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2019 SPRING GRADUATION
CONVOCATION
City of Morganton Municipal Auditorium
Saturday, May 11, 2019
10:00 AM Ceremony 2:00 PM Ceremony
Order of Exercise 10:00 AM
Prelude The Procession The Chief Marshal The Presidential Party The Officers of Administration The Trustees The Faculty and Staff The Candidates for Degrees and Diplomas *Processional .............................................................................................................. “Pomp and Circumstance” by Elgar
Dr. Shannon D. Kincaid Department Head, Science, Western Piedmont Community College
*“America the Beautiful” ...................................................................................................................... Ms. Yvette C. Logan Registration Technician, Workforce Continuing Education
Western Piedmont Community College
Greetings ............................................................................................................................................. Mr. William E. Lennon Chair, Trustees of Western Piedmont Community College
Mr. Isaiah M. Gordon President, Student Government Association
Introduction of Speaker................................................................................................................... Dr. Michael S. Helmick President, Western Piedmont Community College
Commencement Address ............................................................................................................ Ms. Mary Beach Shuping Director of Government Relations
NC Community College System
Presentation of Excellence in Teaching Award ...................................................................... Mr. Randolph C. Harrison Department Head, Humanities & Social Sciences
Western Piedmont Community College
Recommendation of Candidates for Degrees and Diplomas.................................................... Ms. Rhia M. Crawford Vice President for Academic & Student Success Western Piedmont Community College
Presentation of Degrees and Diplomas
Conferring of Degrees and Diplomas ........................................................................................... Dr. Michael S. Helmick
**Recessional
*Audience will please stand **Please be seated for the Recessional
Division of Arts & Sciences Ann Marie McNeely, Dean
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Arts
Ashley Brown Absher Evan M. Anders Tyler Alexander Auldredge Bryan D. Austin Shylyn K. Ball Kayla McNeely Belk Sarah C. Bonner Summer Chanel Boutin Emily Elizabeth Buchanan Robert S. Bumgarner Morgan Byles Lindsey Calkins Nancy Janette Carballido William Shannon Carpenter Meleah Carswell Cody Childress Jacob Lee Coffey Hannah M. Davis Madeline Elizabeth Dunbar Brittany Marie Duncan Rebecca Epley Andrea Francisco Mateo A. Gonzalez-Gonzalez Isaiah Mark Gordon Hannah Elli Gowan Dakotah S. Harlow Robin Kathleen Hayes Juan Alberto Hernandez-Olguin Zabrina Elizabeth Hice
Sydney Hunt Katherine E. Jarvis
Andrew Jenkins Megan Dayle Keith
Mai Lee Thomas Littlejohn
Tiyan Littlejohn Mathew Lor
Ryu Chaxue Lor Alicia Magdalena Mejia Mendoza
Jacob Andrew Peele Janet Marie Peters Jaycee Phasiname
Trent A. Price Christopher Bobby Pritchard
Hilda Ramirez Magara Danielle Reese
Darrell Edward Roberts Jr. Arielle N. Rottman
Jessica Saucedo Andrade Caleb Shuping
Courtney Sudderth Amber Toney
Jordan Cross Towery Dylan Turner
Peter S. Vue Abigail Eileen Wicker
Samantha Xiong Celina Yang
Kevin Yang
Candidate for the Degree of Associate in Arts and Associate in Science
Ricardo Iniguez
Candidate for the Degree of Associate in Fine Arts ~ Art
Jessica Brooke Buff
Candidate for the Degree of
Associate in Fine Arts ~ Drama
Walter A. Poteat
Candidate for the Degree of Associate in Fine Arts ~ Visual Arts
Esmeralda Macias
Candidates for the Degree of
Associate in Science
Josue J. Cardona-Lopez Kaitlyn Crisp Donjrey Devon Cuthbertson Jessica Sandra Day Amos W. Griffin Kermit Brandon Hallman Devin Wayne Harris Michael Helton Caleb Johnson Jordan Cole Johnson Kenyon Johnson
Callista B. Kale Savannah Tracey Kulcsar
Marcie Lee Marco A. Leyva
Maria Mateo-Miguel Mary Mazaleski
Amber Raye Louise McCall Emily Marie Moore
Beth C. Orr Jerab Bryan Parker
Danil N. Phrakousonh Jr.
