Oct 13, 2024  
2012-2013 Gaston College Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Gaston College Catalog [THIS CATALOG IS OUT-OF-DATE. USE THE CURRENT CATALOG TO FIND CURRENT PROGRAMS.]

Administration/Faculty/Staff



Gaston College Administration

Dr. Patricia Skinner, President
Dr. Don Ammons, Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Silvia Patricia Rios-Husain, Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management
Ms. Cynthia McCrory, Vice President for Finance, Operations, and Facilities
Dr. Linda Greer, Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development

Gaston College Board of Trustees

Mr. Steve Campbell, Chair
Mr. James Ragan, Vice Chair
Mr. James Smith, Secretary
Sheriff Alan Cloninger
Mr. David Ronald Hovis
Mr. Tom Keigher
Mr. Duane McCallister
Ms. Rhonda McLean
Ms. Ann Neal
Mr. Ray Ratchford
Mr. Bill Sudyk
Mr. Randy Vinson
Dr. Jim Watson
Mr. Dan Wilson
Student Government Association, President
Mr. J.A. Dalpiaz, Trustee Emeritus
Dr. Thomas Will, Trustee Emeritus

The Board meets in the Myers Center Board Room the FOURTH MONDAY of each month at 4 p.m., unless otherwise notified. Notices are e-mailed in accordance with the Open Meetings Law of North Carolina, with agendas being sent out in advance of the meeting. Eight members constitute a quorum, with the SGA President counted even though he/ she cannot vote.

Four members of the board are appointed by the Governor of North Carolina, four by the Gaston County Commissioners, four by the Gaston County Board of Education, and two by the Lincoln County Commissioners.

Gaston College Foundation
Board of Directors

Mr. Robert Tull, President
Ms. Barbara B. Myers, Vice President
Mr. Steve Campbell, Treasurer
Ms. Cynthia McCrory, Assistant Treasurer
Dr. Patricia Skinner, Secretary
Ms. M’Shel Bowen
Mr. Larry Cagle, Jr.
Mr. Joe D. Carpenter
Mr. J. A. Dalpiaz
Mr. Tom Efird
Ms. Rhonda McLean
Dr. Edward Sadler, Jr.
Ms. Elizabeth N. Sumner
Mr. Dan Wilson
Ms. Sylvia Bajorek, Executive Director

Gaston College Faculty & Staff

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

 

Adams, Barbara H.

1986
  Administrative Assistant to Vice President for Student Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Adams, Kathie (RN) 1995
  Instructor, Nursing Assistant Program  
    A.D.N., Forsyth Technical College  
         
Adams, Renee 2001
  Printing Assistant, Design/Printshop/Mailroom  
         
Adkins, Lidia 2007
  Instructor, Biology  
    D.C., Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic  
         
Albright-Jurs, Lisa 2008
  Instructor, Criminal Justice, Huskins Program  
    B.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    J.D., Emory University School of Law  
         
Alcantara, Jose 2011
  Housekeeper  
         
Allen, Linda 2011
  Administrative Assistant to Assistant Vice President for Student Services  
    A.A., Cleveland Community College  
    A.A.S., B.S., Gardner-Webb Univeristy  
         
Alman, Shelly 2009
  Assistant Controller  
    B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University  
         
Ammons, Don 2001
  Vice President, Academic Affairs  
    B.S., Defiance College  
    M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Toledo  
         
Ammons, Jacqueline 2006
  Instructor/Coordinator, Childcare Workforce Development/Teacher Renewal  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.Ed., Charleston Southern University  
         
Argent, Joseph 1996
  Chair, Arts and Communication/Instructor, English  
    B.A., M.A., East Carolina University  
    Ph.D., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Armour, Joy 2011
  Secretary, Persistence and Retention  
    A.A., Gaston College  
         
Armstrong, Larry 2003
  Housekeeper  
       
Armstrong, Melissa M. 1991
  Chair, Science/Instructor, Chemistry  
    B.S., Davidson College  
    Ph.D., University of Tennessee  
         
Arthurs, Janet B. (R.N.) 1983
  Associate Dean, Health Education/Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.N., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.S.N., UNC-Greensboro  
    Ed.D., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Attaway, Victoria 1999
  Continuing Education Registration & Records Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Ausburn, Timothy 2005
  Network Server Specialist  
    A.A.S., Cleveland Community College  
    B.S., Limestone College  

 

Bajorek, Sylvia

1997
  Chief Development Officer/Executive Director, GC Foundation  
    B.A., Winthrop University  
         
Baney, Todd 2008
  Director, Human Resources and Safety  
    B.A., M.A., Queens University of Charlotte  
         
Barnett, Jenell 2006
  Registration & Records Specialist  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
         
Barrett-Ray, Linda F. 1993
  Shipping/Receiving Assistant  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Bauknight, Rita 2011
  Public Services Specialist, Library, Kimbrell Campus, P/T  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Beam, Kim 2007
  Financial Aid/Scholarship Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Beaty, Billy 2001
  Preventive Maintenance Technician  
       
Beavers, Mechelle 2010
  Housekeeper  
       
Bennett, Cathy (R.N.) 2008
  Instructor, Nursing Assistant Program  
    A.D.N., Gaston College  
         
Berryhill, Leslie 2012
  Textile Microscopy Specialist, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus  
    B.A., B.S., UNC-Charlotte  
       
Best, Leslie 2012
  Student Services Specialist, Registration and Records  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Bitter, Kavin 2005
  Instructor, Criminal Justice & Paralegal  
    A.A., Barton County Community College  
    B.A., Washburn University  
    M.A., Wichita State University  
         
Blake, Donna 2009
  CRC and Workforce Training Specialist, Life Skills  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Blake, Rhonda 2012
  Instructor, Cosmetology  
    Diploma, American Academy of Hair Styling  
         
Blankenship, Kristine (D.V.M.) 1998
  Chair/Instructor, Veterinary Technology Program  
    D.V.M., Ohio State University  
         
Blanton, Robert A. 1969
  Chair/Instructor, Social/Behavioral Sciences  
    A.A., Mars Hill College
B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University
 
         
Bookout, Brian 2002
  Instructor, History/Sociology  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Boone, Dawn 2008
  Housekeeper  
         
Bowen, Debbie 2008
  Graphic Design Specialist, Design/Print/Mailroom  
    B.A., California State University-Bakersfield  
         
Boylan, Pat 2008
  Network/PC/AV Technician, Technology Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    A.A.S., Community College of the Air Force  
         
