continuing Education Unit (C.E.U.)
be used as the basic instrument of measurement for a
student’s participation in an institution’s offering of
non-credit classes, courses, and programs. The C.E.U.
is a unit measure. One C.E.U. is defined as ten contact
hours of participation in an organized continuing
education experience under responsible sponsorship,
capable direction, and qualified instruction.
Continuing Education Units may be offered for
CVCC courses that are applicable to professional
certification or license renewal.
FOCUSED INDUSTRIAL
TRAINING
Focused Industrial Training (FIT) provides customized training for skilled and semi- skilled workers
in manufacturing occupations. Examples of occupations qualifying for FIT are machinist, maintenance
mechanic, fixer, technician, first-line supervisor, electronic technician, CNC operator, quality technician,
machine operator, and group leader. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
RIGHTS
OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS. The College
retains the right to use student work produced as a
part of class assignments for non-profit educational
purposes.
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Unique features of the program includes no minimum class size, joint planning by employer and FIT
director, flexible scheduling, custom designed training,
and instructors who are technical experts. Classes
may be held at the company facility or on the CVCC
campus. For more information, please call 828-3277000, Ext. 4293.
planning between CVCC training specialists and
company product and manufacturing experts. Community college personnel are available to visit existing
operations of a company in order to study job skills,
production processes and other issues pertinent to
preparing a training proposal suited specifically to
that company’s particular needs. For more information
please call 828-327-7000, ext. 4293.
HOSIERY TECHNOLOGY
CENTER
SMALL BUSINESS CENTER
The Small Business Center is dedicated to the
creation of new jobs and the on-going support of
businesses and professions in Catawba and Alexander
counties. Funded annually by special grant with tax
payer dollars, the Center is one of 58 comprising the
Small Business Center Network (SBCN) of the North
Carolina Community College system.
Each semester, the Center offers a mini series of
Start-It seminars for budding entrepreneurs, as well
as Grow-It seminars on a wide variety of topics for
more seasoned business owners. For those needing
help with a business plan or help with cash flow, the
Center director is available for free and confidential
counseling by appointment. When a team approach
to a problem is warranted, other SBCN directors and
SBA SCORE counselors can be called upon for assistance.
In addition to seminars and counseling services, the
Center maintains a resource library of print and electronic media so that clients can conduct independent
study and research. As a partner in the health of our
local economy, the Center often delivers its services
in conjunction with local chambers of commerce,
economic development officials, city and county merchants, business associations, and other departments
within the College.
For a counseling appointment, contact the
Director at bsweetin@cvcc.edu or call 828-327-7000,
extension 4112. For current seminar offerings, go to
the SBC web site at http://sbc.cvcc.edu.
The Hosiery Industry of the Catawba Valley area
produces more than 30 percent of hosiery products
made in the United States. Hosiery manufacturing
and related industries provide thousands of jobs in
the Catawba Valley area adding millions of dollars to
the local economy.
Rapidly emerging technology is having a substantial impact on the hosiery industry. Computerized
equipment, complex dyeing and finishing procedures,
and changing merchandising programs demands increased quality and productivity if the industry is to
compete in the global economy.
The Hosiery Technology Center, created by hosiery
industry leaders in partnership with Catawba Valley
Community College, helps the industry improve and
sustain its competitive position in the marketplace.
The Hosiery Technology Center assists the industry
by providing classes, workshops, seminars, technical
assistance, consultative services, testing services, and
machine demonstrations. A complete hosiery knitting
lab and hosiery dyeing and finishing lab are available
for technical training, testing and demonstrations.
For more information, please call the Hosiery
Technology Center at 828-327-7000, Ext. 4265.
NEW AND EXPANDING
INDUSTRY
The New and Expanding Industry Training
program’s primary mission at CVCC is to ensure
that business and industry in Alexander and Catawba
counties is provided with the necessary technical and
vocational training for smooth and efficient startups
or expansions.
A project budget is supplied by the North Carolina Community College System, NCCCS, while the
specific course development and training schedule is
managed by the company and CVCC. There are no
course registration fees and typical budgets include
instructor development, salaries of company and college instructors, and training materials.