Associate in Science (continued)
William G. Soper Jacob Robert Stanton Noah R. Suttles Paigelyn Truelove Sydney Turner Jenney Pajzoo Vang
Pa Ntsais Vang Selena Nacho Vue
Matthew Lee Wilson Brandon Robert Wiseman
Jimmy K. Xiong Naly Yang
Cecylia Young
Division of Applied Technologies Michael B. Daniels, Dean
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Applied Science
Medical Assisting
Monica L. Castro Mendez Kendra P. Denny Michaela D. Hall Heather S. Moretz Iveth A. Perkins
Victoria A. Reid Kristen Paige Smith
Angela X. Thao Alejandra C. Tiguila Amber D. Williams
Mackenzie E. Willis
Medical Laboratory Technology
Shanna L. Kilgore Madison P. Lewis Jayquan Lipford
Laura Susan Marley-Trotter Malaika Mukubwa
Sarah Kathryn Robbins
Recreational Therapy Assistant
Tiffany Bentley Stacey Freeman
Brittany K. Kaylor Haily Elizabeth Snyder
Candidates for Diploma
Medical Assisting
Ashley M. Bradshaw Brittany N. Paige Mee Yang
Division of Workforce Continuing Education
W. Lee Kiser, Dean
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Applied Science
Nursing
Kimberly Asbury Tiffany Breanne Austin Kathleen D. Ball Samantha Benotti Stephany Berrospe Melanie K. Bollinger Haley N. Bumgarner Hannah Brooke Clark Zaranie Althea M. Collado Melissa C. R. Collett Anna Rebecca Crawley Whitney Ballew Curtis Julia Katharine Dieffenwierth Kaylin Combs Eastwood Morgan Herman Kaylee Marie Huffman Grace Noelle Inglis Keng Lee
Angelia S. McElrath Chesla Nicole Miller
Chelsea G. Moses Jamie Lyn Parker
Rebekah L. Patton Juliana Perez
Valerie Marie Pierce Farley Price III
Matthew Calvin Rhyne Maria Claret Rodriguez
Haley Sexton Jodi Stamey
Sarah Jordyn-Mary Street Pa Ying Thao
Macie Triplett Madison Cole Van Velsor
Logan J. Ward Stephen Kyle Watson
Candidates for Diploma
Dental Assisting
Lauren Mackenzie Brookshire Jessica Nguyen Carson Kensy Shantay Miller Stephanie Prakuson Yaricza Rangel Taylor Brooke Shull
Lily Beth Stamper Paola M. Uribe-Rojo
Pa Lee Vue Rocio Whitworth
Brittany L. Wilhide Sharita Quanta Williams
Commencement Marshals
Mr. Randolph C. Harrison, Chief Marshal Ms. Allison C. Roper, Faculty Marshal
Ms. Brenna N. Pearson, Faculty Marshal Ms. Karilynn S. Eakin, Student Marshal
Mr. Yash N. Patel, Student Marshal
Western Piedmont Community College’s graduation ceremony commences with the entrance of our Chief Marshal, the recipient of the previous years’ Excellence in Teaching Award, who is carrying the Academia Mace. The academia mace symbolizes the entrance of the colleges’ governing authority.
The tradition of the academia mace is derived from medieval times in England, in which it was held by a bodyguard for dignitaries at ceremonial functions. Today, the academia mace ushers in our President, Board of Trustees, Senior Administration, faculty and staff who lead our college to uphold our mission
and goals to our students and community.
