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27 May

Posted at 14:15h in News

Grand Opening of the North Carolina Military Business Center at Carteret CC Morehead City, N.C. (May 27, 2021) – Carteret Community College (Carteret CC) will host the grand opening of the North Carolina Military Business Center at Carteret CC (NCMBC) on June 8, 2021 at the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Center, 3915 Arendell Street, Morehead City. The celebration will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. with remarks from Carteret Community College President Dr. Tracy Mancini and U.S. Congressman Dr. Greg Murphy. “The NCMBC is an excellent complement to the College’s Small Business Center and other business support services,” said Dr. Mancini.  “We are proud to house this NCMBC on our campus and to serve as a hub for education, support, and access for local businesses that could benefit from government contracts in the many industries...

24 May

Posted at 08:31h in News

College Named As A Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education Morehead City, N.C. (May 24, 2021) – Carteret Community College (Carteret CC) was designated by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) as a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE) for 2021. The CoE designation recognizes community colleges and training institutions that prepare students for careers in our nation’s maritime industry. Carteret CC was one of 27 community colleges and training centers across the nation to receive this designation and one of only two North Carolina Community Colleges. The academic institutions are located in sixteen states and one U.S. territory. “Carteret Community College is thrilled to be recognized as a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE) for 2021-2022,” said Dr. Tracy Mancini,...

20 May

Posted at 12:58h in News

Full Funding For All: All Students, All College Expenses Morehead City, N.C. (May 20, 2021) – Carteret CC received approximately $1.6 million in additional Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding (HEERF). ALL students are eligible to apply for HEERF funding upon enrollment in a degree and/or continuing education program. With student consent, funds can be applied to any portion of their cost of attendance including tuition, fees, books, uniforms, and supplies related to their program or course. Students can also apply for funds to help cover the cost of childcare, housing, transportation, and more. To be eligible: Students do not need to be TITLE IV eligible Students do not need to complete a FAFSA Students can be on Financial Aid Suspension Students can be enrolled in both seated and/or online courses Students can be enrolled in a degree program...

18 May

Posted at 15:35h in News

SkillsUSA Students Advance to Nationals Six Carteret Community College students competed in the North Carolina SkillsUSA Championship April 19-23 and won big! Students competed virtually in the Culinary Arts, Diesel Technology, Cosmetology, and Medical Math categories. “In response to the pandemic, all meetings, conferences, and competitions were held virtually,” said Bena Weires, Carteret CC’s SkillsUSA advisor. “We are very proud of these students for their perseverance and success during these challenging times.” Courtney DuMarce, a Carteret CC Cosmetology student placed first in the Secondary Cosmetology competition and will advance to the National SkillsUSA Championship on Monday, June 14th. Accompanying her first-place finish, DuMarce also received a prize package from Pivot Point, a professional beauty supply company. Also among first place winners was Ryan Avera, a Carteret CC Radiography student who won first place in the Medical Math Post-Secondary competition....

11 May

Posted at 11:32h in News

Carteret CC Offers Summer Camps to Middle and High School Students Morehead City, N.C. (May 11, 2021) – With summer right around the corner, Carteret Community College is looking to offer fun, educational opportunities to middle and high school students through summer camps. The camps are offered to two different age groups — ages 11-14 and 14-17.  All camps will be socially distanced and will follow COVID-19 protocols. “We are excited to offer another round of Carteret Community College Summer Camps,” said Dr. Maggie Brown, Vice President of Instruction and Student Services. “Our camps are an important engagement opportunity for younger students to be involved in fun learning activities and a way for these age groups to start forming a relationship with their community’s college.” The camps vary in topics and offer an introduction to several different educational...

28 Apr

Posted at 09:56h in News

Carteret Community College Holds Second Hiring Event Morehead City, N.C. (April 28, 2021) – Carteret Community College, in partnership with NC Works will hold a hiring event for Parker Offshore, a local boat manufacturer.  Those interested are invited to register for the event on Tuesday, May 4 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration will take place on the college campus in the parking lot between the McGee Building and the Commerce Development Center at the Big Rock Career Center. Parker Offshore is a premier fiberglass boat manufacturer, located in Beaufort, and has immediate job openings for 40 fulltime employees including laminators, assemblers, patch and polish finishers, and maintenance. The company offers competitive salaries and benefit including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K, and paid sick and vacation time. Parker Offshore has stood by its tradition for simplicity, strength, and seaworthiness...

19 Apr

Posted at 08:53h in Program Spotlights

Continuing Education Summer 2021 Class Schedule Looking for short-term training opportunities to land you a new job? Look no further than Carteret CC! Whether you're looking to fine tune your current skills, start fresh in a new industry, or just want to take a class for fun, we have something for everyone. Take a look at the Corporate & Community Education class offerings in the Summer 2021 Beacon. Ready to register for a class? Contact a staff member at (252) 222-6200 or visit www.carteret.edu/cced. ...

16 Apr

Posted at 09:59h in News

Carteret CC, NCWorks and North Carolina Ferry Division Host Job Fair Morehead City, N.C. (April 16, 2021) –On April 28, 2021, Carteret Community College, NCWorks and the North Carolina Ferry System will hold a job fair. The job fair will take place at the new Big Rock Career Center, 3813 Arendell St. in Morehead City from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Some positions may be hired during the event. Applicants are invited to fill out applications and talk to representatives from the North Carolina Ferry Division. Staff will be onsite to answer any questions applicants may have. The Ferry System is looking to hire seasonal staff for the Cedar Island and Cherry Branch ferries, with the possibility of some positions leading to full-time. The following positions are available: Ferry Chief Engineer Ferry Crew Member I Ferry Crew Member II ...

15 Apr

Posted at 09:23h in Uncategorized

Carteret Community College Receives Aquaculture Grant [caption id="attachment_13680" align="alignleft" width="550"] MaST students harvest softshell crabs.[/caption] Morehead City, N.C. (April 14, 2021) –The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) recently awarded Carteret Community College (Carteret CC) $485,000 through a Workforce Training grant. Carteret CC’s project will teach educators about the aquaculture field, provide access to beginning-level aquaculture courses to local high school students, provide valuable commercial industry experience to students, and improve Carteret CC’s aquaculture curriculum. “I am very excited for the many opportunities this award will provide,” said David Cerino, Aquaculture Department Chair at Carteret Community College. “We will expose many more educators and students in the county to the field of aquaculture, and get students in the program into paid apprenticeships that will help the local industry. I expect the benefits to...

06 Apr

Posted at 09:03h in News

Carteret CC Accepts $50,000 Walking Trail Grant Challenge Morehead City, N.C. (April 6, 2021) – Carteret Community College Foundation has received a challenge grant of $50,000 from a generous Eastern North Carolina foundation to help build a walking trail on the College’s campus. In order to receive the $50,000, Carteret Community College Foundation must raise $50,000 by September 2021. “We are so thankful to the generous donor and very excited about this opportunity,” said Brenda Reash, Executive Director of the Carteret Community College Foundation. “This challenge allows us to leverage their donation to double the amount of money we raise to help make the trail a reality.” The College’s walking trail will be approximately one mile long and tie into the Town of Morehead City’s sidewalk system. It will provide a safe place for Carteret County residents and...