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WCC Offering "Full-Service Saturday"

All Departments Operating on WCC’s “Full-Service Saturday” –
Registration, Walk-in Testing Available

Can’t make it out to Wayne Community College during the regular workweek? “Full-Service Saturday” is the solution.

Departments and offices that serve students will be open for business from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 3. New and returning students can register for college credit (curriculum) and continuing education courses. Walk-in placement testing will be available for curriculum students. Admissions counselors and academic advisors will be seeing students.

The next opportunities to register for curriculum classes will be 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6.

Classes offered on campus and the base, as well as distance education courses, start Jan. 7.

Active duty military personnel may register for classes taught on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base 8 a.m.-4 p.m., through Jan. 7 at the WCC offices in the Watkins Das Base Education Center.

New students must complete the enrollment process, take placement tests, and be accepted in order to register for classes. The steps that new students need to take are explained at www.waynecc.edu/students-start-here/.

The deadline for tuition and fees to be paid for those who registered in November or December is Jan. 2 by noon. Those who register Jan. 3, 5 or 6 must pay by 4 p.m. on Jan. 6.

Financial aid options can be reviewed at www.waynecc.edu/financial-aid/. The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which can be found at https://fafsa.ed.gov/. Students should go ahead and fill out the FAFSA regardless of where they are in the admission process.

The college’s Nelnet payment plan will re-open on Jan. 3 at 9 a.m. through Jan. 6 at 4 p.m. for those who register for curriculum classes in January. The plan will allow students to pay half of their tuition in January and the balance in February. Information on the payment plan is available at www.mycollegepaymentplan.com.

The schedule of spring courses is available at www.waynecc.edu and on campus. For more information, call (919) 739-6720 or (919) 739-6719.

Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, it serves 14,500 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 90 college credit programs.

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From the Arts Council of Wayne County
Sarah Merritt, Executive Director
sarah@artsinwayne.org or (919)736-3300

Ever wonder what it takes to create a video game? Do you think digital animation is cool? Don’t miss The Arts Council’s next exhibit opening Friday, Jan. 9, 2015.

Process is a display of the work of students and faculty of the Wayne Community College Information Systems Technology Department. The exhibit will include examples of 3D Modeling, 2D Game Art, 2D concept Art, Video Game Level Design, and Digital Sculpting.

3D modeling is when artists create objects on a computer that can be viewed from different angles in 3D space. Popular movies such as Shrek, Planes and even movie special effects like those seen in Iron Man are created using 3D modeling techniques.

2D Game Art is artwork created in programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, with the purpose of being animated and inserted into video games.

Concept Art is the artwork created before a character or scene in a video game is finalized. Usually a concept artist creates multiple versions of a character before the final artwork is approved.

Video Game Level Design is when artists create the actual game level that players navigate through. These levels can be completely 3D or they can be 2D.

Digital Sculpting is when an artist uses a 3D modeling program to digitally sculpt an object much like an artist working with clay would do.

On Feb. 6, during the Arts Council’s First Friday, Simulation and Game Development (S&GD) students will demonstrate how 3D sculpting is done and participants can try the techniques out for themselves. Games created by S&GD students will be available to be played and video interviews with students discussing game projects will be shown. Also bring your camera as some of the S&GD students will be dressed like their favorite game characters.

It can be viewed in the Arts Council of Wayne County’s Main Gallery, 102 N John Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530.

For more information about the Process exhibit call 919-736-3300 or go to ArtsInWayne.org.

The Process exhibit is a project created to support the Foundation of Wayne Community College’s 2015 Praxis Film Festival on Feb. 6 and 7.  For more information about the Praxis Film Festival go to PraxisFilmFestival.com.

Wayne Community College Continuing Education Services will introduce several new courses in the spring semester.

“Sewing Lingerie,” will be offered on campus for the first time. It is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Wednesdays, Jan. 14-March 4 or March 25-May 13. How to use a pattern, fabric, and thread to create a finished piece of lingerie are covered, as well as sewing terms, tools of the trade, and how to read patterns and layout instructions. Student need to have prior basic sewing knowledge.

