Faculty and Staff

CVCC President

Hinshaw, Garrett D.
President
B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University; Ed.D., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: ghinshaw@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4210

Williams, Sherry
Assistant to the President
A.G.E., Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: swilliams@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4280

Alphabetical Employee Listing

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Abernathy, Jimmy E
Turfgrass Management Technology Faculty
A.A.S., North Carolina State University; B.S., Gardner-Webb University. G. and S. Turf Product Training School.
E-mail: jabernathy@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4250

Acree, Deborah L.
Administrative Assistant/Math, Biology, Physical Sciences, and Early Childhood Education
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dacree@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4398

Adams, Crystal
Department Head/Dental Hygiene
Diploma, Wilkes Community College; A.A.S., Central Piedmont Community College; B.S., Mountain State University; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: cadams@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4158

Alderman, Lesley
Administrative Assistant, School of Health & Public Services
E-mail: lalderman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4350

Anderson, Ron
Furniture Instructor, Alexander Central High School
Diploma, Alexander Central HIgh School

Andrews, Cynthia J
Administrative Assistant, School of Workforce Development and the Arts
A.A.S., Durham Technical Community College.
E-mail: candrews@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4197

Annas, Randy
Maintenance/HVAC Technician
Telephone extension: 4236

Austin, Debbie
Director of Early College Programs
B.S., Gardner-Webb University; M.A. UNC Greensboro 
E-mail: daustin@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4572

Babb, Nena H
Mathematics Coordinator/Learning Assistance Center
B.S., North Carolina State University; A.A.S. Catawba Valley Community College; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: nbabb@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4404

Bailey, Seth
Criminal Justice Faculty
B.A., Baldwin Wallace College; M.A., University of Cincinnati; M.B.A., Northcentral University.
E-mail: sbailey@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4255

Badgley, Paul
EMS Program Director
B.S., M.S. Western Carolina University
E-mail: pbadgley@cvcc.edu
Telephone Extension: 4331

Baker, Scott
Admissions Counselor/Student Services
B.S., M.P.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: sbaker@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4266

Barkley, Dedee
Assistant Controller/Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dbarkley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4304

Barnes, Ricky A
Program Director, Information Security & Networking
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.I.T., M.I.T., American Intercontinental University. Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate; Cisco Certified Academy Instructor, EC-Council Network Security Administration.
E-mail: rbarnes@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4312

Barnes-Holden, Carmen
Library Specialist CVCC Library
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University. Certified Global Career Development Facilitator.
E-mail: cbarnes-holden@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4457

Baucom, Susan
Student Records Technician/Student Services
B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: sbaucom@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4085

Beard, Benita R.
Department Head, Nursing
A.A.S., Gardner-Webb University; B.S.N., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.S.N., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-mail: bbeard@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4336

Beatty, Barbara
Health Information Technology Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., University of Cincinnati.
E-mail: bbeatty@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4104

Begley, Brittanie
Imaging Management Assistant
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: bbegley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4035

Bergman, Brian
Psychology Faculty
B.A., M.S., Ph.D., Temple University.
E-mail: bbergman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4720

Biggs, Teresa W.
Executive Director, CVCC Foundation, Inc.
B.S., M.B.A., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: tbiggs@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4288

Bitsche, Catherine A.
Director Respiratory Therapy Program
B.S., University of Oklahoma; M.A., Ed.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: cbitsche@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4391

Black, Carla
Administrative Assistant/Public Services Innovation Center
A.A., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: cblack@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4306

Blake, Susan
Director, Business/Technology Training/Workforce Development Innovation Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: sblake@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4330

Blanchard, Susannah
English Faculty
B.A., M.A., University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
E-mail: sblanchard@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4233

Boone, Michael A.
Math and Physics Dept Head
B.S., Clemson University; M.A., Appalachian State University, Ed.S. Appalachian State University
E-mail: mboone@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4537

Brandon, Carolyn D.
Assistant Director, Scholarships and Financial Aid/Student Services
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College. B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: cbrandon@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4244

Braun, Elizabeth
English Faculty/DRE
B.S., Western Illinois; M.S., Augusta State University.
E-mail: ebraun@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4007

Bright, S. Kristen
Biology Faculty
B.S., Appalachain State University; M.Ed., Western Govenors University
E-mail: kbright180@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4053

Brittain, Laura
Analytical Lab Technician/Mfg. Solutions Center
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: lbrittain@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4588

Brittain, Teresa
Backup System Administrator & Technical Analyst/Data Services
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: tbrittain@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4289

Brooks, Tom
Computer Technician/Information Technology
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: tbrooks@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4496

Brotherton, Carla
Academics and Facilities Scheduling Specialist
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: cbrotherton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4077

Brown, Ashley K.
Sociology/Political Science Faculty
A.A., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.P.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: abrown@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4223

Brown, Cindy
EMS Coordinator
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Lees-McRee College.
E-mail: cibrown@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4262

Browning, Kim E.
Department Head/Physical Sciences
B.S., University of Central Florida; Ph.D., University of Florida.
E-mail: kbrowning@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4536

Buchanan, Cathy
Accounts Payable/Equipment Coordinator/Business Office
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: cbuchanan@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4175