Order of Exercise 2:00 PM
Prelude The Procession The Chief Marshal The Presidential Party The Officers of Administration The Trustees The Faculty and Staff The Candidates for Degrees and Diplomas *Processional .............................................................................................................. “Pomp and Circumstance” by Elgar
Dr. Shannon D. Kincaid Department Head, Science, Western Piedmont Community College
*“America the Beautiful” ...................................................................................................................... Ms. Yvette C. Logan Registration Technician, Workforce Continuing Education
Western Piedmont Community College
Greetings ............................................................................................................................................. Mr. William E. Lennon Chair, Trustees of Western Piedmont Community College
Mr. Isaiah M. Gordon President, Student Government Association
Introduction of Speaker................................................................................................................... Dr. Michael S. Helmick President, Western Piedmont Community College
Commencement Address ............................................................................................................ Ms. Mary Beach Shuping Director of Government Relations
NC Community College System
Recommendation of Candidates for Degrees and Diplomas.................................................... Ms. Rhia M. Crawford Vice President for Academic & Student Success
Western Piedmont Community College
Presentation of Degrees and Diplomas
Conferring of Degrees and Diplomas ........................................................................................... Dr. Michael S. Helmick
**Recessional
*Audience will please stand **Please be seated for the Recessional
Division of Applied Technologies Michael B. Daniels, Dean
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Applied Science
Accounting
Jessica S. Bargsley Misty Michelle Candia Madison Eads Janet Marie Flynn Aerial Dawn Hawkins
Cortni LéShea McPeters Luis Enrique Montiel-Rosales
Ashley Nicole Nelson Jennifer Abernathy Ruckman
Victoria Lynn Smith Misty Lynn Whitener
Business Administration
Jessica Mintz Bruns Cory Fletcher Vilma S. Mirjah Stacey B. Sholar
Seresa Spake Destiny Triplett Braxton Vance
Dustin Wise
Computer Engineering Technology
Brandon Scott Dulaney Kane Hang Spencer Harris Logan Gene Huffman
Victor Uriel Pineda Fuentes Anthony Platero
Jonathon D. Swink Fue Vang
Jacob Joy Xiong
Computer Engineering Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology
Eric Orlando Padilla-Sifontiz
Computer Information Technology
Sofia Stephanie Karavolos Ryan Michael Rice
Nathaniel Sean Robinson Nhia Yang
Computer-Integrated Machining
Chad Wallay Ragbasingh
Cosmetology
Mary Bette Johnson Tonya L. Smith
Amber Spears
Criminal Justice Technology
Caleb Aaron Browning Brandon Louis Clark Gregory N. Gentieu Summer Michelle Gilliland Jesse Arvin Hicks Cole Bailey Houston James Darrell Huffman Jr. Tiffany Nicole Juarez Cathy Ann McGuire
Kaitlyn McKee Benjamin Alan Moore DeMarkus Lee Moore Madison Renee Pratt
Brian Lee Tepper Evan Marshall Tomlinson
Alex Wayne Weaver Charlie Xiong
Morgan Perry Yancey
Digital Effects and Animation Technology
Robert Gass Theron Lee Hunter Jason Rollyson
Cassandra Saucedo-Andrade Austin Street
Christopher S. Troutman
Early Childhood Education
Rebekah Antone Connie Darlene Brittain Jessika M. Buitrago Savannah Ann Burdine
Kimberly Ann Curtis Courtney Gilbert-Everhart
Ericka LeAnn Reid Tonya M. Robinson
Kaela Alexis Speas
Electrical Engineering Technology
Justin C. Munday Jared Wells
Human Services Technology
Vanessa Shea Austin Amber Danielle Pannell Wendy Lynn Parker
Human Services Technology with a Concentration in Substance Abuse
Eddie Lee Crotts Brandi S. Greer
Kirk P. Prosser
Industrial Systems Technology
