How to enroll, pay for college and find jobs

Minority Student Leadership Academy enriches lives

New College Readiness Center at A-B Tech Madison

EducationJournal

A-B Tech

Summer 2014

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4Minority Student Leadership AcademyDr. Joseph Fox leaves a legacy at A-B Tech through his work with the academy

4Construction UpdateConstruction is underway on Allied Health and multipurpose buildings

5 A-B Tech Promise ScholarshipsA new scholarship has been established to help up to 20 recent high school equivalency graduates attend college

6 Pharmacy TechnologyUpcoming legislation will require pharmacy technicians to earn certification from accredited programs

6 Meet the New Board of Trustee MembersMike Fryar and Frances Ramsey have joined the A-B Tech Board of Trustees for four-year terms

7 Enrolling at A-B TechA step-by-step guide on enrolling at A-B Tech

8Career OpportunitiesA listing of possible careers and salaries through each of A-B Tech’s programs

10Financial AidLearn how to pay for college through a variety of sources

10New Central Sterile Processing ProgramAllied Health has added a certificate program to prepare healthcare workers for sterile processing and central service supply

11Culinary TeamThe Student Culinary Team heads to nationals for the eighth time – more than any other student team in the history of the competition

12 A-B Tech at MadisonMeeting community needs with new College Readiness Center

14 News Briefs and CalendarA-B Tech will host Building Bridges sessions starting in September

15Caleb JohnsonFormer A-B Tech student Caleb Johnson wins the 13th season of American Idol

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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College.Equal Opportunity Educational InstitutionAll rights reserved. No parts of the material printed may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any information storage retrieval system without the permission of the publisher.128,000 copies printed at a cost of .10 cents each.

A-B Tech Education Journal is published by the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Office of Community Relations & Marketing.

Publisher Dennis King, Ed.D.

Managing Editor Kerri Glover

Writer Martha Ball

Design & Photography Lisa Alford Kyle Levitan Jennifer MoranJosh Weaver

Board of TrusteesChairJoe Brumit

Vice ChairRay Spells

Troy BallWayne BrigmanMike FryarWilliam A. Hart Jr.Richard HurleyDon C. Locke, Ph.D.Kaye A. MyersJohn Parham Jr., MD.Frances RamseyWilma SherrillMandy StoneDavid Wyatt

Student Government Association PresidentJayne English

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First , let’s consider cost: the cost of attending a community college is less than half what students pay at a four-year college. I don’t need to tell you that student loan debt is at an all-time high and poses a significant burden for

students and families. Approximately half of our students get a two-year degree and then transfer to a four-year college, where they graduate with significantly less debt.

Second, A-B Tech works with employers to design programs tailored specifically for jobs in our community. A recent study by the American Association of Community Colleges “Where Value Meets Values: the Economic Impact of Community Colleges,” found that community college graduates receive nearly $5 in benefits for every dollar they spend on their education. The bottom line is that our graduates are hired into better paying jobs.

Third, we offer quality education. A-B Tech’s recent reaccreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges is significant. It means A-B Tech is recognized as an institution of academic integrity and excellence by our peers in 11 southern states and Latin America for the next decade.

As we begin a new fall semester, we will be offering several new programs, including the new Central Sterile Processing certificate for healthcare workers and the

launch of our customized workforce training program with GE Aviation, which selected A-B Tech to manage its Composites Center of Excellence.

Finally, I’m pleased to recognize our Culinary Arts Program for sending a student team to the American Culinary Federation’s national “final four” contest for a record eighth time in late July. Our culinary program is second to none and its continued national and international recognition are the result of setting a standard of excellence. We’re very proud of our students and staff!

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A Message from the President

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Dennis King, Ed.D. President

15 American Idol Caleb Johnson

VISIONLocally Committed, Regionally Dynamic, World-Class Focused

MISSIONA-B Tech inspires, nurtures and empowers students and the community toward a better quality of life through progressive teaching, bold innovation and support collaboration.

VALUESExcellence, Learning Supportive Environment, Innovation, Inclusiveness, Continuous Improvement

Dennis King, Ed.D.

This issue of the A-B Tech Education Journal is devoted to explaining how you can enroll and apply for financial aid, as well as identify career opportunities and what they pay in our area. But I also want to tell you why community college is a good choice for you or your children.

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When Dr. Joseph Fox recently retired from his position as Chair of Business Administration at A-B Tech, he left a legacy through his work with the Minority Student Leadership Academy.