Buchanan, Krysten
Department Head, Academic Support/DRE Coordinator 
B.A., Western Carolina University; M.A., Western Carolina University. Ed.S., Appalachian State University., 
E-mail: kbuchanan@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4691

Buff, Tammy S.
CTE Career Coach
B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: tbuff@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4819

Buitrago-Gonzalez, Mirelly
Spanish Faculty
M.S., Minnesota State University, M.A., University of Puerto Rico, B.A., University of Puerto Rico, Ed.D., Metropolitan University, San Juan
E-mail: mbuitrago@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4079

Bumgarner, Kristen
Admissions Representative
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A. New Mexico State University; M.S., Kansas State University.
E-mail: kbumgarner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4064

Bunch, Wesley G.
Senior Vice-President for Finance & Operations
B.S., East Carolina University; M.A., Appalachian State University; CPA.
E-mail: wbunch@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4271

Burns, Carol
CNA Coordinator, Health & Public Services Innovation Center
A.D.N., Western Piedmont Community College.
E-mail: cburns@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4230

Butler, Carrie
Secretary/Dental Hygiene
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: cbutler@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4164

Byrd, Juli
Administrative Assistant/Personnel Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: jbyrd@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4100

Caldwell, Lanny
Telecommunications Specialist/Technology Services
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: lcaldwell@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4663

Caldwell, Robin
Associate Degree Nursing Faculty
B.S.N., Western Carolina University; M.S.N., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-mail: rcaldwell@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4299

Camilo, Gilberto
Physics Faculty
B.A., Sao Carlos University; M.S., PhD., State University of Campinas.
E-mail: gcamilo@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4425

Campbell, Everette
Courier
A.A., Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute.
E-mail: ecampbell@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4236

Campbell, Lisa
Dental Hygiene Faculty
A.A., Darton College; B.S.D.H., East Tennessee State University.
E-mail: lcampbell@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4157

Campbell, Meredith
Math Faculty
M.A., Appalachian State University; B.A., Western Carolina University
E-mail: mcampbell567@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4422

Canipe, Robert.
English Faculty/Editor-In-Chief, Redhawk Publications
A.A., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: rcanipe@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4380

Cardenas, Blanca
Assessment/Recruitment/Retention Staff/Adult Learning & Personal Enrichment Innovation Center
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College.
E-mail: bcardenas@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4090

Carrillo, Martha
Business Engagement/Job Placement Coordinator - Center for Workforce Connectivity and Talent Development
B.S., Gardner-Webb University
E-mail: mcarrillo789@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4577

Carson, Ron
Minority Males Advisor
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: rcarson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4571

Castillo, Shauna
Client Intake Coordinator/Mfg. Solutions Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: scastillo@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4124

Chafin, Deborah
Administrative Assistant/Health & Public Services Innovation Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dchafin@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4122

Chang, Vong
Computer Technician/IT/ASU Center-Hickory
A.A.S., Fresno City College; B.A. Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: vchang@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4433

Childers, Sherry
Administrative Assistant, School of Academics and Educational Opportunity
A.A.S., A.A., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: schilders@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4407

Chownyk, Ronald J.
Engineering Technology Faculty
B.S.E.E., Lawrence Institute of Technology.
E-mail: rchownyk@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4748

Clanton, Daniel
Chief Technology Officer
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne College; M.S., American Intercontinental University.
E-mail: jdclanton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4311

Clanton, David R.
Turfgrass Management Technology Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Clemson University.
E-mail: dclanton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4670

Clanton, Tanya
Nursing Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Appalachian State University; M.S.N., Walden University.
E-mail: tclanton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4335

Clark, James
Engineering Technologies Faculty
A.A.S., Fayetteville Technical Community College; B.A.S., B.S., Methodist University.
E-mail: jwclark@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4749

Clippard, Karen M.
Payroll Technician/Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: kclippard@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4270

Coates, Sheila M.
Executive Assistant/Office of Research and Accountability
Certificate, Georgia Institute of Technology.
E-mail: scoates@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4215

Connor, Daniel
Computer Technician/Computer Programming
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dconner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4465

Cook, Debra W.
Director, Health Information Technology Program
B.S., M.A.Ed., East Carolina University.
E-mail: dcook@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4342

Cornett, Robin
Associate Dean, School of Health and Public Services
A.A., Wilkes Community College; B.S., Gardner-Webb University; M.A., Western Carolina University., Certificate, Wilkes General Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
E-mail: rcornett@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4074

Coulter, Cynthia L.
Dean, School of Access, Development, & Success
B.S., M.Ed., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-Mail: ccoulter@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4143

Cox, Sharon
Administrative Clerk/ACE
Business Administration, Southwest Virginia Community College.
E-mail: scox@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: (828)632-8221, ext. 310

Cranford, Aden W.
Director, Early Childhood Education and Human Services Technology
B.A., M.S., University of Tennessee.
E-mail: acranford@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4575

Cranston, Daniel
MSC - Knitting, Research and Development Assistant
B.S., North Carolina State University
E-mail:  dcranston029@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:

Crouse, Amanda B
Director, Information Systems
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: acrouse@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4365

Crump, Kathy
Business Administration/Economics Faculty
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.E., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: kcrump@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4368

Curry, Maria
Antimicrobial Testing/ Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S., Bergische Universitaet, Wuppertal, Germany.
E-mail: mcurry@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4521