Brackett, Misty 2010
  Secretary, Student Services  
       
Bradley, Doug 2008
  Instructor/Coordinator, Business and Industry  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A.S., Guilford College  
    M.P.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Bradley, Stacey 2009
  Chair/Instructor-Computer Engineering/ Electronics Engineering Technology  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Brasier, Terry 2009
  Director, Enrollment Management and Admissions  
    B.S., NC State University  
    M.S., NC A&T State University  
    Ed.D., NC State University  
         
Brassell, Erin 2004
  Instructor, Early Childhood Education  
    B.S., Pennsylvania State University  
    M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh  
         
 Bridges, Amy 2007
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.A., East Carolina University   
         
Brooks, Cindy 1993
  Accounts Receivable Specialist    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Brooks, Scotty 2010
  Chair/Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology  
    B.S., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.B.A., Purdue University  
         
Broome, Tonia 1996
  Associate Dean, Liberal Arts & Sciences/Instructor, Mathematics  
    B.A., M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Brower, Penny    2010
  Instructor, Office Administration  
    B.S., M.S., East Carolina University   
         
Brown, Deanna    2003
  Facilitator, Plant Operations    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Brown-Estes, Judy    2005
  Evening Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, Bookstore Assistant, Cashier-Business Office Kimbrell Campus and Textile Technology Center    
    A.S., Middle Georgia College   
         
Bruce, Joy F. (CPA, CFE)    1992
  Chair/Instructor, Accounting    
    B.A., North Carolina State University   
    M.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Bruch, Heather 2010
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., St. John Fisher College  
    M.S., Tulane University  
         
Bryan, Johnnie    2010
  Housekeeper    
        
Buff, Sam    2005
  Director, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus    
    A.S., Catawba Valley Community College  
    B.S., NC State University  
    M.B.A, Pfeiffer University   
         
Burgess, Barbara    1999
  Secretary, Associate Degree Nursing and Veterinary Technology Programs    
       
Burgin, William L., Jr. 1991
  Chair/Instructor, Mathematics  
    B.A., M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Burnham, Helene 2006
  Administrative Assistant, BioNetwork BioEd Center  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Butler, Belinda 2008
  Secretary, Life Skills  
         
Byrd, Michelle 2005
  Dean, Business and Information Technology  
    B.S., B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.B.A., University of Phoenix  

 

Cagle, Joe N.   

1993
  Program Coordinator/Instructor, Criminal Justice & Paralegal    
    B.A., Olivet College   
    M.A., Goddard College  
    J.D., Wake Forest University  
    L.L.M., University of Mississippi  
    M.A.R., Liberty University  
         
Cameron, Edgar M.    1976
  Instructor, Electrical/Electronics Technology    
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Western Carolina University   
         
Canipe, Billy, Jr.    2010
  Director, Design/Print/Mailroom    
    B.F.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
Cantrell, James    2000
  Director, Network Services, Technology Services    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
         
Cantrell, Sylvia    2003
  Housekeeper    
        
Capinig, Agustin    2004
  Housekeeper    
    B.S., M.E., National University, Manila   
         
Carmody, Kate 2011
  Instructor, Broadcasting Production Technology  
    B.A., Catholic University of America  
    M.J., University of Maryland  
         
Carpenter, Sherry    2008
  Administrative Assistant, Technology Services    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Carpenter, Wendy (R.N.) 2011 
  Instructor, Practical Nursing Program, Lincoln Campus  
    A.D.N., Catawba Valley Community College  
    B.S.N., Winston-Salem State University  
    M.S.N., University of Phoenix  
         
Carver, Mark    2008
  Instructor, History    
    B.S., Methodist College  
    M.A., North Carolina State University   
         
Casey, Michael    2000
  Instructor, Biology    
    B.A., Carson-Newman College  
    M.A., Appalachian State University   
         
Cash, Cynthia    2008
  Secretary, Corporate Education/ Small Business Center    
         
Caughey, Shane    2007
  Qualified Assistant, Criminal Justice Academy    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Chadwick, Barbara 2011
  Instructor, Art  
    B.F.A., Indiana University  
    M.F.A., Ohio University  
         
Chaney, Amy    2007
  Instructor, Psychology    
    A.A., Gaston College   
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.S., Kansas State University  
         
Childers, Raphonza (R.N.)    2000
  Instructor/Coordinator, Nursing, LPN-to-RN Alternative Schedule Program    
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S.N., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.S.N., UNC-Greensboro   
         
Clay, Rex    1995
  Director, Institutional Effectiveness  
    B.S., Marshall University  
    M.A., UNC - Chapel Hill  
    Ed.D., North Carolina State University   
         
Clemmer, Randy    2010
  Student Services Specialist, Lincoln Campus  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Cloninger, Michael 1995
  Chair/Instructor, Automotive Technology    
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Cochran, Paula    2004
  Financial Aid/Admissions Specialist, Lincoln Campus  
    A.F.A., A.A., Gaston College  
         
Cody, Bernadette 2000
  Instructor, Developmental Reading  
    B.S., M.Ed., Columbus State University  
         
Cole, Bruce    2010
  Controller  
    B.A., Miami University   
         
Conrad, Jamie 2007
  Instructor, Business  
    B.S., UNC-Greensboro  
    M.B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Cooke, Harry    2001
  Director, Libraries  
    B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University   
    M.S.L.S., N.C. Central University  
    Ed.D., Duke University  
         
Cooper, Janie    2011
  Administrative Assistant, Engineering Technologies  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Cox, Virgil G. 1987
  Dean, Engineering & Industrial Technologies/ Chief Educational Technology Officer  
    B.S., M.S.E.E., Massachusetts Institute of Technology  
    Ocean Engineer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology  
         
Coy, Jill 2004
  Admissions Coordinator, Health Programs (P/T)  
    A.D.N., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.A., Webster University  
         
Craig, Calvin 2001
  Information Access Librarian  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.S.L.S., UNC-Chapel Hill   
         
Creech, Cheryl 2007
  Food Services Worker  
       
Creed, Natalie M. 1995
  Instructor, Mathematics  
    B.S., N.C. Central University  
    M.A., University of Michigan  
         
Crews, Rudy 2010
  Product Development/Maintenance Specialist, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus  
       
Crisp, Joshua 2010
  Director-Regional Emergency Services Training Center/Fire Training  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A., Warren Wilson College  
         
Crosby, Dennis    2004
  Director, Criminal Justice Academy/Basic Law Enforcement Training    
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Crow, Kay T. 1989
  Administrative Assistant to Vice President for Academic Affairs  
    Georgia Southern University  
         
Crumpton, Joyce 2007
  Student Success Counselor, Persistence and Retention  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.A., Western Carolina University  
         