When Fox founded the program in 2008, it was called the A-B Tech Minority Male Mentoring Program and had 16 members. Today, it has been renamed the Minority Student Leadership Academy, is open to all races and genders, and has more than 200 members, including 97 women. Fox said students involved in the Academy tend to be more involved in their classes and campus life, which encourages them to complete their educations at A-B Tech. “Our retention rates have soared over the 80 percent mark and were 100% last semester,” he said. Jeremy Jackson, a recent graduate who obtained three degrees, said his experience with the Minority Student Leadership Academy enriched his years at A-B Tech. “ It provided a lot of resources, and exposed me to a lot of people I’ve met, a lot of networking, and going to places I’ve never seen before. It’s really just a great experience,” he said.Phyllis Utley, A-B Tech’s diversity recruiter and co-host of the College’s No Limits radio show on WRES FM, has worked with Fox in the Academy and will remain involved following his retirement.“The Academy is a student-focused organization that helps students navigate their college experience and life,” she said. “It provides a lot of resources for students outside of the academics, the things that you need to create a very healthy life. It’s a smart start in their journey.”Fox said the Academy also gets involved in the community, most recently creating a community service project focused on assisting middle school students.“We are developing future male leaders,” he said. “Their story is also our story. Our A-B Tech students share their challenges growing up and how they overcame them with minority male middle school students.”Fox said A-B Tech students were alarmed when one middle school boy told them he saw jail in his future. “Our members took him under their wing. They ended up learning more about themselves working through the group. They were shocked to recognize young people already think they are a lost cause and college was not in their future,” he said. To learn more about the Academy, please visit: http://videos.abtech.edu/msla.

The Minority Student Leadership Academy is Dr. Joseph Fox’s legacy

Dr. Joseph Fox (right), founder of A-B Tech¹s Minority Leadership Academy, with Dr. Otis Moss III at the N.C. Minority Male Mentoring Conference.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT UPDATEConstruction of A-B Tech’s new Jack and Carolyn Ferguson Center for Allied Health and Workforce Development began in early 2014 and is targeted for completion by Fall 2015. Buncombe County, which is responsible for all construction on A-B Tech’s campus, also has broken ground on a new multipurpose building and parking garage near the Coman Student Center. A rerouting of Fernihurst Drive, the roadway adjacent to the area, has been completed and is now open to traffic. Follow our progress at abtech.edu/construction-projects.

Multipurpose Building

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The new A-B Tech Promise scholarship has been established to enable up to 20 recent high school equivalency graduates continue on their educational journey beyond a high school equivalency certificate.“It is the College’s tangible commitment to further embrace these students as part of the College community and culture,” said Lisa Bush, Director of Enrollment Services. “These scholars will receive mentoring, advising and student support to build the key skills needed to succeed academically and to meet their goals.” The A-B Tech Promise transition team in Student Services and Basic Skills will build a supportive environment to

ensure students have a successful transition to college and a successful future with no limits.

Awarded at A-B Tech’s recent High School Equivalency graduation, the first 17 recipients of the scholarship are: Kathryn Ingle, Jennifer Herrera, Kristin Davis, Shaina Simpson, Gwen Lyles, Bethany Melvin, Devin Roberts, Christine Clymer, Tyler Snowden, Wendy Brooks, Jenna Douglass, Nicollette Larrimore, Kierstin Smith, Kaitlin Mundy, Calvin Sheppard, Jessica Purple and Christina Zaikina.

The High School Equivalency program has transitioned from using GED® in its name because GED is now a proprietary exam and other types of high school equivalency tests are available. For more information, visit abtech.edu/ged

The A-B Tech Community College Foundation added new scholarships from generous donors to help students fund their education. During the 2013-14 school year, nearly 400 scholarships were awarded. The following is a list of the latest scholarships available:Ethan and Jacqueline Wingfield Scholarship for Promising LeadersSCORE/TD Bank ScholarshipAdvanced Superabrasives John Batki Memorial Scholarship Fund

James T. Rice Memorial Scholarship FundPLI ScholarshipWomen in STEM Scholarship FundABE Support FundCorman Scholarship FundBiltmore Culinary Scholarship FundFor more information on criteria and application deadlines, visit abtech.edu/scholarships

FOUNDATION ADDS NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO MEET STUDENT NEEDS

A-B Tech Promise Scholarships assist high school equivalency graduates

Rebecca Loli presents the Promise Scholarship to first time recipients during the High School Equivalency graduation ceremony.

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Mike Fryar, who was appointed by the Buncombe County Commissioners, has been a resident of Buncombe County

for 50 years. He attended A.C. Reynolds High School and served in the U.S. Navy. A self-made man and small business owner for 32 years, Mike started his career sweeping floors for the legendary Banjo Matthews — working his way up the ladder and eventually starting his own engine business, Fryar Performance, in 1980. He currently serves as a Buncombe County Commissioner for District 2.Frances Ramsey was appointed by the Madison County Commission to fill one of its seats on the Board. Ramsey

taught at Madison High School for many years and was an instructor for A-B Tech at Madison in History and Humanities (HIS11/112 and HUM 122/123) under the Huskins program. Madison Director Sherri Davis said Ramsey is an excellent addition to the Board. “She is well-known and loved in Madison County,” she said. “Her classes were always filled with high school and adult students who loved her.”