Cusick, Sandra
Purchasing Agent/Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: scusick@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4367

Dalton, Cody
Administrative Support - Athletics/Sports Information
B.A., University of Virginia’s College at Wise
E-mail:  cdalton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extenstion: 4133

Daniels, Judy
Cosmetology Faculty
A.A.S., Mitchell Community College, Diploma Mitchell Community College, Certificate Mitchell Community College
E-mail: jdaniels@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4113

Davis, Donna
Administrative Clerk/Health & Human Services
Diploma, Kings College.
E-mail: ddavis@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4319

Davis, William
Biology Faculty
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; D.C. Palmer College of Chiropractic
E-mail: wdavis@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:  

Deal, Clyde
Deputy Chief of Safety, Security and Health
A.A.S. Catawba Valley Community College; B.S. Gardner Webb University
E-mail: cdeal@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4573

Deal, Ricky
Furniture Upholstery Faculty/DOC
Eight years experience in the furniture industry.

deBlois, Erryn
General Manager, Campus Store
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: edeblois@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4435

DeBoever, Ann
Mathematics Faculty
B.S., M.Ed., Campbell University.
E-mail: adeboever@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4455

DeLee, Brenda
Executive Director, Center for Professional Excellence
B.S., Limestone College; M.A., Webster University; Ed.S., Nova Southeastern University.
E-mail: bdelee@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4673

Dougherty, Mary
Biology Faculty
B.S., University of Kentucky; M.S., Old Dominion University.
E-mail: mdougherty@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4535

Earnhardt, Jason
Communications Faculty
B.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
E-mail: jearnhardt@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4078

Elder, Jason
Respiratory Therapy Faculty/Clinical Coordinator
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: jelder@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4083

Eller, Richard E.
History Faculty/CVCC Historian in Residence w/Catawba County Museum of History
A.A., Caldwell Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M. A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: reller@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4620

Eller, Ted
Telecommunications Technician
A.A., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: teller@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4006

Elliott, Greg
HVAC/Electrical Mechanic/Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4236

Elliott, Ken
Chief Operations Officer
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.A., Appalachian State University; Ph.D., Capella University.
E-mail: kelliott@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4249

England, Tisha
Learning Skills Specialist/Learning Assistance Center
B.A., University of South Carolina at Aiken.
E-mail: tengland@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4014

Ester, Terry
HVAC Mechanic/Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4626

Evans, Rachel
MSC - Textile Technologist Relationship Coordinator
B.S., North Carolina State University
E-mail: revans030@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:

Eversole, Jennifer
Administrative Assistant, Workforce Development Innovation Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: jeversole@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4294

Fansler, Brett
Executive Director, Alexander Center
B.S., Western Carolina University, B.S., Western Carolina University, M.B.A., Gardner Webb University
E-mail:  bfansler@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 828-632-8221 ext. 302

Filip, David
Welding Faculty
Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: dfilip822@cvcc.edu
Telephone: 828-632-8221, ext. 308

Flowers, Judy
Nursing Faculty
B.S.N., Western Carolina University; M.Ed., Appalachian State University; M.S.N., University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Certification in Gerontology from the American Nursing Association-Board Certified.
E-mail: jflowers@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4340

Ford, Kim
Healthcare Mgt/Medical Office Adm Faculty
A.A.S., Gaston College; A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: kford@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4267

Fountain, Shawn
Director of Information Technology Services
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.A., Ed.S.L.S., Appalachian State University; Microsoft IT Academy.
E-mail: sfountai@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4463

Fox, Kristy
ElectroNeurodiagnostic Technology Program Director
B.S., University of North Carolina; A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: kfox942@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:

Frank, Shawn
Counselor for Students with Disabilities and Special Programs
E-mail: sfrank327@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4222

Fredell, Anna
FTE Record Technician/Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: afredell@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4322

Fulbright, Lucinda
Furniture Academy Project Manager, Catawba Valley Furniture Academy, Workforce Development Innovation Center
E-mail: lfulbright@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4778

Gantt, Penny
Facility Services Technician
Telephone extension: 4236

Garmroth, Bryan
Admissions Representative/Student Services
B.S., University of West Alabama at Livingston; M.Ed., Arkansas Technical University at Russeville.
E-mail: bgarmroth@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4632

Geis, Jodi B.
Testing Lab Manager/Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: jgeis@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org  
Telephone extension: 4115

George, James
Welding Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: jgeorge401@cvcc.edu
Telephone extenstion: 4211

Gibbs, Elen.
Veterans Affairs Coordinator/Student Services
A.A., Catawba Valley Commmunity College., B.S. Salem College.
E-mail: egibbs@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4205

Glenn, Crystal L.
Executive Director Business & Industry/Workforce Development Innovation Center
B.S., North Carolina State University; M.P.A., Appalachian State University. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt.
E-mail: cglenn@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4293

Glenn, James T. (Bo)
Director of Student Activities/Student Engagement
B.S., Gardner-Webb University; M.Ed., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-mail: bglenn@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4388

Gomez, Jacqueline
Cashier/Accounts Receivable Technician/East Campus Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: jgomez@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4393

Gutberlet, Rebecca
Sponsored Billing Technician/Accounts Receivable/Business Office
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: rgutberlet@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4033