The training project is cooperatively planned by
training specialists from CVCC and NCCCS, and
company representatives. The key is cooperative
COMPUTRAIN
CVCC’s Corporate Computer Training Center
provides professional development courses in the
most current versions of software applications used
by area businesses. These short, one-day, six-hour-perday courses are designed for employees who need to
become more productive in the shortest time possible
with practical hands-on experience in a Windows and
LAN environment. COMPUTRAIN will also design
short courses to meet a company’s specific personal
computer application needs, to be held on CVCC’s
campuses or at a company’s computer lab.
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For more information, contact the Director of
COMPUTRAIN at 828-327-7000, Ext. 4330 or e-mail
sasp@cvcc.edu.
BASIC SKILLS EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
OCCUPATIONAL EXTENSION
COURSES
The College offers many vocational, technical, and
business Continuing Education courses. The primary
objectives of these courses are to (1) provide adults
additional skills and/or knowledge applicable to the
present occupation; (2) provide training for occupations in which skill and knowledge requirements are
undergoing transition due to technological advances in
equipment, materials, and machines; and (3) provide
area businesses and industries assistance in meeting
manpower needs through other specialized courses. Occupational upgrading courses are available
in each of the following areas:
BUSINESS courses are available to a wide variety
of business organizations, administration, management, sales, and secretarial occupations.
COMPUTER courses are also available in popular
software applications currently used by local employers. Courses are also available to prepare students to
take certification exams in networking such as PC
Repair A+.
FIRE AND RESCUE training is offered for
members of municipal, volunteer, industrial fire brigades, and rescue squads.
HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL programs have
been established for persons seeking additional
training in the medical field. All level courses from
para-professional to professional are offered. Entrance
tests are required for certain classes.
LAW ENFORCEMENT courses have been designed for law enforcement personnel in cooperation
with training departments of agencies.
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY
DEVELOPMENT are offered to improve supervisory
and management techniques for experienced as well
as beginning personnel.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR
EDUCATORS courses are offered to assist teachers
in meeting recertification requirements.
TECHNICAL courses are available for upgrading
the skills and knowledge of persons working in the numerous technical and para-professional occupations.
VOCATIONAL UPGRADING courses are designed for persons working in skilled and semi-skilled
occupations.
Additional information regarding occupational
upgrading courses may be obtained by contacting the
Office of Corporate and Continuing Education at the
CVCC East Campus.
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Basic Skills Education covers the four main program areas: Adult Basic Skills, Compensatory Education, English as a Second Language, and GED.
Basic Skills Education is an instructional program
designed to assist adults 18 years of age or older who
need academic remediation. Emphasis is placed on
assisting the adult in reaching a higher education
level. Classes are organized and designed to assist individual student’s efforts to reach an intermediate level
where individualized study is possible. As the student
gains competency in subject areas, a greater scope of
subjects is introduced. As he or she progresses, greater
emphasis is placed on self-paced individualized study
for advancement. Each person receives assistance in
selecting the correct level from which to begin his/her
studies.
After gaining competency in subject areas, the
adult will be encouraged to enroll in the High School
Equivalency Program (GED).
Currently, Basic Skills Education classes are available on campus and at various locations throughout
Catawba and Alexander counties.
Additional information may be obtained by
contacting the Office of Corporate and Continuing
Education or please call the Basic Skills office at
828-327-7000, ext. 4353.
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
(ABE)
The Adult Basic Education program teaches basic
skills to help adults survive in an adult world. Instruction is designed to assist adults to learn to read, to
improve reading, math, and writing skills. Classes
are available both on campus and at a number of
off-campus locations for all program areas. Please
call the Basic Skills office for further information at
828-327-7000, ext. 4353.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND
LANGUAGE (ESL)
English as a Second Language is a program of
instruction designed for adults with limited English
skills. Information covered throughout the course will
include survival language, health and safety information, dealing with cultural differences, occupational
language, U.S. history and legal information, and
citizenship requirements. Emphasis is placed on
conversational skills. Additional information may
be obtained by contacting the Office of Corporate and
Continuing Education at 828-327-7000, extension
4353. Classes are offered on and off campus.
General Information
Additional information regarding the (HRD)
program may be obtained by contacting the Office of
Corporate and Continuing Education at 828-327-7000,
extension 4370.