Meet the New A-B TECH BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEMBERS

A-B Tech’s Pharmacy Technology program has expanded its program with a new night course to accommodate growing demand

and to make it easier for current pharmacy technicians to become certified. The pharmacy tech field is expected to grow by 20 percent through 2022, according to the

United States Department of Labor, faster than the average for all occupations. In addition, legislation currently under consideration will require all pharmacy technicians to be certified, which means many current pharmacy techs will be required to obtain certificates.“The night program is ideal for someone already working in a pharmacy,” said Zachary Jordan, Chair of the Pharmacy Technology program. “For the technicians that are already working, legislation is coming down the pipe that will require certified pharmacy technicians to come from an accredited program. No one can be certified without it.”The program also is designed for people interested in the profession who do not have pharmacy experience, Jordan said. “We can provide a solid education and preparedness before they enter the job market,” Jordan said. “The new certification exam by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is very difficult and hard to pass without putting in the classwork.” A-B Tech’s program gives students the opportunity to work in a clinical setting and get the critical hands-on training in addition to the needed classroom knowledge. “We’ve got a 100 percent certification passing rate,” Jordan said.The day program currently serves 16 students and the new night program will start with a class of 10. Potential students must apply to A-B Tech and scheduled an appointment with an advisor. For more information, visit abtech.edu/pharmacyFAQ

“The night program is ideal for someone already working in a pharmacy.”

– Zachary Jordan, Chair of the Pharmacy Technology program

Pharmacy Technician program expands TO ADDRESS GROWING DEMAND AND PENDING LEGISLATION

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Enrolling at A-B Tech step-by-stepStudents must complete several steps in order to fully enroll in the A-B Tech’s programs. If you are uncertain of which steps to take, please check with Student Services. If you are interested in Continuing Education courses, please visit www.abtech.edu/ce .

All students must complete the following:

Apply online for admission to A-B Tech: abtech.edu/apply

Complete placement as required for your program of study. *Students needing accommodations for testing should first contact Support Services at 398-7581*– Placement options include the NCDAP/Accuplacer, an

approved alternate assessment such as the SAT or ACT, AND/OR transfer credit in college level math and/or English. Details at placementtesting.abtech.edu

– Students attending as visiting students or for personal interest may not be required to complete this step. Please call 828-398-7900 for further information.

Complete New Student Orientation to make your A-B Tech experience as meaningful as possible. You may complete your orientation in person or online.

– Schedule a session or register for the online course at abtech.edu/nso

– New student orientation is required to register for classes and is required for ALL new students.

– Students should complete placement BEFORE attending/completing orientation.

Plan to pursue a program of study or apply for financial aid? You must also do the following:

Apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA online at fafsa.gov (once each academic year). Be sure to use A-B Tech’s school code (004033) to ensure the FAFSA is sent to the college.

– The priority filing date is August 1 for fall semester, December 1 for spring semester, and May 1 for summer.

– Financial Aid notifications are sent to your student e-mail.

Submit college transcripts if you wish to receive transfer credit toward your program of study.

– Transcripts must be official and sent to the attention of Student Records and Registration.

Meet with an academic / program advisor – In most cases, you’ll be assigned a specific faculty advisor

who will be able to assist you with registration each semester. It is important to see your advisor early during each registration cycle.

Other information you may find helpful:

Activate your WebAdvisor account to view important information (grades, schedule, and financial aid).

– abtech.edu -> click on WebAdvisor on the top right of the page

– Username: first name middle initial last name (i.e. johnqstudent)

– Password: your date of birth (mmddyy); you’ll select a new password upon initial login

– Locate your Student ID# under “My Profile” in the Students Menu (bottom left)

Activate your student e-mail account to receive important notifications from the college, including financial aid award information.

– abtech.edu -> click on “I want to. . .” on the top right of the page and them “e-mail, log in to”

– Username: first name middle initial last name @students.abtech.edu (i.e. johnqstudent@students.abtech.edu)

– Password: your 7-digit student ID number (see note above to locate ID# in WebAdvisor); in some cases, you may need to add an extra zero (0) in front of your ID# for your password

Students enrolled in online or hybrid classes will need to use Moodle.

– To access your class, go to abtech.edu -> click on the “Current Students” tab in the center left of the page and then Login Information -> Moodle Login

– Guidelines for using Moodle can be found in the center of the log in page under “Moodle Help Center”

– Online classes will be available on Moodle on the first day of the term/semester

– Some online classes may require one or more exams to be taken in a proctored (supervised) setting – details will be listed in WebAdvisor’s Search for Sections.

– Considering an online class but not sure if it is right for you? Check out the Self-Assessment for suggestions on positioning yourself to be a successful online student. Go to www.abtech.edu and click on “I want to. . .” in the top right corner, then select “online class, take an”

Unclassified Students (students not interested in earning a certificate, diploma, or degree)

– In most cases, you may register through your WebAdvisor account without seeing an advisor. No Educational Plan is necessary. Advisors are available if you are interested or if you need to document completion of a course prerequisite or co-requisite. You must bring an unofficial transcript from the college at which you completed the prerequisite.

Payment plans are available should you need or want to pay for your tuition in installments.

– This is a great option for students whose financial aid has not been fully processed.

– Information is available online and at the Service Desk.– Payment options can be found at www.abtech.edu -> I want

to… -> Pay for Classes

Career Services and Career CoachIf you need help to choosing your major or career path, writing RESUME or preparing for interviews, contact Career Services at 828-398-7209 or visit abtech.edu/careers.