Hamilton, Ariel
Communications Faculty
B.A., M.A., Wichita State University.
E-mail: ahamilton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4677

Hamm, Jennifer
Business Manager/Business Office
A.A., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S., University of North Carolina at Asheville; M.B.A., Gardner-Webb University; CPA
E-mail: jhamm@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4815

Harris, Kathy
Admissions Counselor/Student Services
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.A. Appalachian State University.
E-mail: kharris@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4439

Hartsoe, Erin
Payroll Coordinator/Business Office
B.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: ehartsoe@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4679

Harvey, Bryan K.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Bandy’s High School
E-mail:  kharvey@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:

Hefner, Deborah
Administrativie Assistant/Fine & Applied Arts Department
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dhefner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4468

Hefner, Kim O.
Administrative Support/ASU Center-Hickory
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: khefner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4424

Hendrix, Doreen
Creative Director/Marketing
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: dhendrix@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4258

Henderson, Brandi
Fiber Analysis Lab Technician/Mfg. Solutions Center
A.F.A., Gaston Community College.
E-mail: bhenderson@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4504

Herman, Sherry
Department Head/Criminal Justice and Social Sciences
Certified Criminal and Intelligence Analysis. A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S., Lees-McRae College; M.C.J., Boston University.
E-mail: sherman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4050

Hicks, LaTanya (Nicki)
Dental Hygiene Faculty
D.H.A., Medical University of South Carolina; M.H.A., Pfeiffer University; B.S., Michigan State University; A.A.S., York Technical Community College
E-mail:  lhicks@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4324

Hodge, Melinda
Secretary/Office of the President
A.A.S., Wingate University.
E-mail: mhodge@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4283

Hoffa, Judith (Lori)
Alexander Counselor/Early College Advisor
B.A., Brigham Young University
E-mail: lhoffa319@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 828-632-8221ext. 329

Hoke, Peggy
Student Records Technician/Student Services
E-mail: phoke@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4217

Holland, Rusty
Maintenance Mechanic HVAC/Facility Services
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College.

Hollar, Kathryn B.
Director, Advising Center/Student Services
B.S., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; M.A., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: khollar@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4483

Holleman, Terry
Computer Information Technology Faculty
A.A.S., Mitchell Community College; B.S.B.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; M.B.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: tholleman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4316

Holman, Kimberly Poteet
Director Surgical Technology
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College; A.A.S., Asheville Buncombe Technical College; Certified Surgical Technologist.
E-mail: kholman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4332

Holt, Ashley
Social Media Specialist
B.A. Campbell University
E-mail: aholt830@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4386

Hudson, Shannon
Head Volleyball Coach/Admissions Representative-Recruiter/Student Services
B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: shudson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4239

Huffman, Hailey
Cosmetology Faculty
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College, Diploma Mitchell Community College, A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College, A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: hhuffman@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:  4113

Hulley, Christine
Educational Technology Support Technician
A.A.S., Northern Virginia Community College.
E-mail: chulley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4689

Hunt, Priscilla
Student Services Technician
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: phunt@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4193

Hunt, Steve
Chief of Staff for Safety, Security, and Health of the College, and Multicultural Affairs
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S., Lees-McRae College. Thirty years experience in the criminal justice field.
E-mail: shunt@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4570

Ingle, Alexandra
Early Childhood Education Faculty
B.S., Western Carolina University; M.A., Lenoir Rhyne University.
E-mail: aingle@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4515

Irvin, Roger M.
Chief Human Resources, Diversity & Inclustion Officer
B.A., Thiel College, M.S. Western Carolina University
E-mail: rirvin@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4277

Jeffries, Tracie
Biology Faculty
A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S., M.S., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: tjeffries@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4540

Jernigan, Rebecca A.
Coordinator, CVCC Tarlton Complex
B.S., Auburn University.
E-mail: rjernigan@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4624

Johnson, Rita
Cashier/Accounts Receivable/Business Office
A.A.S., Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute.
E-mail: rjohnson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4276

Jolly, Vincent
Analytical Laboratory Technician
B.S., North Carolina State University
E-mail: vjolly272@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4029

Jones, Jennifer
K-64 Business Liaison
B.A., Appalachian State University
E-mail: jjones555@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4135

Kale, Susan J.
Biology Faculty
B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: skale@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4235

Kautz, Jeff
Religion/Philosophy Faculty
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; MDiv., Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
E-mail: jkautz@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4692

Kelley, Kimberly
Administrative Assistant, School of Academics & Educational Opportunity
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: kkelley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4693

Khang, May
Admissions Counselor/Student Services
B.A., M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; Ed.D, Walden University.
E-mail: mkhang@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4221

Kiefer, Jeff
Director, Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts 
B.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design; M.F.A., East Carolina University.
E-mail: jkiefer@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4373

King, Dustin
Math Faculty
M.A., Appalachian State University; B.S., Appalachian State University
E-mail: dking250@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4533

King, Sonya (Angela)
Administrative Assistant/ASU Center-Hickory
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: aking@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4409

Kirby, Richard Alan
Construction Manager
A.A.S. Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: akirby@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4481

Kistler, Kelly Brooke
Nursing Faculty
B.S.N. Appalachian State University; M.S.N. University of North Carolina Charlotte
E-mail: kkistler@cvcc.edu
Telephone Extension: 4338