Cunningham, Catherine 2008
  Chair/Instructor, Cosmetology  
    A.A.S., Rowan-Cabarrus Community College  

 

Dalton, Emily

2008
  Administrative Assistant, Development Office  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Dameron, Harriet 2008
  Secretary/Library Technician  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Danner, Gwen 2007
  Veterans Affairs/Financial Aid Specialist  
    A.A., Catawba Valley Community College  
    B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne College  
         
Dass, Fabien 2010
  Instructor, Developmental Math  
    A.A.S., Catawba Valley Community College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Davis, Ann 1996
  Assistant/Coordinator-Regional Emergency Services Training Center/Fire Training  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Davis, Beverly A. (R.N.) 1987
  Chair/Instructor, Practical Nursing Program, Lincoln Campus  
    B.S.N., Lenoir-Rhyne College  
    M.S.N., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Day, Paula 2009
  Academic Advisor-Counseling  
    B.S., University of Connecticut  
    M.A., Winthrop University  
         
Deal, Cherry 2001
  Chair, Developmental Education/Instructor, Developmental Math  
    B.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Dedmon, Paula H. 1991
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., M.A., Winthrop University  
         
Dellinger, Amy L. 1997
  Accounting Assistant-Accounts Payable  
    A.A.S., Cleveland Community College  
         
Dellinger, Dewey D. 1990
  Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs  
    B.S., N.C. State University  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., East Carolina University  
    Ph.D., N.C. State University  
         
Dellinger, Lynn R. 1995
  Project Coordinator-TRIO Program  
    A.S.S., Lenoir Community College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.A., East Carolina University  
         
Dellinger, Michael 1999
  Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance  
       
Dempsey, Jayna 2011
  Evening Public Services Specialist, Library, Kimbrell Campus, P/T  
    B.S., Towson State University  
       
Denton, Carol 1998
  Assistant Director, Human Resources  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., Sacred Heart College  
         
Denton, Will 2004
  Technology Specialist I, Technology Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
DiBartolo, Brian 2000
  Instructor, Geology & Geography  
    B.S., James Madison University  
    M.S., University of Tennessee  
         
Dillon, Mary Ellen 2005
  Executive Administrative Assistant, President’s Office  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Dills, Ron 2005
  Maintenance Technician, Kimbrell Campus  
       
Dixon, Sylvia 2003
  Executive Administrative Assistant, President’s Office and Board of Trustees  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Dobbins, Gerri 2004
  Instructor, English  
    B.A., M.A., Western Carolina University  
         
Dockery, Darrell 2003
  Grounds Technician  
       
Doggett, Elisabeth 2010
  Counselor  
    B.A., M.S., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Duncan, Jane (R.N.) 1992
  Chair/Instructor, Nursing Assistant Program  
    B.S.N., University of S.C. at Columbia  
         
Duncan, Karen 1999
  Instructional Technology Specialist  
    B.S., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Dungan, Ben 2005
  Membership Coordinator, WSGE Radio Station  
    B.S., N.C. State University  

 

Earls, Adele

2010
  Student Success Counselor, Persistence and Retention  
    B.S., University of Connecticut  
    M.S., Georgia Southwestern State University  
         
Edwards, Scott 2010
  Grounds Technician  
       
Elliott, Anita 2005
  Financial Aid Specialist  
    A.A.S., Surry Community College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Elliott, Ann 2005
  Chair, Applied Social Sciences/Instructor, Human Services Technology  
    A.A., Cleveland Community College  
    B.S., M.A., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Elliott, Carol M. 1991
  Administrative Assistant, Lincoln Campus  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Ellis, Rebecca 1989
  Housekeeper  
       
Elting, Misti 2010
  Student Recruiter/Enrollment Specialist  
    B.A., Randolph-Macon Woman’s College  
         
English, Donna 1995
  Instructor, Architectural Technology/Program Coordinator/Instructor, General Occupational Technology  
    A.A., A.A.S., Isothermal Community College  
    B.S., M.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Erickson, John 1998
  Coordinator, Learning Center  
    B.A., M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Ewing, Penny 2004
  Instructor, Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Exton, Jamye 2009
  Administrative Assistant, Human Resources and Safety  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  

 

Fannin, Jennifer

2004
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., M.A., Marshall University  
         
Faust, Bill 2010
  Instructor, EMS Education  
    B.S., Washington College
M.P.A., Kean University
 
         
Faust, Carol 2011
  Administrative Assistant, Dean of Continuing
Education and Public Safety
 
    A.A., Warren County Community College  
         
Ferguson, Elaine 2005
  Instructor, Business/Accounting  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College
M.A., Gardner-Webb University
 
         
Finch, John 2000
  Shipping & Receiving Supervisor  
    A.B., Belmont-Abbey College
M.P.A., N.C. State University
 
         
Flynn, Susan 2007
  Instructor, Sociology  
    B.S., Western Carolina University
M.S., Auburn University
 
         
Ford, Gail 2003
  Assistant Dean, Lincoln Campus  
    B.A., Gardner-Webb University
M.A., Appalachian State University
 
         
Fowler, John 2005
  Process Technician, Textile Technology Center,
Kimbrell Campus  
 
    A.A., NC Center for Applied Textile Technology   
         
Fox, Melissa    2003
  Cooperative Education and Student Employment
Specialist  
 
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Fraley, Katie    2008
  Student Services Specialist, Registration and Records   
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Freeman, Gary W.    1982
  Instructor, Art    
    A.F.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., M.A., East Carolina University   
         
Fujita, Phyllis (R.N.)    2007
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.N., M.S.N., Gardner-Webb University  

 

Garvin, Betty B.

1988
  Instructor, Medical Assisting Program  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.T., Appalachian State University  
    M.S., Strayer University  
         
Geiger, Peggy 2001
  Instructor, Science  
    B.S., University of Rochester  
    M.S., Ph.D., Columbia University  
         
Gelsinger, Kimberly 1999
  Director, Distance Education  
    B.S., UNC-Chapel Hill  
         
George, Dianne (R.N.) 1996
  Chair/Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.N., M.S.N., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Gill, Pamela A. 1992
  Instructor, Foreign Languages  
    A.B., Duke University  
    M.A., Ph.D., UNC-Chapel Hill  
         
Glankler, Thad 2010
  Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology  
    A.A.S., Central Piedmont Community College  
    B.S.E.T., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Glenn, Ethel 2002
  Assessment/Retention Specialist, Life Skills  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Franklin University  
         