Student ServicesK. Ray Bailey Student Services Building Mon-Thu: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 828-398-7900

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ACCOUNTINGA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $31,000

Accountant, Payroll Processor, Bookkeeper ICertificate Level I . . . . . . . . . $17,000 - $21,000Certificate Level II . . . . . . . . $17,000 - $21,000

Entry-Level Positions, Promotions Within Current Position

AIR CONDITIONING, HEATING AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGYDiploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12/hr - $14/hr

Maintenance Technician, Climate Control Technician, Service Technician, Systems Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Estimator

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*Basic, Intermediate

AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000

General Automotive Technician, Specialized Technician, Shop Supervisor

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10/hr - $12/hrLevel I, II, & III

BAKING AND PASTRY ARTSA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $31,000

Pastry/Bakery Assistant, Assistant Pastry Chef, Cake Decorator, Baker

BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAININGCertificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,000 - $38,000

Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Detention Officer, Alcohol Control Officer, State Highway Patrol Fast Track Candidate (Applicant must be sponsored by a law enforcement agency to be eligible for admission to BLET program.)

BREWING, DISTILLATION & FERMENTATIONA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $32,000

Brewer/Distiller, Distribution Sales & Marketing, Brewery/Cellar Associate, Brew Pub Operations Manager, Beverage Manager, Tasting Room Manager, Beverage Event Coordinator, Retail Sales Purchaser

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $35,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000 - $22,000

Purchasing Agent, Sales Manager, General Supervisor, Operations Officer, Loan Officer, Office Manager

COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27,000

Computer and Network Service Technician, Systems Integration Technician, Automation Specialist, Integrated Manufacturing Technician, Systems Support Engineer, Controls Engineer

PC and Network Maintenance Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIANSA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14/hr - $16/hr

Design, construction, and maintenance of civil infrastructure, such as buildings, highways and bridges, water/stormwater/wastewater systems, residential/commercial subdivisions, and environmental systems.

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000 - $42,000

Computer Technician, Help Desk Technician, Information Systems Manager, PC Support Specialist, Database Administrator (DBA), IT Specialist

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000*Computer Basics, GIS Fundamentals, Microcomputer Applications, PC Installation and Maintenance. Entry-Level Positions Depending on Background, Promotions Within Current Position

COMPUTER-INTEGRATED MACHINING A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12/hr - $14/hrDiploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12/hr - $14/hr

Manufacturing Machinist, Machine or CNC Set-Up Operator, Quality Control Technician

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10/hrBasic, CNC Programming, Advanced CNC Programming, Fundamentals of Metal Machine OperatorCOMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14/hr - $16/hr

CAD Operator, Architectural Drafter, CAD Technician

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12/hr - $15/hrComputer-Aided Drafting, Architectural Drafting, Landscape Architecture Drafting, Civil/Surveying Drafter, Landscape Architecture Drafter

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,000

Entry-Level Position in Construction ManagementBuilding Construction ScienceDiploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000

Home Energy Analysis, Advanced Framing Carpentry

Basic Construction & Millwork . . . . . . . varies*COSMETOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,500 - $22,500Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,000 - $19,000

Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist, Nail Technician, Esthetician, Salon Owner

Cosmetology Instructor Certificate . . . varies*CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . .$28,000- $38,000

Law Enforcement, Highway Patrol, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Magistrate, Correctional Officer, Surveillance Officer, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Wildlife Enforcement

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*System of Criminal Justice, Essential Police Operations, Courts and the Law, Administration and Management, Criminal Investigations and Crime Scenes, Criminal Justice and Special Populations

CULINARY ARTSA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $31,000

Saute Chef, Grill Chef, Gardemanger Chef, Soup/Sauce Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Banquet Manager, Dining Room Manager, Food/Beverage Manager, Purchasing Agent Steward, Equipment Purveyor

CYBER CRIME TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $38,000 - $50,000

Computer Security Specialists, Computer Crime Investigators, Consultants with Private Industry

DENTAL ASSISTINGDiploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,000 - $26,000

V.A. Clinics, Health Departments, State Clinics, Dental Schools, Private and Group Practices

DENTAL HYGIENE A.A.S. Degree. . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000 - $52,000

Dental Offices, Education, Local, State, and Federal Government Agencies, Private Industry

DIESEL AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*

Diesel Mechanic, Fuel Injection Service Repairer, Heavy Tractor Mechanic Help

DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000 - $42,000

Graphic Artist/Designer, Multimedia Specialist, Web Content Specialist, Digital Media Specialist, Interface Designer, Digital Video Producer, Digital Layout Artist

Digital Video Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000*Interactive Multimedia Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000*

Entry-Level Positions Depending on Background, Promotions Within Current Position

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $26,000 - $40,000

Head Start Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Early Education Teacher, Private School Teacher, Early Education Center Director, Child Care Director, Preschool Director

School-Age Education A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,000 - $24,000

Teacher Assistant in Elementary Schools, Teacher in Child Development Programs, Head Start, School-Age Programs

Early Childhood Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,000 - $20,000

Early Education and Child Care Programs, Preschools, Private Schools, Recreational Centers, Head Start and School-Age Programs

Infant/Toddler Care Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,000 - $17,000

Early Education and Childcare Programs, Preschools, Early Head Start, Infant/Toddler Programs

Special Education Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000 - $18,000

Teacher or Teacher Assistant in Early Education, Childcare or Preschool Program, Teacher or Teacher Assistant in a Developmental Day Center

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,000

Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Facilities Technician, Electrical License Apprentice, Installer and Technician for Home and Business Low Voltage Systems (Entertainment, Security, Telecom)