Kondas, James
Computer Integrated Machining Faculty
North Hunterdon Regional High School
E-mail: jkondas828@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4616

Kripner, George
Senior Strategic Advisor to the President
B.S., Johns Hopkins University; J.D., University of Baltimore School of Law.
E-mail: gkripner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4820

Lail, Janet W.
Administrative Clerk, Business/Technology
Workforce Development Innovation Center Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: jwlail@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4116

Lail, Jonathan
Senior Graphics Designer/Marketing
B.A., Chowan University; M.A., Savannah College of Art & Design.
E-mail: jflail@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4039

Lail, Wesley
Fire Protection Technology & Firefighter Certification Director
M.P.A., University of North Carolina at Pembroke, B.A., Western Carolina University, A.A.S. Central Piedmont Community College
E-mail:  wlail566@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4123

Lanier, Vera
Adult High School Data Specialist
B.S., Appalachian State University; M.A., East Carolina University.
E-mail: vlanier@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4021

Lee, Tim
Spanish Faculty
B.A., Gardner-Webb University; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: tlee@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4482

Lefevers, Christy
Accounting Program Director
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S., M.A., Gardner-Webb University; CPA.
E-mail: cland@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4308

LeGrand, Erin
Institutional Researcher, Office of Research and Accountability
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.P.A., North Carolina State University; Ed.D. North Carolina State University.
E-mail: elegrand@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4022

Lewallen, Courtney
English Faculty
M.A., B.A., Appalachian State University
E-mail: clewallen304@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4040

Lewis, Brenda B.
Director, Career and College Promise Programs
B.S., M.S., North Georgia College and State University.
E-mail: blewis@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4121

Little, Dianne
Director, Phillips Leadership Institute
B.S., Ed.S., Appalachian State University; M.A.T., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Ed.D., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: dlittle@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4411

Lor, Bai
Web Development/Mfg.Solutions Center
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: lblor@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4485

Lombardi, M. Savann
Academics and Facilities Scheduling Specialist
A.A., Brevard Community College; B.S., University of Central Florida.
E-mail: slombardi621@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4065

Loss, Jonathan E.
Associate Dean, General Education
B.S., Montreat College; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: jloss@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4526

Lucas, Jane M.
English Faculty
Ph.D., Florida State University; M.A., Hollins College; B.A., University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
E-mail: jlucas118@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4822

Ly, Cindy
Tutor Coordinator/Learning Assistance Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.B.A, Franklin University.
E-mail: cly@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4432

Lyford, Kevin
EMS Clinical Coordinator
B.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte
E-mail: klyford@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4347

Lynch, S. Shane
Fiber Analysis Manager/Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: slynch@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4146

Mackie, Keith
Executive Vice President
B.F.A., Western Carolina University; M.A., Appalachian State University; Ed.D., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: kmackie@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4161

Marhao, Vasilica
Mathematics Faculty
M.S., University of Babesh-Bolyai, Cluj-Napoca, Romania; M.A., Ashland Theological Seminary, Division of Ashland University.
E-mail: vmarhao@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4529

Marlow, Kristi
Adult Secondary Credentials Senior Coordinator for College and Career Readiness
B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: kmarlow@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4129

Martin, Lemuel
B.L.E.T. Director
A.A.S., Stanley Community College; Certificate North Carolina State University
E-mail: lsmartin@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4583

Maxwell, Alfred
Computer Technician/Information Technology
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: amaxwell@cvcc.edu
Telephone (828) 632-8221, ext. 313

McBride, Sarah
CCP Program Administrator
B.S., Appalachian State University; M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: smcbride@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4594

McCann, Jill L.
Microscopy Testing/Mfg. Solutions Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College. Twenty years in the textile industry.
E-mail: jmccann@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4520

McCreary, Ryan
Career and College Advocate
Doc., Gardner Webb; MSA University of North Carolina; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University
E-mail: rmccreary034@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4616

McGee, Craig
Engineering Technologies Faculty
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.S.E.E. North Carolina State University.
E-mail: cmcgee@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4303

McGinnis, Jeanne
Mathematics Faculty
B.A., Davidson College; M.H.A., Medical College of Virginia.
E-mail: jmcginnis@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4528

McKenzie, Alex G.
Art Faculty
B.A., UNC- Greensboro; M.F.A., University of Tennessee
Email: amckenzie126@cvcc.edu
Telephone extentsion: 4829

McLain, Bryan
Information Systems Database Technician
B.S., Univeristy of North Carolna - Charlotte; A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: bmclain361@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4615

McRary, Anita
Library Specialist/CVCC Library
B.S., Armstrong Atlantic State University; M.A., Georgia Southern University.
E-mail: amcrary6098@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4232

Melton, Brice
Dean, School of Academics & Educational Opportunity
B.A., Meredith College; M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: bmelton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4128

Messick, Terry
Sociology Faculty
B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: tmessick@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4493

Middleton, Kevin
Accounts Receivable Technician/MSC
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community, B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: kmiddleton@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4036

Minish, Amanda
Cosmetology Faculty
Diploma, McDowell Technical Community College; North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art; Cosmetologist License and Instructor License.
E-mail: aminish@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4113