Goodson, Jane (R.N.) 2001
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S.N., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.S.N., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Gordon, Barbara 2010
  Secretary, WSGE Radio  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Gore, Daniel 2001
  Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.S., M.Ed., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Gourley, Mary 2008
  Instructor, Psychology  
    B.A., Limestone College  
    M.A., Indiana State University  
         
Grant, Virginia 2005
  Instructor, English  
    B.A., M.A., Longwood University  
         
Graves, Vicky 2012
  Basic Skills Student Success Counselor, Life Skills  
    A.A., Indian River State College  
    B.A., Florida Atlantic University  
    M.S., Palm Beach Atlantic College  
         
Grayson, Debbie (R.N.) 2004
  Instructor, Nursing Assistant  
    A.D.N., Gaston College  
         
Green, Lisa 2010
  Testing Specialist, Student Services  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Greene, Mindy 2010
  Data Entry Specialist, Continuing Education  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Greenlee, Erica 2011
  Advisor, TRIO Program  
    B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Greer, Linda L. 1992
  Vice President, Economic and Workforce Development  
    B.S., M.Ed., Indiana University of PA  
    Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University  
         
Griffin, Teresa 2003
  Purchasing Assistant/Equipment Coordinator  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Grimsley, Clifford 1998
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., Francis Marion University  
    M.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    C.A.S. in Gerontology, UNC-Charlotte  
         
Gunnell, Juanita 1999
  Chair, Health Promotion/Instructor, Dietetic Technician Program  
    B.S., UNC-Greensboro  
    M.S., Winthrop University  
         
Gutowski, Susan 2011
  Secretary, Liberal Arts and Sciences  
    A.A.S., Bryant and Stratton College  
         

 

Hagens, Diane (R.N.)

 2009
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S.N., M.S.N., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Hagler, Ashley    2007
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., M.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.S., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Hahn, David    2008
  Lead Housekeeper    
        
Hall, Cathis    2006
  Manager, WSGE Radio Station    
    B.A., Shaw University  
    M.A., North Carolina Central University   
         
Hall, Steve R.    1991
  Supervisor, Systems Planning & Maintenance/Assistant Director-Plant Operations    
    Diploma, HVAC, Gaston College   
         
Hamilton, Sandra J.    1994
  Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, Kimbrell Campus & Textile Technology Center    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Hancock, Allyson    2010
  Instructor, Medical Office Administration    
    B.S., Western Carolina University   
         
Hardin, Larry    2005
  Campus Police Officer    
         
Harmon, Ann    2005
  Instructor, Office Administration, Lincoln Campus    
    B.S.S.A., UNC-Greensboro   
         
Hartsell, Marty (D.V.M.)    2003
  Instructor, Veterinary Technology Program    
    B.A., University of Indianapolis   
    M.P.A., Webster University   
    D.V.M., College of Veterinary Medicine,
N.C. State University 
 
         
Hatcher, Glenn    2002
  Instructor, English    
    B.A., M.A., University of Mississippi   
         
Hedgepeth, Sharon    1999
  Technical Services Specialist, Library    
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University   
         
Hendricks, George    2000
  Associate Dean, Engineering and Industrial Technologies/Instructor, Electrical/Electronics Technology    
    A.A.S., Community College of the Air Force  
    B.S., University of New Mexico  
    M.E., University of Florida  
    Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Hinson, Kelly 2009
  Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.S., Clemson University  
    M.Ed., Appalachian State University  
         
Hissom, Debra 2008
  Chief GED Examiner/Testing Coordinator, Life Skills  
    B.S., Marshall University  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Hoke, Vickie 2007
  Testing Coordinator, Student Services  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
         
Hollars, Elizabeth 2000
  Director, Community Education  
    B.A., M.Ed., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Hopper, Daughtry 2010
  Development Associate, WSGE Radio/Foundation  
    B.A., UNC-Wilmington  
         
Hopper, Nancy P. 1986
  Coordinator, Continuing Education Registration  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Horton, Jeannie 1998
  Payroll Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Houser, Emily G. 1999
  Class Auditor  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Hovis, Helen 2009
  Secretary-Regional Emergency Services Training Center/Fire Training  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Hoyle, Gail 1993
  Secretary, Community Education  
       
Hoyle, Melanie 2003
  Facilitator, Criminal Justice Academy/Basic Law Enforcement Training  
    B.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Hudson, Deborah 2006
  Associate Dean, Business and Information Technology/Instructor, Accounting  
    B.F.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.B.A., Winthrop University   
    Ph.D., Clemson University  
         
Hudson, Michelle 1998
  Printing Assistant, Design/Print/Mailroom  
       
Hull, Patricia 2008
  Public Services Specialist, Library  
    B.S., Ball State University  
       
Huss, Leslie 2011
  Instructor, Developmental Math  
    B.S., NC State University  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
       
Hyslop, Kristin 2004
  Systems Administrator  
    B.S., B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  

 

Issa, Joseph

2006
  Lab Staff Associate, Science  
    B.S., University of Guarulhos  

 

Jackson, Cindy 2006
  Housekeeper  
         

Jackson, DeRee G.

1998
  Coordinator, Adult High School, Life Skills  
    B.S., Belmont Abbey College  
         
       
Jackson, Glenda S. 1991
  Instructor, Developmental Reading  
    B.S., Appalachian State University
M.H.D.L., UNC-Charlotte
 
         
Jenkins, Karen 1997
  Administrative Assistant, Business and Information Technology  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Johnson, Eric 2010
  Accounting Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Johnson, Gary 2005
  Technology Specialist, Kimbrell Campus  
    A.A.S., DeVry Institute of Technology  
         
Jones, Kenneth 2006
  Housekeeper  
    B.S., University of Southern Mississippi  
         
Jones, Louise 2002
  Secretary, Campus Police  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Jones, Marcene 2003
  Administrative Assistant, Liberal Arts and Sciences  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Jones, Mary Elizabeth (R.N.) 1978
  Chair/Instructor, Medical Assisting Program and
Phlebotomy
 
    B.S.N., University of South Carolina
M.A., Central Michigan University
 
         
Jordan, Alyson  
  Receptionist, Liberal Arts and Sciences 2011
    B.A., Wingate University  
         
Jorge, Dee 1999
  Research Assistant, Academic Affairs  
    A.A., Gaston College  
         

 

Kahne, Danielle 2011
  Compliance Specialist/Secretary, Health Education  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Keener, Laura 2011
  Student Services Specialist, Registration and Records  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Keith, Joe 2002
  Dean, Kimbrell Campus & Textile Technology Center  
    B.S., Georgia Institute of Technology  
    M.B.A., Ed.D., East Tennessee State University  
         
Kelledy, Shane 2010
  Instructor, Business Administration  
    A.S., Monroe Community College  
    B.S., M.B.A., Nova Southeastern University   
         
