NOVEMBER 2019
The Power of Community
DCCC faculty and staff volunteering by painting and making sleeping bags and sorting items
This week we experienced firsthand, not only the power of the community around us, but the power of DCCC's campus community reaching out beyond our walls. Over 200 faculty and staff volunteered at over 50 projects for the very first DCCC Day of Service! We were proud to participate in giving back to the counties we all call home.

It was an amazing experience for our campus. With so many wonderful nonprofits and agencies in Davidson and Davie counties, the day really showcased the dedication and commitment of individuals helping to make a difference.

Darrin L. Hartness, Ed. D.
President
Tina Royal DCCC Trustee
Trustee Tina Royal Appointed to ACCT Committee
"I have a huge interest in my community to make sure people are not denied opportunities of betterment due to the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex or sexual orientation." - Tina Royal

Davidson County Community College trustee Tina Royal was elected to serve on the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. The committee consists of 10 members, two from each region. Members serve staggered two-year terms.

Basketball coach Matt Ridge
Congratulations Coach Matt Ridge
DCCC Basketball Coach Matt Ridge was inducted into the Davidson County Sports Hall of Fame last month. Coach Ridge has lead the DCCC Storm Basketball team over the last 12 season with a 309-73 record.

Thanks coach for all you do, and congrats on a well-deserved honor!

DCCC Receives $20,000 from the Gene Haas Foundation
Thank you to the Gene Haas Foundation for continual support of our students. The college received a gift of $20,000 to support scholarships for students studying machining. The Gene Haas Foundation has awarded DCCC with funds of varying amounts for the past four years.

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In memory of Mr. B.E. Mendy Mendenhall
The DCCC community is saddened at the passing of Mr. B.E. "Mendy" Mendenhall, Jr. on October 16, 2019. Mr. Mendenhall was a notable figure in the history of the College and a major contributor to its growth and success. He served on the first Board of Trustees in 1963 and continued as a Trustee until 1990, served on the Foundation Board from 1984-1993, and served terms as president of both Boards. The Foundation’s golf tournament, now in its 29th year, was originally called “A Match for Mendy.”
 
Mr. Mendenhall served six years on the State Board of Community Colleges, was president of the NC Association of Community College Trustees, and received the I.E. Ready Award for Outstanding Achievement and Contributions to the NC Community College System. 

In 1991, Mr. Mendenhall received the first honorary degree awarded by DCCC. The Mendenhall Building was named in his honor in 1996.

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