Mitchell, Michael
Furniture Technology Faculty/DOC
20 Years Furniture/Sewing Experience.
Email: mmitchell@cvcc.edu

Moore, Alvin
Chemistry Faculty
B.S. Rhodes College; Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
E-mail: amoore@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4245

Moore, Jeffrey H.
Director of Health, Physical Education and Health and Fitness Science
A.A., American River College; B.A., M.A., California State University at Sacramento. ACSM Personal Trainer; ARC First Aid Instructor.
E-mail: jmoore@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4625

Morello, Chanell Butler
Executive Director of Adult Learning & Personal Enrichment Innovation Center
B.A., New York University; M.S., Barry University; Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
E-mail: cmorello@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4352

Morningstar, Mary Tucker
Adult Secondary Credentials Coordinator for College and Career Readiness
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: mmorningstar@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4208

Morris, Brian
Associate Dean, School of Workforce Development and the Arts
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College; A.A., Chowan College; B.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.A.Ed., Ed.D., Western Carolina University. Twenty years experience in the printing industry.
E-mail: bmorris@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4383

Morrison, Brian
Welding Faculty/Bandys High School
Welding Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: bmorrison@cvcc.edu
Telephone: 828-241-3171, ext. 5605

Muller, Gary
Dean, School of Workforce Development and the Arts
B.A., M.B.A., Wake Forest University; CPA. Member of AICPA and NCACPA, NACCE Fellow.
E-mail: gmuller@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4672

Muller, Tammy
Department Head, The Center for Workforce Connectivity/Talent Development (K-64)
Diploma, Cosmetic Arts Academy; B.S., Mountain State University.
Certifications, Human Resources Management, and Entrepreneurship.
E-mail: tmuller@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4323

Neal, Arlene S.
Department Head, English
B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: aneal@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4417

Neal, Renee
Student Advocacy Response Team Director (ST.A.R.T.)
B.S.W., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-mail: rneal@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4408

Nettesheim, Cheryl
Antimicrobial Lab Technician
B.S., University of Wisconsin - River Falls
E-mail: cnettesheim907@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4512

Neuville, Jeffrey L.
Director, Small Business Center/Job Creation Center
B.S., University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; M.S., University of Maryland
E-mail: jneuville@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4102

Owens, Grant (Andy)
Engineering Faculty
BSET Western Carolina University; A.A.S., Central Piedmont Community College
E-mail: gowens318@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4159

Parker, Latrice W.
Software Technician/Information Technology
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: lparker@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4363

Peeler, Tim
Director, Learning Assistance Center/Student Services
B.A., East Carolina University; M.A., Appalachian State University; Developmental Education Specialist, Appalachian State University.
E-mail: tpeeler@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4382

Pendleton, Jeffrey
Senior Groundskeeper/Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4236

Penley, Jeff
Business Law Faculty
A.B., J.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Member, the North Carolina State Bar. Enactus Fellow. Editor/Author, McGraw-Hill Business Law Newsletter.
E-mail: jpenley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4310

Petersen, Betty
Biology Faculty
B.S., North Carolina State University; M.S., North Carolina Central University.
E-mail: bpetersen@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4441

Pitts, Merlene
Receptionist/Safety & Security
E-mail: mpitts@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 0

Plemmons, Nicholas
Talent Development/Work-Based Learning Coordinator, Center for Workforce Connectivity and Talent Development
B.S., Appalachian State University
E-mail: nplemmons510@cvcc.edu
Telephone extentsion: 4812

Plumley, Kelly
Director of Student Records/Student Services
B.S., Western Carolina University; M.P.A., Appalachian State University; CPP (LERN).
E-mail: kplumley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4395

Pope, Deanna
Accounts Payable Technician/Business Office
B.S., Gardner-Webb University.
E-mail: dpope@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4494

Price, Lori
Director, Furniture Workforce Development/Workforce Development Innovation Center
B.A., University of Tennessee.
E-mail: lprice@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4284

Propst, Kimberly
Apprenticeship Coordinator and Career Coach
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S. Appalachian State University
E-mail: kpropst@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4501

Propst, Jr., David
Learning Skills Specialist/Assistive Technology/Learning Assistance Center
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: dpropst@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4384

Ray, Kim
Communications/Music Faculty
B.A., Elon University; M.A., North Dakota State University; M.M., University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
E-mail: kray@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4810

Ray, Teresa
Director of Career Advising
B.A., M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: tray@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4806

Reep, Regina A.
Sociology Faculty
B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: rreep@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4110

Rees, Becky I.
Executive Assistant - Dr. Keith Mackie
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: brees@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4296

Reese, Chris W.
K-64 Business Liaison
B.A., North Carolina State University
E-mail: creese147@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4635

Reinhardt, Carolyn A.
Web Services Manager/Marketing
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: creinhardt@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4256

Reynolds, Mary M.
Director of Alumni Relations/PIO
A.A.S., Central Piedmont Community College; B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: mreynolds@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4387

Rhoads, Steven
Computer Integrated Machining Faculty
A.A.S., Isothermal Community College.
E-mail: srhoads@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4713

Richard, Fred
Computer Science Faculty
B.S., North Carolina State University; M.S., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: frichard@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4491