Keller, Mike    2004
  Instructor, EMS Education    
    A.A.S., Emergency Medical Sciences   
         
Key, Donna    2000
  Instructor, Developmental Math    
    B.S., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
Kincaid, Brenda    1974
  Director, Cooperative Education & Student Employment    
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
King, Angela (R.N.)    2005
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing    
    B.S.N., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.S.N., UNC-Greensboro   
         
King, Bonita    2004
  Coordinator of Library Services, Lincoln Campus    
    A.A.S., Caldwell Community College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.L.I.S, UNC-Greensboro   
         
Kouider, Rebecca  2008
  Instructor, English    
    B.A., Tulane University   
    M.A., Texas A & M University  
       
  Krisel, Caroline 2011
  Student Services Data/Outcome Specialist, Persistence and Retention  
    B.A., Appalachian State University  
    M.P.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  

 

Landrum, Shannon

2010
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.S., NC State University  
         
Landrum, Wesley 2012
  Director, Facilities Management  
    B.S.M.E., Georgia Institute of Technology  
         
Leagon, Bill 2008
  Instructor, Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Less, Karen 2007
  Dean, Continuing Education  
    A.A., West Virginia Northern Community College  
    B.A., West Liberty State College  
    M.Ed., University of Texas at Austin  
    Ed.D., East Tennessee State University  
         
Lev, Anat 1999
  Instructor, Biology/Biotechnology Coordinator  
    B.S.C., M.S.N., Biology, Ben-Gurion University  
    Ph.D., BioChemistry, Ben-Gurion University  
         
Lingafelt, Sherry 2009
  Administrative Assistant, Dean of Health Education  
    A.A., Gaston College  
         
Livsie, Kathy 2011
  Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology  
    B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University  
         
Love, Donna 2002
  Instructor, Office Administration  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A., M.A., UNC-Greensboro  
    Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Lucas, Sandra 1999
  Buyer/Purchasing Agent  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Lutz, Stephanie 2000
  Secretary, Practical Nursing, Lincoln Campus  
       
Lytton, Billy, Jr. 2001
  Chief of Campus Police  
    A.A., Gaston College  

 

Mabry, Douglas S.   

1991
  Chair/Instructor, Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Technology    
    Diploma, HVAC, Cleveland Community College   
         
Mackey, Leah    2002
  Basic Skills Assistant Coordinator, Life Skills    
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., Argosy University   
         
Maier, Bob    2009
  Program Coordinator/Instructor, Broadcasting Production Technology    
    B.A., American University  
    M.A., East Carolina University   
         
Malloy, Nichole    2010
  Enrollment Services Associate, Kimbrell Campus    
    B.S., M.S., East Carolina University   
         
Martin, Caswell 2012
  Counselor, Lincoln Campus  
    B.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.A., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Martin, Conrad    2009
  Learning Center Specialist, Lincoln Campus    
    B.A., State University of New York  
    M.A., Appalachian State University   
         
Martin, Leslie    2007
  Chair/Instructor, Office Administration    
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
    M.Ed., UNC-Charlotte   
         
Martin, William    2007
  Product Development Specialist, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus    
    A.A.S., York Technical College  
    B.S., Limestone College   
         
Martineau, Leonard    2010
  Instructor, Health Promotion/Therapeutic Massage    
    B.S., M.S., University of Rhode Island  
    Ph.D., Florida State University   
         
Matheson, James    2011
  E-Learning Developer, BioNetwork BioEd Center    
    A.A., School of Communication Arts  
    B.S., East Carolina University   
         
Matz, Joanne 2011
  Instructor, Developmental Math    
    B.A., Southern Connecticut State University  
    M.S.Ed., University of New England  
         
McCall, Elizabeth S.    1990
  Instructor, Developmental English    
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
McCants, Charles    2010
  Campus Police Officer    
    A.A.S., Cleveland Community College   
         
McClain, La’Shelle 2004
  Admissions Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
McClellan, Dan 2005
  E-Learning Coordinator, BioNetwork BioEd Center      
    B.A., Gardner-Webb University      
             
McClure, Sandra 2006    
  Accounts Receivable Specialist      
    A.A.S., Gaston College      
             
McCrary, Richard 2010    
  Textbook Manager, Bookstore      
    B.A., UNC-Greensboro      
             
McCrory, Cynthia 2012    
  Vice President, Finance, Operations, and Facilities      
    B.A., Winthrop University      
    M.B.A., University of Missouri      
             
McCullough, Alicia 1993    
  Instructor, English      
    B.A., Hampton University      
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte      
             
McFadden, Nancy 2006    
  Instructor, English      
    B.A., Lenoir-Rhyne College      
    M.A., Appalachian State University      
             
McGinnis, Ginger 2008    
  Student Services Specialist      
    A.A.S., Gaston College      
             
McGinnis, Heidimarie 1987    
  Accountant      
    A.A.S., Gaston College      
             
McHugh, John 2006    
  Dean, Lincoln Campus      
    A.A.S., Gaston College      
    B.S., B.A., UNC-Charlotte      
    M.A., Ed.D., Gardner-Webb University      
             
McLain, Rebecca 2004    
  Director, Life Skills      
    B.A., UNC-Pembroke      
    M.S., Walden University      
             
McLaurin, Daniel 2000    
  Locksmith, Campus Security      
    A.A., York Technical College      
             
McNeill, Savonne 2005    
  Chief Technology Services Officer      
    B.S., M.A., Norfolk State University      
             
McSwain, Jami 2004    
  Instructor, Developmental Math      
    B.A., UNC-Wilmington      
             
Medina, Jesus 2008    
  Instructor, Health and Physical Education      
    B.A., St. Edward’s University      
    M.A., The College of St. Scholastica      
    Ed.D., Argosy University      
             
Memari, Mani 2010    
  Instructor, Computer Engineering/Electronics Engineering Technology      
    A.S., Central Piedmont Community College      
    B.S., UNC-Charlotte      
             
Menard, Robert 2008    
  Instructor, Information Systems Security      
    B.S., Missouri State University      
    M.B.A., Drury University      
    M.S., East Carolina University      
             
Metcalf, Lori 2000    
  Associate Dean, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Instructor, Psychology  
    B.A., UNC-Asheville  
    M.A., East Carolina University  
         
Metcalfe, Diane    2005  
  Director, Corporate Education    
    A.A., Gaston College      
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College      
    M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University       
           
Metts, Clarissa    1999  
  Bookstore/Student Services Assistant, Lincoln Campus      
    A.A.S., Gaston College     
         