“Voice Training 101” is designed for beginning voice students. They will work on the basic skills of singing, including vocal technique and solo vocal performance. Aspects of breathing, support, diction, and a variety of vocal literature will be addressed. It will be held 6-7:30 p.m., on Tuesdays, Jan. 20-Feb. 24 or March 24-April 28.

“Ethical Communication” explores the relationship of the right and wrong way to convey messages. It will show students how to maintain good behavior in the way they communicate as they learn and identify intercultural, interpersonal, and cultural guidelines. It is set for 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. 20-Feb. 24 and March 31-May 5.

“Cultural Diversity” will provide the knowledge and skill necessary to effectively interact with and serve diverse populations. It is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Thursdays, Jan. 29-March 3 and March 26-April 30.

“Personal Pet Care” covers basic pet health and emergency care. Topics include common parasites and diseases for small animals, immunizations, and basic canine anatomy, first aid for cats and dogs, and canine cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It is set for 10 a.m.-noon on Saturdays, Jan. 31-Feb. 21, March 3-March 28, or April 4-May 2.

“Polymer Clay Bead Making” teaches how to make beads for jewelry. Students will learn how to choose and condition the clay and will complete a bangle and pendant project. It will be held 6-9 p.m. on Wednesdays, Feb. 4-March 11 or March 25-April 29.

All of the classes will be held on the college’s main campus in Goldsboro.

Cost for each course is $35. Students may register and pay in advance at the Continuing Education Division’s Customer Service Desk in the Walnut Building.

For more information, contact Lisa Newkirk at (919) 739-6931 or ldnewkirk@waynecc.edu.

Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, it serves 14,500 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 90 college credit programs.

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Have you ever wanted to try writing poetry or fiction? Margaret Boothe Baddour will offer a creative Writing course through Wayne Community College Continuing Education Services this spring semester.

The workshop-style classes will run 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. 28 -March 18. Location is Room 104 of the Walnut Building on the college’s main campus in Goldsboro. It will be offered again at the same time and place March 25-May 13.

A former WCC humanities instructor, Ms. Baddour is the leader of the Goldsboro Writers Group and has taught creative writing to all ages across the state for the past 35 years. Her literary leadership includes serving as president of the N.C. Poetry Society and the N.C. Writers Network, and chairman of the N.C. Writers Conference.

She is a published author of three poetry books as well as fiction and non-fiction works.

“’Show, don’t tell’ is our motto,” Ms. Baddour said. “Students will learn to be specific and to employ comparisons in their writing. We will use the five senses and action verbs to bring their writing to life. Constructive criticism is the discussion style, and those who already have finished drafts may adapt class exercises to their work. We’ll have writing exercises and guided meditations in class as well as home writing assignments.”

Ms. Baddour also plans to introduce students to writing opportunities and contacts in North Carolina, including the N.C. Writers Network, the N.C. Poetry Society, and numerous writers groups. Whenever possible, the class will attend area readings and workshops.

Cost for this course is $35. Students may register and pay in advance at the Continuing Education Division’s Customer Service Desk in the Walnut Building.

For more information, contact Lisa Newkirk at (919) 739-6931 or ldnewkirk@waynecc.edu.

Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, it serves 14,500 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 90 college credit programs.

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Wayne Community College has extended the time of one of next week’s registration days into the evening.

New and returning students can register 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.

Active duty military personnel may register for classes taught on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 12-Jan. 7 at the WCC offices in the Watkins Das Base Education Center.

The deadline for tuition and fees to be paid for those who registered in November or December is Jan. 2 by noon.

New students must complete the enrollment process, take placement tests, and be accepted in order to register for classes. The steps that new students need to take are explained at www.waynecc.edu/students-start-here/.

Classes offered on campus and the base, as well as distance education courses, start Jan. 7.

Financial aid options can be reviewed at www.waynecc.edu/financial-aid/. The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which can be found at https://fafsa.ed.gov/. Information on the college’s payment plan is available at www.mycollegepaymentplan.com.

The schedule of spring courses is available at www.waynecc.edu and on campus. For more information, call (919) 739-6720 or (919) 739-6719.

Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, it serves 14,500 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 90 college credit programs.

Follow WCC on Facebook and Twitter.