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10/hr - $12/hr*Electrical Wiring, Instrumentation and Control, Building Automation and Controls

ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,000

Electronics Engineering Technician, Electronics Maintenance Technician, Control Systems Technician, Electrical Tester

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,000 - $40,000

Emergency Medical Services, Hospitals, Urgent Care Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Private Ambulance Companies

ENTREPRENEURSHIPA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $45,000Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 - $45,000*

Business Owner, Consultant, Capital Investor

Career Opportunities A-B TECH PROGRAMS AND ENTRY-LEVEL SALARY RANGES

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ESTHETICS TECHNOLOGY Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000 - $25,000

EstheticianFire Protection Technology A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $30,000

Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, Educational Organizations

Certificate Incremental Pay Step Increases of $500 to $1,000 Annually

Promotional Opportunities

FOOD SERVICE TECHNOLOGY Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,000 - $25,000

Line Cook, Prep Cook, Baker

GEOMATICS TECHNICIAN A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14/hr - $16/hr

Graduates are eligible for transfer to the university system, and may pursue the requirements for a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).

HEALTHCARE BUSINESS INFORMATICS A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 - $42,000

Database/Data Warehouse Analysts, Technical Support Professionals, Informatics Technology Professionals, Systems Analysts, Networking and Security Technicians, Computer Maintenance Professionals

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,000 - $35,000

Catering Manager, Management Trainee, Restaurant Manager, Director of Food Services, Reservations Manager, Front Office Manager, Country Club Manager, Food/Beverage Manager

Leadership in Hospitality Certificate Potential salary increase of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,000/yr - $5,000/yr

Career Upgrade and Cross-Training

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000 - $30,000

HR Technician, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Payroll Officer, Benefits Administrator, Team Leadership Training and Development Facilitator, General Supervisor

Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*HUMAN SERVICES TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $19,000 - $29,000

Case Worker, Family Support Worker, Youth Worker, Social Service Liaison, Residential Counselor, Behavioral Management Aide/Technician, Case Management Aide, Eligibility Counselor, Public Assistance Worker, Substance Abuse Worker, Life Skills Instructor, Social Service Aide/Technician, Group Activities Aide/Technician, Therapeutic Assistant, Gerontology Aide/Technician, Home Health Aide, Group Home Worker, Mental Health Aide/Technician, Intake Interviewer, Community Outreach Worker, Psychological Aide/Technician

Substance Abuse Studies Certificate varies*INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY A.A.S. Degree, Biogas or Industrial Maintenance options . . . . . $28,000

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Facilities Management Technician, Maintenance Mechanic

Industrial Mechatronics Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10/hr - $12/hr

Entry-Level Maintenance TechnicianCertificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . varies*

Basic Maintenance, Metal Fabrication

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $29,700 - $47,600

Information Technology Specialist, Data Security Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Information Security Officer, Computer Specialist, Information Security Specialist, Information Systems Security Analyst, Computer Security Specialist, Information Security Manager, Information Technology Security Analyst

Committee on National Security Systems 4011/4013 Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (U.S. OPM General Schedule)*

Minimum Content for Entry-Level Federal Government Position as an INFOSEC Professional in the Disciplines of Telecommunications Security and Automated Systems Security

MANICURING/NAIL TECHNOLOGY Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,000 - $18,000

Manicurist, Nail Technician

MARKETING AND RETAILINGA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $32,000

Assistant Manager, Department Manager, Sales Representative, Salesperson, Retail Buyer

Retail Marketing Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000 - $25,000

Entry-Level Retail PositionsMechanical Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000

Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Control Technician, Mechanical Designer, Maintenance Engineering Technician

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,500Mechanical Drafting, Plastic Injection Molding, Automotion & Robotics

MEDICAL ASSISTING A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $19,000 - $27,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Health Maintenance Organizations

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,000 - $52,000

Hospitals, Emergency Care Clinics, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, General Clinics, Commercial Labs

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $35,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,800 - $24,950Medical Coding Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,800 - $24,960

Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies, Laboratories, Healthcare Related Organizations

MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000 - $48,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Imaging Centers, Mobile/Traveling Services

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,800

Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Doctors’ Offices, Private Transcription Businesses, Research Facilities, Insurance Companies, Publishing Companies

NETWORKING TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,100 - $44,700

Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Information Technology Specialist , Local Area Network Administrator, Information Technology Manager, Information Technology Director, Systems Engineer, Network Manager, Network Specialist

Cisco Certified Network Administrator Preparation Certificate . . .$30,338 - $69,059*

Entry-Level Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Network Technician

Systems Administration Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,400 - $41,600*

Entry-Level Systems Administrator, Computer Systems Support Specialist

NURSING ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSINGA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,000 - $48,000

Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community Health Agencies

PRACTICAL NURSING Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,000 - $32,000

Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community Health Agencies

OFFICE ADMINISTRATIONA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $31,000 - $40,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,000 - $25,000

Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Executive Secretary, Receptionist, Data Entry Specialist, Administrative Support

Word Processing/Desktop Publishing Certificate . . . . . $20,800 - $24,950

Data Entry Support, Information Processing Assistant, Technical Writer, Technical Publications, Digital Image Processor, Proofreader

Office Management Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,800 - $27,000