Michael-Pickett, Stephanie    1998
  Director, Marketing & Public Relations    
    B.A., Drake University  
    M.A., University of Portland   
         
Millen, Mack    1997
  Electrical Maintenance Technician    
    A.A., York Technical College   
         
Miller, Eric    2007
  Instructor, Sociology    
    B.A., M.A., Ed.S., Ed.D., Appalachian State University   
         
Miller, James P.    1988
  Housekeeper    
         
Morgan, Teresa 2012
  Senior Physical Testing Technician, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus  
         
Morrow, Laurel    2000
  Coordinator, Human Resources Development, Life Skills    
    A.A., Isothermal Community College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University   
         
Morrow, Linda    2005
  Job Developer/Coordinator, Cooperative Education and Student Employment  
    B.S., Western Carolina University   
         
Morton, Mary D. 1993
  Instructor, Philosophy/Religion  
    B.A., M.A., University of South Carolina  
    M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University  
         
Mosteller, Jody 2007
  Coordinator, Library Services, Kimbrell Campus  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.L.I.S., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Moten, Caroline 2009
  Housekeeper  
         
Mottonen, Jim 2011
  Instructor, Chemistry  
    B.S., UNC-Greensboro  
    Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology  
         
Murphy, Beverly    2011
  Distance Education Assistant  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  

 

Neal, Paula

1997
  Secretary, Institutional Effectiveness  
       
Neuman, Deborah 2004
  Instructor, Foreign Languages  
    B.A., Southwest Baptist University  
    M.A., University of Northern Iowa  
         
Nichols, Belinda 1996
  Instructor, Medical Assisting Program  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Pfeiffer University  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Nichols, Donna 2002
  Secretary, Community Education  
         
Nichols, Jennifer 2011
  Director, Counseling  
    B.A., NC State University  
    M.R.C., University of South Carolina  
         
Nicholson, Brenda 2009
  Housekeeper  
         
Nickerson, Jenna 2011
  Student Success Advisor-Associate Degree Nursing (CRIBN Project)  
    B.A., UNC-Asheville  
         
Nortey, Thomas D. 1993
  Chair/Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology  
    B.S., M.E., University of Science & Technology  
    M.S., M.E., University of Massachusetts  

 

O’Quinn, Jessica 2011
  Advisor-TRIO Program  
    B.A., UNC-Greensboro  
    M.A., Liberty University  
         
Osborne, Stephanie 2010
  Writing Center Coordinator/ Instructor, English  
    B.A., University of Virginia  
    M.A., University of Richmond  

 

Painter, Angela

2010
  Instructor, Business, Huskins Program  
    A.A., Sandhills Community College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
    M.S., University of Phoenix  
         
Pane, Michael    2000
  Instructor, Communications    
    B.A., M.A., University of Montana   
         
Pasour, Nancy    2003
  Food Services Worker    
    A.S., Gaston College   
         
Patterson, Robert W.    1982
  Lead Maintenance Technician    
         
Pauley, Linc    2000
  Instructor, Information Technology    
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Wayland Baptist University  
    M.A., Appalachian State University   
         
Payseur, Debra 2012
  Buyer/Purchasing Agent  
    A.S., Sacred Heart College  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
         
Payseur, Delores    1996
  Basic Skills Assistant Coordinator, Life Skills, Lincoln Campus    
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University   
         
Pendleton, Ronnie L.    1995
  Plumber    
    Vocational Diploma, Gaston College   
         
Penfield, Jeff 2011
  Assistant Program/Music Director, WSGE Radio  
    B.A., Emerson College  
         
Penley, Kandy D.    1980
  Secretary, Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, and Health Promotion Programs    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Pennington, Kim    2010
  Instructor, Dietetic Technician Program    
    B.A., Meredith College  
    M.Ed., UNC-Greensboro   
         
Perkins, Ungina    2005
  Financial Aid Specialist    
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University   
         
Phillips, Jennifer M.    1997
  Administrative Assistant to Vice President for Finance, Operations, & Facilities    
    B.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Phillips, Monica 2008
  Director/Instructor, Therapeutic Massage Program  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.A., Liberty University  
         
Plonski, Paula 2012
  Institutional Research Analyst, Institutional Effectiveness  
    B.A., University of Kentucky
M.A., UNC-Charlotte
 
         
Pollard, Robin 2005
  Instructor, Early Childhood Education  
    B.A., M.E., University of Florida  
         
Porter, Heather (R.N.) 2008
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    A.D.N., Gaston College  
    B.S.N., Winston Salem State University  
    M.S.N., East Carolina University  
         
Porter, Judith 2005
  Instructor, Music  
    B.M., Baldwin-Wallace College  
    M.M., New England Conservatory of Music  
         
Powell, Lisa 1998
  Bookstore Assistant/Merchandiser  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Powell, Michael 2000
  Instructor, English  
    B.A., Western Carolina University  
    M.A., Winthrop University  
         
Pressley, Leslie (R.N.) 2005
  Instructor, Practical Nursing Program. Lincoln Campus  
    B.S.N., M.S.N, UNC-Charlotte   
         
Price, Dotty 2008
  Accounting Specialist/Payment Plan Coordinator  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Prichard, Brittney 2010
  Instructor, Developmental English  
    B.A., Winthrop University  
    M.A., M.F.A., McNeese State University  
    M.F.A., Queens University  
         
Propst, Tonya 1998
  Secretary, Life Skills, Lincoln Campus    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Pruitt, Anthony    2004
  Assistant Registrar  
    A.A.S. Gaston College  
    B.S. Gardner-Webb University  
         
Puglisi, Ernest 2012
  Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.A., Marist College  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  

 

Queen, Patsy S. (R.N.)