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY
(GED)
To qualify for the GED High School Equivalency
Diploma, an individual must satisfactorily complete
the Tests of General Education Development (GED) for
which CVCC is an official testing center. These tests
are designed to measure a person’s knowledge and skill
in five areas. Test one measures the ability to use correct
and effective English in written form. Tests two, three, and
four measure the ability to read, understand, and interpret
materials in social studies, natural sciences, and literature.
Test five measures the ability to solve problems in
mathematics.
ELIGIBILITY requirements to take the tests
stipulate that an individual must be (1) 18 years of age
or older, (2) out of high school at least six months, (3)
a resident of North Carolina, and (4) have a definite vocational or educational goal. Minors 16 and 17 years
of age may take the test only with the written permission
of the superintendent of the school district in which
the individual resides. Prior to taking the official GED
tests, new students must attend a two-day orientation,
offered both morning and evening times. Please call
828-327-7000, extension 4353 for information.
Classes are available prior to taking the GED test.
CVCC offers these courses and encourages preparation
through informal classroom situations as well as in the
GED laboratory on campus. Classes are available on
campus and at various locations throughout Catawba and
Alexander counties.
Each person planning to take the GED tests must
complete an application form prior to the date on
which the tests are taken. Proper identification must be
presented when completing the application and when
taking each examination. Acceptable identification includes a valid North Carolina driver’s license or North
Carolina identification card. To take the GED test,
appointments must be made in advance. Additional
information may be obtained by contacting the Testing
Center.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
PROGRAMS
The Community Service program offers to individuals 18 years of age and older short-term courses
for self-improvement, cultural enrichment, and
academic achievement. The program is intended to
meet the growing needs and interests of the community. The purpose is to give an individual a chance to
pursue special interests and to fill his/her leisure time
with worthwhile educational projects. Some of these
include conversational foreign languages, economics,
government, consumer education, cake decorating,
sign language, guitar, needlepoint, quilting, landscaping, dancing and personal development.
Normally, a course may be offered when a
minimum of 10-15 individuals indicate interest.
Additional information regarding these classes
may be obtained by contacting the Office of
Corporate and Continuing Education at 828-327-7037.
BOBBY ISAAC MOTORSPORTS
PROGRAM
The Bobby Isaac Motorsports Program was established at CVCC as a memorial to the late Winston Cup
Champion, Bobby Isaac. The purpose of the program
is to educate students for placement in the motorsports industry in all facets of racing. The hands-on
educational classes include, fabrication, assembly and
chassis component preparation, motorsports welding,
over the wall pit crew training, NEXTEL Cup body
hanging, race business operations and management,
basic machining, advanced machining, head machining, and CNC and cylinder. Call 828-324-6966,
extension 2028 for additional information.
SUMMERSCAPES
HUMAN RESOURCES
DEVELOPMENT
Summerscapes is a seven-week enrichment program held on the Catawba Valley Community College
campus for children ages 7-16. Classes are offered
in a variety of subjects including art, basketball,
tennis, volleyball, soccer, computers, SAT preparation
and many more. Since the program started in 1991,
many artists and teachers from the college and the
community have enjoyed this opportunity to share
their expertise and enthusiasm with young people.
Additional information may be obtained by contacting
the Office of Corporate and Continuing Education at
828-327-7037. The Human Resources Development Program
(HRD) provides structured pre-vocational training,
counseling and assistance into permanent employment or further education for unemployed and
under employed adults. This program is designed to
provide training and assistance to students who wish to
increase knowledge of self, sharpen communication and human relation skills, explore career and
educational options, set realistic goals, prepare a
professional resume, learn effective interviewing and
networking techniques and conduct an active job
search. Students enrolling in HRD classes may be
eligible for a fee waiver if they meet certain criteria.
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