David Andrew Baldwin
Information Technology
Steve Kiddy Christopher Joe Lunsford II Shawn Robert Taylor
Interpreter Education
Mykah Lail Johnson Kayla Marshall Jessica Massengill
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Brandi N. Harris Jonathan R. Hoilman Clay Benjamin Hollifield IV
Dakota T. Merrill Roann Michelle Rogers
Kaleb Lee Stamey
Mechatronics Engineering Technology
Bryson Dale Lockee
Medical Office Administration
Stephanie Jean Isom Jeannette Dawn Jestes Vivian Price
Office Administration
Chelsea Grzeslo
Paralegal Technology
Milenni Castro Abby Sierra Fulbright Olivia G. Horn Erica Lewis
Jeremy Jordan Mace Debra Baldwin McPeters
Misty Miller Victoria Brooke Owensby
Pang Da Xiong
Professional Crafts: Clay and Associate in Fine Arts ~ Visual Arts
Sorsha M. Phillips
Professional Crafts: Wood
Sydney D. Garnto
Simulation and Game Development
Nolan Alexander Blevins Sorine Jille Buendia
Cassie Jo Cook Steven Kanipe
Welding Technology
Ethan Lail Derrick S. Walker
Candidates for Diploma
Cosmetology
Britney K. Austin Golkarcha Chue
Shelby Penland
Division of Workforce Continuing Education W. Lee Kiser, Dean
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Applied Science
Building Construction Technology
Rhys-Paul Annas Lucas Perez-Ortiz
Horticulture Technology
Garett C. Acuff Noah Miles Bowman
Kassandra Marie Cook Christopher Zimmerman
Sustainable Agriculture
Glen David Allen Theodore Mark Marcantel
Lisa N. Scronce Lauren Speagle
Burke Middle College
Kathy A. Amos, Principal
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Arts
Payton Bradleigh Barr Colton Isaac Bentley Mallory Renae Brown Tyana Burgess Lisette Castaneda Lindsey Dianne Cook Sarah Jane Cooper Jonathan Avery Good Jillian Colleen Graham Jasminn Nkauj Hnub Graves Zachary Ryan Green Dakota Jolynn Hammons Lauren Grace Hudson Elizabeth Marie Lail Victoria Rylee Larmore Tony Seng Kaa Lee Elizabeth Star Morgan
Bridget Moua Isaiah Melek Payne
Lauren Emily Pearson Lindsay Ann Pontorno
Jahdiel Reyes Payten Kay Robertson Turner
Victoria Rodriguez Jordan Danielle Samples
Justin Tyler Sparks Jacy Vue
Krysty Kachi Vue Christopher Whaley
Fuechee Jason Xiong Kayley Gao Kalia Xiong
Shine Yang Sunnit Yang Syhlu Yang
Candidates for the Degree of Associate in Science
Mekenzie Skylyr Allen Sydney Bowman Anthony Christofi Cline Keith Michael Cook Haley Danielle Freeman Bailey Hunt
Emily Kaylene Icard Seth Johnston
Loren Ann Scott Mary Janell Tron
Houacha Angeli Vue Mee Xiong
Lilly Nkauj Hli Yang
High Honor Graduates
Graduates wearing a gold stole are graduating with high honors. Their grade point average is 3.80 or above.
Honor Graduates
Graduates wearing gold cords are graduating with honors. Their grade point averages are between 3.50 and 3.79.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Graduates
Graduates wearing a gold tassel and gold stole are members of Phi Theta Kappa. Phi Theta Kappa is a national junior college honor society. Membership in the Alpha Gamma Mu Chapter of Western Piedmont Community College is based on academic
excellence and demonstrated leadership qualities.
Burke Collegiate Scholars
Graduates wearing a medallion are members of the Burke Collegiate Scholars program. Burke Collegiate Scholars is a program established by the Western Piedmont Foundation in 1989 to provide a scholarship to Burke County fifth grade students who demonstrate potential for college success through academic scholarship, leadership, attendance, and school involvement. One scholarship is awarded at each of the 15
elementary schools in Burke County yearly.
Alumnus of the Year Award
Western Piedmont Foundation created the Alumnus of the Year Award to provide recognition for outstanding achievements by graduates of the College.
The award is based on professional accomplishments and growth, continued education, community and civic involvement, and demonstrated support for the
goals and objectives of the College.