Office Clerk, Office Coordinator, Entry Level Office Manager, Receptionist, Secretary, Customer Service Support

PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $43,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10/hr

Hospital, Retail, Home Health Care, Clinic and Mail-Order Pharmacies, Pharmaceutical Companies

PHLEBOTOMY Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,000 - $34,000

Hospitals, Physicians’ Offices, Health Departments, Blood Donation Centers, Emergency Care Centers, Commercial Labs

RADIOGRAPHY A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 - $42,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Emergency Care Clinics, Industry, Imaging Centers

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,000 - $31,000

Hospitals, Surgery Centers, Physicians’ Offices, Organ Harvest Organizations

SUSTAINABILITY TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13/hr - $15/hr

Manufacturing Technicians, Sustainability Consultants, Environmental Technicians, Green Building Supervisors

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000 - $30,000Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,000 - $25,000

Massage Therapist in Medical Facilities, Health Clubs, Spas, and Private Practice

VETERINARY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,500 - $44,000

Veterinary Clinics, Diagnostic Labs, Research Labs, Zoos, Animal Care Facilities, Pharmaceutical Companies, Feed Companies

WEB TECHNOLOGIES A.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000 - $42,000

Web Designer, Web Administrator, Web Developer, Webmaster, Web Database Programmer/Developer

Mobile Development Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30,000 - $40,000

WebMobile Designer, Web/Mobile Developer Positions Depending on Background

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000*Database Management, Web Designer, Web Programmer, Mobile Web Application Developer, Geospatial Database & Web

Entry-Level Positions Depending on Background, Promotions Within Current Position

WELDING TECHNOLOGYA.A.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17/hr - $25/hrDiploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15/hr - $22/hr

Arc Welder, Arc Welder-Machine Operator, Gas Welder-Machine Operator, Combination Welder, Pipe Welder

Welding I Basic Certificate . . . . . . . $10 - 12/hrWelder’s Assistant

Salaries may vary based on size of business and other factors. For more information, visit http://www1.abtech.edu/gainful-employment.

*Many certificates are not stand-alone qualifications for a position. These are designed to enhance skills or be coupled with related experience.

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Financial Aid OfficeASSISTS STUDENTS

A-B Tech’s Financial Aid Office serves all eligible students who require assistance in paying for tuition, fees, books and supplies by awarding grants, scholarships, and/or federal Direct Loans based upon the successful completion of their financial aid account with the College. The Financial Aid Office can, in accordance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), provide eligible students with Title IV funding to assist with educational expenses. The FAFSA can be easily completed online at www.FAFSA.gov, and will serve as the basis for determining all Title IV eligibility.For any students who may require assistance completing their FAFSA, the Financial Aid Office regularly offers 30-minute FAFSA workshops which provide students guidance for submitting their application. Appointments for FAFSA assistance can be made via the College website at: abtech.edu/fafsa-by-appointment All Title IV aid is awarded based on the following requirements: • Financial need as determined by the FAFSA • Maintaining enrollment in minimum credit/contact hour requirements

pursuant to an approved degree or diploma program • Satisfactory academic progress (SAP) as defined by the U.S. Dept.

of Education and A-B Tech

SOURCES OF TITLE IV FUNDING INCLUDE:Grants: Grant funding is need-based, and usually does not have to be repaid. Eligibility is determined by FAFSA results, institutional cost of

attendance, and enrollment status. Every student who submits a FAFSA application is automatically screened for both federal and state grant eligibility.Federal Work-Study: The Federal Work-Study program provides part-time job opportunities for students with financial need. Jobs may be located on, or off campus. Students are paid an hourly rate, and receive a monthly paycheck for hours worked. To apply for work study positions, visit the Job Board on A-B Tech’s website at: www.abtech.edu/jobboard Scholarships: A-B Tech offers many scholarships which are available to students enrolled in eligible curriculum programs. Enrollment scholarships are available from the College, as well as a wide range of

other scholarships available through the STARS Online application, which is open from January through March of each academic year. Eligibility requirements will vary based on each individual scholarship criteria. Student Loans: Federal Direct Loans are available to students who are enrolled at least half-time (six credit hours) in a qualifying program, and who maintain good academic standing. Loans must be repaid. The amount a student can borrow each academic year will depend upon enrollment, dependency status, and other aid received.

NEW CENTRAL STERILE PROCESSING PROGRAM OFFERED

A-B Tech’s Allied Health Department has added a new certificate program for Central Sterile Processing, which is designed to prepare healthcare workers for sterile processing and central service supply. Students will develop skills necessary to properly disinfect, prepare and issue both sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment for patient care. Graduates will receive a certificate and may be eligible to apply to take the National Institute for Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel Examination (CBSPD). Employment opportunities include surgery centers, dialysis facilities, and central processing units in hospitals. For more information, visit abtech.edu/csp-certificateAllied Health also is expanding two popular programs to include night classes starting with fall semester classes on August 18. Pharmacy Technology and Medical Assisting will offer evening programs that will each accept 10 students. To learn about these and other programs available at A-B Tech, visit abtech.edu/academic-programs.