1989
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.Ed., B.S.N., Western Carolina University  
    M.S.N., University of Texas at Austin  

 

Railton, Jeremy   

2008
  Chair/Instructor, Business Administration    
    B.A., UNC-Chapel Hill
M.B.A., Master of Divinity,
Gardner-Webb University 
 
         
Rankin, Wray    2005
  Safety Coordinator, Human Resources and Safety    
         
Reid, Charles 2012
  Polymer and Extrusion Technician, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus  
         
Reynolds, Ruffin    2001
  Instructor, English, Lincoln Campus    
    B.A., M.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
Rhodes, Daniel    2005
  Product Development Specialist, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus    
    B.S., NC State University   
         
Rhom, Eric    1998
  Instructor, Automotive Technology    
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte   
    M.S., North Carolina A&T State University  
         
Riggs, Debra    2010
  Human Resource Assistant/Secretary    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Rios-Husain, Silvia Patricia    2008
  Vice President, Student Services and Enrollment Management    
    A.A., Miami-Dade Community College  
    B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S., University of Florida  
    Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin   
         
Rivers, Brad    1999
  Director, Small Business Center    
    B.S., NC State University  
    M.B.A., UNC-Greensboro   
         
Robbins, Angela    2005
  Food Services Worker    
       
Robinson, Kristina 2011
  Instructor, Practical Nursing Program, Lincoln Campus  
    A.D.N., Gaston College  
    B.S.N., UNC-Greensboro  
        
Rose, Michael    2010
  Housekeeper    
         
Ross, Jayne B.    1986
  Chair/Instructor, Architectural Technology    
    A.A.S., Central Piedmont Community College  
    B.S., Western Carolina University   
         
Roy, Alisa    2011
  Director, Student Registration and Records    
    A.A., Central Piedmont Community College  
    B.S.B.A., M.P.A., UNC-Charlotte   
         
Rudd, Angela    2010
  Instructor, Information Technology    
    B.A., Emory & Henry College  
    M.S., Appalachian State University   
         
Rudisill, Dana    2010
  Instructor, Health Promotion/Dietetic Technician Program  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey  
    B.S., Thomas A. Edison State College  
    M.A., Liberty University   
         

 

Sain, Jason

2010
  Instructor, Mathematics  
    B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Sanders, Patricia A. (R.N.) 1993
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.N., Weber State University  
    M.S.N., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Sanders, Vickie 2010
  Human Resources Clerk/Receptionist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Schmitt, Chuck 2008
  Campus Police Officer  
    B.S., Northern Arizona University  
    M.A., Webster University  
         
Secrest, Adam 2011
  Instructor, Biology  
    B.S., Davidson College  
    M.S., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Sellers, H. Duane 1995
  HVAC Technician  
    Diploma, Gaston College  
         
Shariat, Sholeh 1998
  Instructor, Mathematics  
    B.E., M.S., Youngstown State University  
    M.S., University of Cincinnati  
         
Sharpe, Sherry 2010
  ACA Instructor/Advisor  
    B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania  
    M.S., Walden University  
         
Shaw, Calvin 2010
  Program Coordinator/Instructor, Criminal Justice  
    B.S., Southeast Missouri State University  
    M.S., University of Cincinnati  
         
Shellman, Donna Sue (C.M.A., C.P.C.) 1998
  Instructor, Office Administration  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.A., Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Shellman, W. Mark 1984
  Chair/Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.S., North Carolina State University  
    M.S., Barry University  
    Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Sherrill, Audrey 2003
  Assistant Vice President, Student Services  
    B.S., Wingate University  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.S.S., United States Sports Academy  
    Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Sherrill, Sherry 2003
  Instructor, Psychology  
    A.A., USC-Salkehatchie  
    B.S., USC-Columbia  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Shoaf, Vernon 2004
  Manager, BioNetwork BioEd Center  
    B.S., M.B.A., East Carolina University  
         
Shook, Brian 1997
  Admissions Specialist  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
         
Sigmon, Deborah S. 1997
  Administrative Assistant to Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Sink, Suzanne 2010
  Instructor, Developmental English/Reading  
    A.A., Haywood Community College  
    B.A., UNC-Asheville  
    M.A., Winthrop University  
         
Sipe, Everette 2002
  Campus Police Supervisor (Captain)  
    A.A.S., Cleveland Community College  
         
Sisk, James (C.P.I.M.)    1996
  Instructor, Business Administration, Kimbrell Campus    
    B.A., Dallas Baptist University  
    M.S., Florida Institute of Technology   
         
Skinner, Melanie    2005
  Instructor, Veterinary Technology    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Skinner, Patricia A.    1994
  President    
    A.A., Lake Michigan College  
    B.S., Western Michigan University  
    M.A., Western Michigan University  
    S.A., Western Michigan University  
    Ph.D., The Ohio State University   
         
Smith, Christian    2010
  Administrative Assistant, TRIO Program    
    A.A.S., Gaston College   
         
Smith, Dwight    2008
  Campus Police Officer    
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Smith, Sharlene 2012
  Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.S., Voorhees College  
    M.S., Sullivan University  
    Ph.D., Capella University  
         
Smith, Sherry J. 1987
  Accountant  
    B.S.B.A., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Smith, Vickie 2012
  Secretary, Cooperative Education and Student Employment, P/T  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Solomon, Nina 2010
  Adjunct Librarian  
    B.S., Excelsior College  
    M.L.I.S., Long Island University  
         
Sorrells, Danny 2007
  Supervisor, Housekeeping  
    A.A.S., Haywood Community College  
         
Sowers, Sid 2003
  Instructor, History/Political Science  
    A.A., Mitchell Community College  
    B.A., UNC-Charlotte  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Spitler, Kent R.    2001
  Director, Department for EMS Education  
    A.A.S., Clark Technical College  
    B.S., Park College  
    M.S.Ed., University of Dayton  
         
Sprinkle, Elizabeth Ann (R.N.) 1995
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    A.A.S., Philadelphia Community College  
    B.S., Spring Garden College  
    M.S.N., Gwynedd-Mercy College  
         
Stafford, Velma 2011
  Secretary, EMS Education  
         
Stagg, Nancy J. 1994
  Mailroom Assistant, Design/Printshop/Mailroom  
    A.A., Gaston College  
         
Stahl, Richard 2010
 

Senior Analytical Chemist, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus

 
    B.A., Miami University  
         
Stamey, Jimmy 2011
  Backup Systems Administrator, Technology Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Stanley, Ann    1996
  Security Officer, Lincoln Campus  
         
Starr, Sharon    2004
  Dean, Health Education  
    A.A., Gardner-Webb University  
    B.S.N., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.S.N., Ph.D., UNC-Greensboro  
         
Stevenson, Alicia 2012
  Physical Testing Technician, Textile Technology Center, Kimbrell Campus  
         
Stevenson, Carrie 2006
  Instructor, EMS Education  
    A.A.S., Hocking College  
         
Stokes, Steven L. 1990
  Chair/Instructor, Machining Technology  
    B.S., Southern Illinois University  
    M.S., Northern Illinois University  
         
Stone, Libby 2005
  Public Services Librarian  
    B.A., Erskine College  
    M.L.I.S., UNC-Greensboro  
       
Story, Jason 2005
  Instructor, Art  
    B.A., Arkansas Tech University  
    M.F.A., University of Memphis  
         
Stromberg, June 2002
  Human Resources Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Stroup, Edward R. 1994
  Grounds Technician  
         
Sturmer, William H. 1996
  Senior Accountant  
    A.A., Miami Dade Community College  
    B.B.A., Florida Atlantic University  
         
Sullivan, Michelle 1999
  Enrollment Services Associate, Career and Technical Education  
    B.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Surratt, Jacob 2010
  Instructor/Coordinator, Health and Fitness Science  
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
    M.S., High Point University  
         
Sutton, Kelly 2011
  Instructor/Program Coordinator, Human Services Technology  
    B.A., UNC-Chapel Hill  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
    Ph.D., UNC-Chapel Hill  
         
Switzer, Jeffrey 2008
  Administrative Assistant, Industrial Technologies  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Szanton, Peter 2010
  Director, Grants and Special Projects  
    B.A., Georgetown University  
    M.A., University of California-Los Angeles  

 

Thackston, Judith M. (R.N.)