1989 .................................................................................................. Lou Lovelace 1990 .............................................................................................. Imogene Poole 1991 ..................................................................................................... Steve Hoyle 1992 .................................................................................................... Bob Ledford 1993 .................................................................................................... Ron Shuffler 1994 ..................................................................................................... Doug Smith 1995 ......................................................................................................... Mark Buff 1996 ............................................................................................. Kathleen R. Clay 1997 ................................................ Deborah H. Cook and Ann Queen Giles 1998 ............................................................................................ Charles E. Taylor 1999 ......................................................................... Maggie Simmons-Hughes 2000 .............................................................................................. Alice Salthouse 2001 .....................................................L. Lynn Smith and Dr. Jim W. Burnett 2002 ...................................................................................... Shanda H. McFarlin 2003 ............................................................................................. Gary J. Caldwell 2004 ..................................................................................... Willie F. McIntosh III 2005 ........................................................................... Dr. Cathy Franklin-Griffin 2006 ............................................................................................. Sheila Y. Asbury 2007 ........................................................................................................ Ron Hipps 2008 ............................................................................................ Phillip G. Church 2009 .............................................................................................Terry R. Childers 2010 .......................................................................................... Robert K. Denton 2011 ........................................................................................... Amparo R. Alfaro 2012 ............................................................................................ Larry Williamson 2013 ............................................................................................... Paul H. Phillips 2014 ............................................................................................. Deborah S. Hart 2015 ............................................................................................ Tonya W. Coates 2016 ..................................................................................... J. Michael Chapman 2017 ....................................................................................... Stephanie Norman
Western Piedmont Community College Faculty
Dr. Gergana V. Adams Robert W. Angley Beverly A. Berry Michelle D. Bobo Rachel E. Bradshaw Diana E. Brewer Dr. Star P. Brown Gregory S. Buchanan Evgueniia M. Cantwell Harry E. Carpenter III Jenna M. Chapman William M. Childers Matthew G. Childres Tonya W. Coates Betsy D. Colliander Jonathan T. Crumpler Jason P. Dale Laura E. Davidson Anissa R. Demiter Daniel K. Dixon Jr. Terry A. Doyle Brenda L. Duckworth H. Blake Dula John C. Ferguson Thomas W. Frost Kasey M. Gardner Teresa H. Giese Tammy S. Glover John B. Grubbs Bryan S. Harris Randolph C. Harrison G. Brandon Hensley Kathryn L. Hoover Jessica M. Howells
Cathy L. Huffman Oaks Stacey A. Johnson
Max Y. Jordan Jr. Dr. Shannon D. Kincaid
John R. Kiser Courtney N. Long
Margaret M. Machovec Brian T. Mills
Dr. Michael L. Moore Steven J. Moulton
Johnathan L. Pardue Sarah L. Payne Mark E. Pellatt
Brandon K. Pitman Mark B. Poteat
Dr. Kara K. Presnell Donald R. Queen
Linda G. Quinto-Ellis Sherilyn M. Ritchie
Meagan M. Roberts Naomi G. Roberts
Vicki S. Shuping Michael C. Spath
Danette Steelman-Bridges Stoney D. Story
Lisa D. Surby Dr. Stacey H. Thomas
Larry R. Thompson Robert A. Vasile
Sam E. Vegter Thomas A. White Donald R. Wilson
J. Kevin Winfree Katharine M. Wright
Excellence in Teaching Award
Established by Western Piedmont Foundation, Inc., the Excellence in Teaching Award is given annually to a full time member of the curriculum faculty in recognition of his/her outstanding qualities as a teacher. Exhibiting obvious love for teaching, this individual stands as a model for colleagues to
emulate and as a professional for students to admire. Committed to the mission of the comprehensive community college, this teacher makes every effort to assist students in achieving their highest
potential and to encourage an inquiring mind.