Richard, Laura D.
Director, Healthcare Mgt Tech/Medical Office Admn
B.S.P.H., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.H.A., Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University.
E-mail: lrichard@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4523

Roane, James
Director, Automotive Systems Technology
ASE, Advanced Level Specialist Certified; ASE, Master Automobile Technician Certified.
E-mail: jroane@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4324

Robinson, Mark
Maintenance Mechanic/HVAC
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College.
Telephone extension: 4236

Rosenbalm, Sabrena
Director, Polysomnography
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.S., University of Charleston.
E-mail: srosenbalm@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4619

Ross, Bryan
Maintenance Technician II/ Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4236

Ross, Donna B.
Department Head/Humanities
B.A., M.A., Ed.S., Ed.D., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: dross@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4111

Ross, Robin
Dean, School of Health & Public Services
Director, Appalachian Center-Hickory
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., East Carolina University; M.S., Mountain State University.
E-mail: rross@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4462

Rozzelle, Paul
Men’s Baseball Coach
B.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: prozzelle@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4084

Rouse, Kevin
Chief Officer/Office of Research and Accountability
B.A., Atlantic Christian College; M.A., East Carolina University.; Ed.S., Appalachian State University, Developmental Education Specialist ASU Kellogg Institute.
E-mail: krouse@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4376

Rumple, Jr., James C.
English Faculty
A.A., A.A.S., Mitchell Community College; B.A., Davidson College; M.A., University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
E-mail: jrumple@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4379

Rutherford, Shelisha
Analytical Lab Technician/Mfg. Solutions Center
Catawba Valley Community College; Brookstone Business College.
E-mail: srutherford@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4145
 

Sain, Jerry S.
LAC Writing Center Coordinator/Humanities Faculty
B.A., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: jsain@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4562/4558

Schroeder, Nicholas
Director of Athletics
B.S., Elon University; M.S. University of Louisville.
E-mail: nschroeder@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4041

Seabock, Sarah
Payroll Technician/East Campus Business Office
A.B., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: sseabock@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4321

Setzer, Seth
Structural Testing/Product Developmental Specialist
Diploma, Bunker Hill High School
E-mail: ssetzer829@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4449

Sides, Shaun
Networking Technologies Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., East Carolina University. Cisco Certified Academy Instructor.
E-mail: ssides@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension:4044

Sigal, Ari
Reference Librarian and Curator, Gilde-Marx Collection for Holocaust and Genocide Studies
B.A., University of Arizona; M.L.S., University of South Florida.
E-mail: asigal@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4355

Sigmon, Kaitlin
Antimicrobial Lab Technician
B.S., Western Carolina University
E-mail: ksigmon906@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4683

Sigmon, Kimberly
Testing Lab Technician/Mfg. Solutions Center
Twelve years experience in the hosiery industry.
E-mail: ksigmon@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4189

Sigmon, Mark
Welding Technology Program Director
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: msigmon@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4358

Sigmon, Rodney L.
Prototyping and R&D/Mfg. Solutions Center
Sixteen years experience in the hosiery industry.
E-mail: rsigmon@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4144

Simyon, Caroline
Director, Associate Fine Arts in Music
B.A., M.M., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: csimyon@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4305

Small, Rick A.
Knitting Technician Training/Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S. Western Carolina University.
E-mail: rsmall@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4265

Smith, Athena
Director of Educational Technologies
M.S., East Carolina University; B.A., University of North Carolina - Charlotte; Certificates, Cleveland Community College
E-mail: asmith509192@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4565

Snow, Teresa
English Faculty
B.A., Western Carolina University; M.A., Wake Forest University.
E-mail: tsnow@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4389

Speagle, Angela K.
Web Technologies Faculty
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: aspeagle@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4086

Spencer, Beverly Jean
Administrative Assistant for College and Career Readiness
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: bspencer252@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4353

Spillane, Susan M.
English Faculty
M.A., University of North Carolina - Charlotte; B.A., Appalachian State University; A.A.A., Mitchell Community College
E-mail: sspillane125@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4826

St. Louis, Daniel C.
Director, Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S., North Carolina State University. Eighteen years experience in the textile and hosiery industry.
E-mail: dstlouis@manufacturingsolutionscenter.org
Telephone extension: 4292

Starnes, Michael
Department Head/Furniture Production Technology/DOC
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.

Stewart, Brandy
Financial Aid Technician/Student Services
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: bstewart@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4450

Stinson, Kim
Director, Associate in Fine Arts in Theatre 
B.F.A., North Carolina School of the Arts; M.A., Miami University (Ohio); M.F.A., Spalding University.
E-mail: kstinson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4406

Story, Mark
Chief Executive Officer - K-64
B.S., Appalachian State University, M.A., Appalachian State University
E-mail:  mstory@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4730

Styles, Jess
Computer Technician/IT/ASU Center-Hickory
B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: jstyles@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4447

Swanson, Shirley
Director of Financial & Auxiliary Services
B.S. Gardner Webb University, A.A.S. Caldwell Community College
E-mail: sswanson109@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4508

Thomas, James
Department Head/Engineering and Engineering Technologies
B.S.E.E., Penn State University. Six-Sigma Green Belt and Six-Sigma Black Belt Certifications; Fanuc Robotics C.E.R.T. Instructor; Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program - Level 1 Instructor; MSSC Certified Production Technician Instructor.
E-mail: jdthomas@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4202