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Culinary Team Heads to Nationals

A-B Tech Community College students are headed back to nationals for the American Culinary Federation’s Hot Food Team competition in Kansas City in July. Continuing a tradition of excellence, team members Alex Harris, Caroline Williams, Ruth Solis, Jay O’Hannon and Kristina Costa, will be judged on their skills and cooking, while floor judges will evaluate their organization, sanitation, teamwork, workflow, and cooking techniques and knife skills.This is the eighth time A-B Tech has had a team make it to the national level, more than any other student team in the history of the competition. The A-B Tech team won first place in 2007. “The team’s skills are definitely high level,” said Chef Instructor Eric Backer, the team’s coach. “You can certainly see the difference in how much practice they did.” Students have been practicing three times a week since graduation. All of them either work or are doing internships, too.“Including gathering and organizing all food products, recipe development plus prep lists and planning, it is more than

36 hours per week,” said Culinary Chair Matt Tracy. “Their willingness to put in the long hours is a testament to their dedication to each other. Each team member has put forth their best efforts and that is all that can be asked of them.”Competitors are judged on such criteria as the flavor, taste, texture and doneness of their foods; serving methods; portion sizes and creativity. Culinary teams from the College have been to national competition six times in the past 10 years. “They are an incredible team – truly. They are professional, focused and well-skilled,” said Chef Sheila Tillman, Associate Dean of Hospitality Education. “A-B Tech comes with a standard and our students continually raise the standard at competition. This team doesn’t have to be motivated. They have the drive to push themselves toward excellence.”“The team is pleased to be able to represent the ACF Southeast region,” said Backer. “The students have had their sights set on Kansas City from the beginning, and I could not be prouder of a group of students representing our school. The team is aware of the task at hand, and they are preparing for the incredible competition they will face at the national convention.”Visit abtech.edu/culinary

Culinary team members Ruth Solis, Caroline Williams, Jay O’Hannon, Kristina Costa and captain Alex Harris practice for national competition.

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A-B Tech opened its current Madison County location in 1990 to offer a more convenient location for residents to take classes. Over the past 24 years, programs have expanded to meet the needs of the area.

“ Students can take most of the general education courses such as English, math, social/behavioral sciences, communication, computers, and electives right here on our campus. We also have several free computer classes and GED testing preparation,” Director Sherri Davis said.

A-B Tech at Madison serves the community’s needs

Staff members for A-B Tech at Madison are, from left, Jude Cestaro, Jerome Moriarty, Sherri Davis and Sharon Cupstid.

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According to site Director Sherri Davis, the students can earn certifications and get many of their transfer degree classes without having to leave the county. “Students can take most of the general education courses such as English, math, social/behavioral sciences, communication, computers, and electives right here on our campus,” Davis said. Students can earn welding and criminal justice certificates, along with a multitude of non-credit continuing education classes such as Nurse Aide level I, EMT-Basic, Effective Teacher Training, CPR, small business, forklift safety and blacksmithing. “We also have several free computer classes and GED testing preparation,” Davis said. Davis started working for A-B Tech on June 1, 2007 as secretary for the Madison Site. She was promoted to Administrative Assistant and Assistant Director under Dr. Connie Buckner who retired in 2013 after 42 years at A-B Tech. Working with Davis are Sharon Cupstid, Assistant Site Director; Jerome Moriarty, Custodian/Maintenance and part-time Administrative Assistant Jude Cestaro. “Working with such great people as a team as we serve the needs of our community is very rewarding. We care about our students and the community and we strive to make each person who enters the building feel they are the most important person in the world,” Davis said.“I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Connie Buckner for six years. She is one of the most compassionate and caring people I have ever met. Watching her with students was incredible. She loved them and they loved her,” Davis said.Davis is a proud product of A-B Tech, attending the college after her job of 17 years relocated to Mexico. “A-B Tech and the Employment Security Commission came to talk to us about going back to college if we wanted to,” Davis said. She enrolled, graduated, then earned a second degree from A-B Tech and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree.

“I was at the Madison campus many hours working on homework and took classes both at Madison and on the Asheville Campus. I went to Madison High School and Mars Hill Elementary. I know a lot of people in the county. It’s great to be recognized and awesome to be able to help

students and our community in any way I can.” Davis said. “A-B Tech inspired me and it is my desire to give back by inspiring others. Working with students, faculty, staff, Madison High School, and the community of Madison County is wonderful and I look forward to coming to work each day. Encouraging students as they change their lives by striving for their educational and career goals is wonderful. I love it when students come in and ask to see me – they want to see me. What an awesome feeling! I am very blessed and thankful to have been given the opportunity to work for A-B Tech’s Madison Site. This will be a wonderful career for me and I will work hard for A-B Tech and Madison County,” she said.A-B Tech will open its third College Readiness Center (CRC) at Madison High School in August. The center is designed to give high school students an extra boost as they prepare for a college education. Madison High CRC participants will be assessed and tutored in reading, writing, arithmetic, and algebra, with the intention of eliminating students’ need for noncredit-bearing preparatory courses after being admitted to college. Students who complete the course will also earn an

elective high school credit. A-B Tech opened similar centers at Asheville and Roberson high schools last year, and those CRCs have been reaping financial and academic benefits for their communities, according to Michael Dempsey, the college’s Director of Educational Partnerships.For more information about the Madison High/A-B Tech College Readiness Center, contact Michael Dempsey at 398-7484 or michaelmdempsey@abtech.edu.