"A teacher affects eternity; one can never tell where [their] influence stops." ---Henry Brooks Adams
1986 Ruby D. Pharr ..................................................................................................................... Biology 1987 D. Odell Witherspoon......................................................................................... Mathematics 1988 Tommy J. Hardy ............................................................................................... Criminal Justice 1989 Raymond K. Miller ................................................................................. Mechanical Drafting 1990 Lois H. Dechent ............................................................................................................... Nursing 1991 Robert E. Benner ........................................................................................ Physical Education 1992 Raymond B. Goodfellow ........................................................................................................ Art 1993 Ralph G. Soney .................................................................................................. Social Sciences 1994 Kathy H. Scott ................................................................................................................. Business 1995 Debra J. Rose ...................................................................................................................... English 1996 Ronald R. Caplette ........................................................................................................ Business 1997 Mary Charlotte Safford .........................................................History and Political Science 1998 Paul D. Wardzinski ............................................................................................................ English 1999 Cynthia S. Konarski .......................................................................... Therapeutic Recreation 2000 Warren H. Bumgarner ..................................................................... Machining Technology 2001 Robert R. Dockery ................................................................................................... Horticulture 2002 K. Louise White .................................................................................................................. English 2003 Daniel K. Dixon Jr. ............................................................................................ Criminal Justice 2004 Linda B. Wright ................................................................................................................. Nursing 2005 C. Nadine McGrady ................................................................. Chemistry/Physical Science 2006 Dr. Cheryl L. Oxford ........................................................................................ Performing Arts 2007 Tonya W. Coates ....................................................................................................... Accounting 2008 H. Rosanna Hartley ................................. Computer Information & Web Technologies 2009 David C. Benner .......................................................................................... Physical Education 2010 Neal R. Bevans ................................................................................................................ Paralegal 2011 D. Danette Steelman-Bridges ......................................................... Interpreter Education 2012 Michael C. Spath............................................................................................................... Biology 2013 Dr. Star P. Brown ...................................................................................................... Accounting 2014 Thomas W. Frost .................................................................................................... Mathematics 2015 Randolph C. Harrison ............................................................................................. Psychology 2016 Jonathan T. Crumpler ............................................................................................ DEAT & SGD 2017 Rachel E. Bradshaw ..................................................................................... Medical Assisting 2018 Deborah K. Lonon .............................................................................................................. Drama
Western Piedmont Community College Staff
J. Crystal Yang
Terry L. Adams Leslie A. Aldridge Monica F. Arney Christopher C. Bailey Dori Barron Susan A. Berley Anita J. Berry Joshua S. Berry David K. Biddix Laura L. Bowman Carla D. Branch Ruth A. Brisson Robert W. Brittain Joy L. Buff Jeremy K. Caroway Linda J. Carswell Wesley C. Chaney Dr. James R. Coleman Suzanne C. Crawford Susan C. Curry Timothy P. Dale Nancy L. Daniel Michael B. Daniels Laurin N. Dula Katie M. Dunnagan Brandon L. Edwards Kristi R. Farley Judy B. Fisher Melissa A. Freeman Thomas R. Furse Grady E. Gaither Zebedee T. Graham Ronald M. Gray Robin C. Hall Valerie M. Hightower Candis R. Hildebran Joan P. Hogan Vicki L. Holder Karen C. Huffman Valerie M. Jones Annette B. Joy Wesley D. Kaylor Deanna M. Keller William L. Kiser
Karla M. Lanier Vondra D. Leak
Yvette C. Logan Kayla N. Lowdermilk
Wendy E. Maney Lisa G. Mauney
Eddie C. McGimsey Ann Marie McNeely
Hope L. McPeters Kyle W. Miller
Lisa Miller Patsy D. Miller
Jennifer K. Moua Emily B. Nestor
Teah G. Nile Dr. Nancy E. Norris
Robin S. Nutt Jennifer S. Patton
Timothy M. Pittman C. Taylor Pons
Karen R. Pritchard Jennifer N. Propst
Kristina J. Rasmussen Virginia D. Rector
Jessica R. Reed Mary A. Seals
Jimmi S. Selman Lisa H. Sessions Miriam K. Shell
Stacey B. Sholar Amanda M. Smith Angela R. Stamey
Tina E. Stewart Keith A. Strand
Eric L. Street Mary C. Tallent
Steve R. Warren Lisa M. Weiner Ashley L. Wells
Mark A. Whisnant Chadwick A. Wilkes
Cathy F. Williams Susan M. Williams
Emily G. Willis
Western Piedmont Community College Trustees
William E. Lennon, Chair
R. Scott Mulwee, Vice Chair
Kimberly B. Kling, Secretary
Dr. Dan W. DeHart
Rodney L. Harrelson
Bruce A. Hawkins Sr.