Thornburg, Timothy
Welding Technology Faculty/St. Stephens High School
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: tthornburg@cvcc.edu
Telephone: 828-256-9841, ext. 323

Tibbs, Melanie
Payroll Manager/Business Office
Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: mtibbs@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4274

Tiscareno Velasco, Erika
Administrative Support, Multicultural Affairs
B.A., Belmont Abby College.
E-mail: etiscarenovelasco@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4578

Toney, Cheri
Director of Community Service and Personal Enrichment
Personal Enrichment Innovation Center
E-mail: ctoney@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4320

Townsend, Mollie
Horticulture Faculty
Diploma, Catawba Valley Community College; A.A.S. Catawba Valley Community College
E-mail: mtownsend@cvcc.edu
Telephone Extension: 4756

Travis, Michael
Maintenance/Groundskeeper Technician/Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4236

Tully, Ellen
English as a Second Language (ESL) Coordinator for College and Career Readiness
B.S., East Carolina University.
E-mail: etully@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4357

Tumey, Darcie
HP LIFE Ambassador/Business Administration Director
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.B.A., Pfeiffer University; Ed.D., East Carolina University.
E-mail: dtumey@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4011

Turbyfill, Darris L.
Business Technology Faculty
B.S., North Carolina State University; M.A., Ed.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: dturbyfill@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4364

Vandevander, Scott
Clinical Coordinator, Radiography
B.S., Duquesne University; Certificate, Washington Hospital School of Radiologic Technology.
E-mail: svandevander@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4075

Vang, Sia
Office Manager/Student Services
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-Mail: svang@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4487

Vann, Donna
Department Head, Cosmetology
Diploma, Martin Community College; North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art; Cosmetologist License and Instructor License.
E-mail: dvann@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4108

Vinson, Vickie
Adult Basic Education (ABE) Coordinator for College and Career Readiness
B.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: vvinson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4268

Wade, Tanya
Entrepreneur Intake Specialist/ Mfg. Solutions Center
E-mail: twade@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4052

Walsh, Luke T.
Mathematics Faculty
B.A., Indiana University; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: lwalsh@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4489

Watkins, Jessica
English Faculty
A.F.A., Western Piedmont Community College; B.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.A., East Carolina University.
E-mail: jwatkins@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4692

Watkins, Paul
IT Server Administrator/Information Technology
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College; B.S., Franklin University; M.S., East Carolina University. Certifications: Linux+, A+, and Microsoft MCITP.
E-mail: pwatkins@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4461

Watts, Rebecca
Human Resources Specialist/Training & Development/Personnel Office
B.A., M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: rwatts@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4103

Weeks, Paul
Mechatronics Instructor
M.S., University of North Carolina - Charlotte; B.S., University of North Carolina - Charlotte; A.A.S., Gaston College
E-mail: pweeks999@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4273

Wegner, Laurie
Director of Admissions/Student Services
B.A., Meredith College; M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University.
E-mail: lwegner@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4618

West, William
Biology Lab Manager/Faculty
B.S., East Carolina University.
E-mail: wwest@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4703

Whiteley, Emily C.
Department Head/Biology
A.S., Western Piedmont Community College; B.A., University of North Carolina at Asheville; M.S., Western Carolina University.
E-mail: ewhiteley@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4361

Whitener, Cody
Structural Testing/Product Development Specialist
Diploma, Newton-Conover High School
E-mail: cwhitener568@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4490

Whitlock, John
Computer Integrated Machining
Diploma, Columbus Technical School.
E-mail: jwhitlock@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4561

Williams, Anne R.
Director of Resource Development/Instructional Services
B.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro; M.R.P., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
E-mail: awilliams@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4285

Williams, Randall L.
Learning Skills Specialist/Learning Assistance Center
A.A.S., Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute; B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: rwilliams@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4524

Wilson, Jeremy
Criminal Justice/History Faculty
B.S., North Carolina State University; M.A., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: jwilson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4196

Wilson, Mary Beth
Administrative Assistant/Foundation, Inc.
A.A.S., Western Piedmont Community College.
E-mail: mwilson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4282

Wilson, Staci
Director of Library Services
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; M.L.S., North Carolina Central University.
E-mail: swilson@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4525

Wimbush, Asante
Student Services Technician
A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College.
E-mail: awimbush@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4431

Winters, Katherine
ISO Coordinator/Special Projects/Mfg. Solutions Center
B.S., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: kwinters@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4151

Wise, Jeremy
Maintenance/Groundskeeper/Facility Services
Telephone extension: 4236

Wise, Mark
Director of Facility Services
Email:  mwise@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4114

Wise, Monica B.
Academic Management and Facilities Scheduling Specialist
B.S., North Carolina State University.
E-mail: mbwise@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4606

Womack, Robert
English Faculty
B.S., Missouri Southern State University; M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne University; M.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte.
E-mail: rwomack@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4680

Wooten, Kristy
English Faculty
B.A., M.A., University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
E-mail: kwooten@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4375

Wright, Kristin
Coordinator Customized Training/Workforce Development Innovation Center
B.S., Western Carolina University; M.S., Appalachian State University.
E-mail: kwright@cvcc.edu
Telephone extension: 4297