1984
  Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing  
    B.S.N., M.S.N., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Thompson, Jason 2008
  Instructor, Automotive Technology  
    A.A.S., Wayne Community College  
         
Tokura-Gallo, Hisayo 2004
  Instructor, Psychology  
    B.S., Toyo University, Japan  
    M.A., University of Illinois  
         
Torrence, Everett 2010
  Instructor, Business/Economics  
    B.S., Winston-Salem University  
    M.A., Virginia State University  
    Ph.D., University of Kentucky  
         
Turner, Jane 2008
  Bookstore Assistant  
       
Turner, Margaret 2001
  Cashier, Business Office, Lincoln Campus  

 

Van Wie, Kimberly

2006
  Coordinator/Activity Assistant Director, Persistence and Retention  
    B.A., M.S., Purdue University  
    Ph.D., Valparaiso University  
         

 

Walker, Kay

2008
  Instructor, English  
    A.A., Western Piedmont Community College  
    B.A., M.A., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Walker, Melisa 2011
  Welcome Center Receptionist, Student Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Ward, Diane 1997
  Technology Specialist, Lincoln Campus  
    A.A., Gaston College  
         
Warren, C. James 1985
  Instructor, Information Technology  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.A., Ed.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Weinberg, Amy 2010
  Instructor, Biology, Lincoln Campus  
    B.S., Bucknell University  
    Ph.D., University of Wisconsin  
         
Weisgerber, Amy O. 1988
  Assistant/Coordinator, Educational Partnerships  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
West, Jimmy 2012
  Campus Police Officer  
    A.S., Cleveland Community College  
         
Whisnant, Dan 2009
  Housekeeper  
       
Whisnant, Terri 1999
  Payroll Assistant, Accounting Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Whitaker, Joey 2010
  HVAC Technician  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Whitaker, Tom 2006
  Instructor/Program Coordinator, Welding  
    Diploma, Welding, Isothermal Community College  
         
Whittemore, Susan 2008
  Instructor, Developmental Science/Science Lab  
    B.S., M.Ed., University of North Alabama  
         
Williams, Karen 2007
  Webmaster/Training Specialist/Help Desk, Technology Services  
    B.A., Johnson C. Smith University  
    M.S., Full Sail University  
         
Williams, Tanisha 2010
  Coordinator, Student Activities and Special Projects  
    A.A., Sampson Community College  
    B.S., East Carolina University  
    M.S., Nova Southeastern University  
         
Wilson, Cathy 2000
  Master PC Technician, Technology Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Wilson, Charles M. 1996
  Director, Bookstore/Food Services  
    B.S., Johnson C. Smith University  
         
Wilson, Tony 2012
  Campus Police Officer  
    A.A., Cleveland Community College  
    B.A., Gardner-Webb University  
    M.B.A., Pfeiffer University  
         
Wingfield, Deborah 1996
  Work-Study/Financial Aid Specialist  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.S., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Withers, John, IV 2011
  Instructor, English  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.A., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Woodall, Lisa 2005
  ABE/GED/CED Coordinator, Life Skills  
    B.S., Winthrop University  
    M.S., Western Carolina University  
         
Woodson, Heather 2009
  Dean, Liberal Arts and Sciences  
    B.S., M.S., UNC-Wilmington  
         
Woollums, George 2007
  PC Technician, Technology Services  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
         
Worthy, Teresa 2007
  Instructor, Office Administration  
    A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A., Belmont Abbey College  
    M.B.A., Gardner-Webb University  
         
Wray, Charles H. 1996
  Director, Purchasing  
    A.A., Gaston College  
    B.S., Appalachian State University  
         
Wright, Jay 2009
  Counselor, Special Needs  
    B.A., University of Rhode Island  
    M.A., Rhode Island College  
         
Wright, Sandra 2012
  Instructor, Developmental Math  
    B.S., West Virginia State University  
    M.A., UNC-Charlotte  
         
Wyatt, Julie 2010
  Instructor, Biology, Huskins Program  
    B.S., Eckerd College  
    M.S., Ph.D., Wake Forest University  
         
Wyont, Kimberly 1999
  Director of Educational Partnerships  
    B.S., High Point University  
    M.A., Appalachian State University  
         
Wyont, Wanda 1997
  Director, Persistence and Retention  
    B.S., Thomas Edison State College  
    M.A., Lenoir-Rhyne College  

 

Yantz, Eileen

2006
  Program Coordinator/Instructor, Early Childhood Education  
    B.S., M.S., Nova Southeastern University  
         
Yates, Judy W. 1980
  Counselor  
     A.A., A.A.S., Gaston College  
    B.A., Sacred Heart College  
    M.H.D.L., UNC-Charlotte  
       

 

Ziemba-Tolbert, Christine

2012
  Instructor, ACA  
    B.S., M.A., Appalachian State University  

 

Gaston College Faculty Emeritus

Mr. George Ball
Mr. Thomas Bennett
Mr. Ben Berry
Ms. Lois Bradley
Dr. Judith Cole
Ms. Elizabeth Domenico
Ms. Brenda Falls
Dr. Larry Galant
Mr. Myers Hambright
Mr. Alex Hegenbart
Dr. Dean Jones
Mr. Russell Keck
Mr. Don Killian
Mr. Vince Leong*
Dr. Joe Lewandowski
Mr. Paul Lunsford
Dr. Bill Manikas
Sen. Helen Rhyne Marvin*
Mr. Porter McAteer
Dr. Nellie McCrory*
Ms. Sharon Nichols
Dr. James M. Randleman
Mr. Lester Reavis*
Ms. Kay Robeson
Ms. Becky St. Clair
Ms. Lee Simmons
Ms. Joyce Stroup
Dr. Bruce Trammell*
Mr. Allen Wash
Mr. Paul Whippo*
Mr. David Whisenant
Mr. Jim Wright

*deceased