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COLLEGE RECEIVES SACSCOC REACCREDITATION The Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has reaccredited A-B Tech for the next 10 years. SACSCOC is the recognized regional accrediting body for 11 southern states and Latin America for higher education institutions that award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees.“This is wonderful news that affirms the quality of programs, faculty and staff at A-B Tech,” said Interim President Dennis F. King, Ed.D., who served as Special Assistant to the President for SACSCOC Reaccreditation last year. “After a thorough year-long review, the final report we submitted to SACS was accepted with no additional follow-up required.”For more information about A-B Tech’s SACSCOC accreditation and QEP, please visit: abtech.edu/SACS.

STAND AGAINST RACISMOn Monday, April 28, A-B Tech Community College hosted a community-wide event in partnership with the YWCA to support the YWCA’s national campaign, Stand Against Racism. The purpose of the campaign is to raise awareness that racism still exists and can no longer be ignored or tolerated. At A-B Tech’s event, more than 120 people attended activities. Activities included a community update, a panel discussion, two concurrent sessions, and a closing. UNC Asheville, MAHEC, and the City of Asheville sponsored the event. In addition to YWCA and A-B Tech staff, community members, A-B Tech students and other employees volunteered to support the event.

AUTUMN IN ASHEVILLE SET FOR OCTOBER 2“Autumn in Asheville” (previously known as “April in Asheville”), the A-B Tech Foundation’s annual fundraising gala, will be held on October 2 at the Brumit Center for Culinary Arts and Hospitality on the College’s Asheville campus. This year’s event will not only highlight the amazing skills of our award-winning A-B Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Department, but also the great work of the College’s Craft Beverage Institute. Guests will enjoy a variety of interactive food stations located throughout the Culinary Arts and Hospitality’s facility.Proceeds from this event support the success of the College’s students through the work of the Foundation and the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Department. For tickets or more information on how to get involved in the 2014 gala, contact Susan Haldane, Special Events Coordinator, at 828-398-7567 or susanehaldane@abtech.edu.

LAJOIE RECEIVES RHAPSODIST SCHOLARSHIPGery Lajoie has been selected as the first scholarship recipient for the Annual Rhapsodist Literary Scholarship started by A-B Tech volunteer Mark Gordon Smith. Lejoie was presented with a certificate at during a reading from the literary journal.

News Briefs

NEW A-B TECH PRESIDENT APPOINTED Dennis F. King, Ed.D., was selected by A-B Tech’s Board of Trustees to serve as the College’s sixth president on June 30, 2014. His term officially begins on August 1.

News Briefs

August 18 Classes StartRegister now.

August 28 Fall Festival

September 1 Labor DayCollege is closed.

September 9 Building Bridges7 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesdays, September 9 - November 4 A-B Tech Asheville Campus

For information and to register, visit buildingbridges-ashevillenc.org

Calendar of Events September 17-19 Craft Beverage ConferenceCraft Beverage Business Development WorkshopSponsored by : Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast and Asheville Center for Professional Studies at EnkaTo register, visit abtech.edu/cbi

October 2 Autumn in Asheville6 to 8:30 p.m. Brumit Center for Culinary Arts & Hospitality, A-B Tech Asheville CampusAnnual event supports the A-B Tech Foundation and the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Depts.For more information, email susanehaldane@abtech.edu.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NEW SCHOLARSHIPSThanks to a generous donation from an alumnus, three new business scholarships will be available to students in Fall 2014. James T. “Tommy” Rice Jr., a 1977 Accounting graduate, has pledged $90,000 to award and permanently endow these scholarships in memory of his father, James T. “J.T.” Rice, Sr. Tommy is a lifelong resident of West Asheville and currently serves as President of Anders-Rice Funeral Home in West Asheville as a third generation funeral director.Membership in the A-B Tech Alumni Association is free and open to all graduates and former students of the College. To find out more about the Alumni Association or to make a gift to the College, please visit www.abtech.edu/alumni.

BUILDING BRIDGES COMING TO CAMPUSA-B Tech will host the Fall 2014 Building Bridges program on the Asheville Campus. The program is open to the general public. Sessions will be held from 7-9 p.m. on consecutive Tuesdays, starting September 9 through November 4. The purpose of Building Bridges of Asheville is to provide a safe environment in which participants can discuss racism, explore and clarify their own beliefs and prejudices, understand why racism continues to exist and to propose and discuss alternatives and solutions. For more information about the Building Bridges program and to register for the Fall program, visit the Building Bridges website at buildingbridges-ashevillenc.org. You may also contact Carol Rovello at 398-7170 or carollrovello@abtech.edu for more details regarding the upcoming program.

Former A-B Tech student Caleb Johnson was named the winner of the 13th season of American Idol on May 21. Caleb was a student at A-B Tech in 2011 when he first auditioned for the show, where he made it to Hollywood, but was cut before viewer voting. Caleb was lead vocalist in the local rock band, Elijah Hooker, before winning the competition, and is a graduate of Erwin High School.

Caleb JohnsonFORMER A-B TECH STUDENT WINS AMERICAN IDOL

Photo courtesy of Fox.

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