Amy J. Kincaid
C. Malone McNeely
Jonathan M. Mercer
O. Lamar Smitherman
Ronald M. Thompson
Tea Yang
Isaiah M. Gordon Student Trustee
Administration
Dr. Michael S. Helmick, President
Ms. Rhia M. Crawford, Vice President for Academic & Student Success Ms. Sandra K. Hoilman, Vice President for Administrative Services/CFO
Ms. Kathy F. Durham, Executive Assistant to the President/Trustee Liaison
Western Piedmont Foundation Board of Directors
J. Dalton Walters, President
Kimberly B. Kling, President Elect W.R. “Randy” Loftis, Vice President R. Mark Buff, Secretary/Treasurer
Rhonda L. Ensley, Immediate Past President Ronald M. Thompson, Trustee Representative
Marsha T. Carver Shaun Cline Kristi R. Farley Rodney “Rod” L. Harrelson
Elisabeth W. Hatcher Dr. Roger H. Jackson
Libby W. Stephens Lindsi W. Stotts
Linda S. Wall
Officials
Dr. Michael S. Helmick, WPCC President Stacey B. Sholar, Director
Western Piedmont Foundation, Incorporated, a non-profit organization, was founded
to encourage and develop public and private support for Western Piedmont Community College beyond that provided by county, state and federal funds. Created
in 1967, this was among the first private, fund-raising organizations within the North Carolina Community College System.
Many needs exist which are not sufficiently provided for by public sources, and private contributions go a long way toward giving the College a margin of excellence above the average. Individuals or organizations wishing to assist the College may do so by
making tax-deductible donations of equipment, cash, bonds, stocks, real estate, trusts, life insurance or bequests. For more information, contact Ms. Stacey B. Sholar,
Western Piedmont Foundation Executive Director.
Western Piedmont Community College Alma Mater
In the shadow of the mountain, reaching toward the sun, Where the door stands always open, welcome every one.
Western Piedmont, alma mater, may you always be, A place of truth, a place of wisdom, soul of liberty.
We have found our goals, our future in your shining halls,
And as loyal sons and daughters, we are always one.
Western Piedmont, alma mater, may you always be, A place of truth, a place of wisdom, soul of liberty,
soul of liberty, soul of liberty.
Written by: Roy McGalliard Music Composed by: Louise White
ACADEMIC REGALIA
The formal academic dress worn for today’s ceremony originated during the middle ages when a warm gown and hood were useful for scholars and clerics in unheated buildings. As time passed, this attire evolved into elaborate vestments that more closely resembled the colorful and symbolic functions of the royal courts. These vestments were often made of colored silks with heavy embroidery. Different styles of gowns, hoods and head coverings displayed the disciplines and levels of achievement of the wearer. Late in the 19th century, American colleges and universities stabilized the use of special attire for graduations and other academic ceremonies. A standardized style for gowns, hoods, and caps enables an audience to identify the scholar’s level of achievement, academic discipline, and institution that awarded the degree. Gowns are styled according to degrees. The gown for associate and bachelor’s degrees has simple, pointed sleeves and is closed. The master’s degree is indicated by an oblong sleeve, open at the wrist, with the base hanging and square-cut. The gown may be worn open or closed. The doctor’s gown is the most elaborate, and is faced down the front with velvet panels and has three velvet bars on each sleeve. Ordinarily, the velvet is black, but may be in a color pertaining to the wearer’s degree or field of study. Often the velvet is black with a cording in the color of the wearer’s field of study. Many institutions have specially-designed doctoral gowns that reflect institutional colors and patterns. The hood symbolizes the level of degree and the degree earned or field of study according to the hood’s length and width of the velvet border. The bachelor’s degree hood is the shortest and its velvet is two inches wide; the master’s hood velvet is three inches, and the doctor’s hood is the longest with velvet of five inches. For all hoods, the color of velvet represents the name of the degree or the field in which the degree was earned. Examples of velvet colors and fields of study are: white – arts, letters, humanities; dark blue – philosophy; light blue – education; golden yellow – science; pink – music; drab – business; apricot – nursing; copper – economics; sage green – physical education; brown – fine arts; purple – law; lemon – library science; citron – social work; green – medicine; scarlet – theology; crimson – journalism and communications. For all hoods, the colors in the satin lining represent the institution that awarded the degree. The traditional cap for all degrees is the mortarboard. Tassels may be black or in a color that corresponds to the code for degrees and fields of study. Gold is reserved for the doctor’s degree. Many who hold a doctor’s degree wear a soft velvet tam or similar headdress.
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