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State-of-the-Market Equipment & Learning Technologies

• Recognizing that not all students have access to transportation, funding was provided to purchase laptop carts to initiate college courses in high schools. Funding was also used to acquire laptop and tablet carts to convert any classroom on Carroll’s campus into a technology lab.

• An investment in technology infrastructure for students and faculty is important for building the College’s capacity. Funding was received through the Carroll County Commissioners Matching Grant and public partnerships to purchase hardware and software updates and related technological services.

• Through a Foundation investment, Carroll Community College’s ceramics studio was furnished with a kiln, wheel, clay, and paint supplies, creating an innovative space for both credit and non-credit students.

• CNAs are a critical component in the nursing industry. Funding was provided to furnish a nursing lab shared by credit students and non-credit CNA students.

• The Fitness Center was equipped with new treadmills and elliptical trainers to support students, student-athletes, faculty, and staf with their ftness goals.

• A new Early Childhood Education outdoor learning lab was established to aid in preparing preschool children for kindergarten. This lab incorporated gardening and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) as it relates to spatial awareness and gender justice for girls.

• Additional and updated learning tools were purchased for the Engineering Lab to ensure students are using current learning technologies.

• To ensure the safety of our campus and our Campus Police, the Foundation purchased Kevlar vests for our ofcers and new radios to provide direct communications between the campus and county law enforcement.

• A new, high fdelity simulated mannequin and a new web-based video system were purchased to record and stream real-life simulation scenarios in the Nursing Program.

We are proud to support the Nursing Program at Carroll through the establishment of a

scholarship fund. Peggy and I greatly value the work of frst responders. Nurses are

needed to help pull patients out of the avalanche when a health challenge arises. Our

community is very fortunate to have such a high quality, afordable educational institution

as Carroll Community College, in whom we entrust the education and training of the next

generation of nurses.

Bernie & Peggy Jones , donors

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Scholarships & Student Access

• Scholarship funding was provided to students who enrolled full-time at Carroll Community College after completing requirements as a dually enrolled high school student.

• Scholarship funding was provided for students with fnancial need not covered by Pell Grants and other government funding sources.

• Scholarship funding was provided for high achieving students, including those in the Hill Scholars and STEM Scholars programs.

• Funding was provided for Carroll Promise Scholarships which had been established for the 2018 – 2019 academic year to bridge the gap until funding from the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship program became available to eligible Maryland community college students.

• New scholarship funds were provided for short-term and long-term funding solutions.

• Scholarship funding was provided for non-credit students seeking licensure and certifcation opportunities.

• Scholarships were provided for technology students participating in the Kids@Carroll camps.

• Book scholarships were provided for dually enrolled FARM (Free and Reduced Meal) high school students.

Many of the students at Carroll Community College either work during the day and attend classes in the evening, or attend classes during the day and work in the afternoon or evening. Having completed the last three years of my college going to night school and working during the day, I know that alone is a challenge, even if you’re not struggling fnancially, which many students are. The students attending Carroll work hard to better themselves through higher education, which will give them the tools to succeed in their future endeavors. I sincerely believe my fnancial support of the College is a good investment in the students, the College, and our community.

—Glenn Bair, donor

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Advancing Student Success

• 100% funding was provided to eligible entrepreneurs and small businesses to participate in workshops ofered through The Miller Center for Resources to Entrepreneurs during the pandemic.

• Academic Services strives to put students frst by ofering dynamic learner support services in a supportive and caring environment. In Spring/Fall 2019, there were more than 10,000 student tutoring visits at no charge.

• Nearly 100 Carroll graduates have joined the newly established Carroll Alumni Association. This network was developed to keep former students engaged and abreast of the progress at Carroll.

• The Foundation invested in the establishment of the new Research and Collaboration Center, a student-centric space for meetings, seminars, and collaborative studying. The area is being utilized by numerous honors groups, including STEM Scholars, Hill Scholars, Phi Theta Kappa (honor society for 2-year colleges), Psi Beta (Psychology honor society), Delta Alpha Pi (honor society for students with disabilities), and Alpha Delta Nu (Nursing honor society).

• It is difcult to learn on an empty stomach, yet many in our community struggle with food insecurity. The Carroll Food Locker Program ofers grocery assistance to Carroll Community College students, faculty, and staf in need, so they don’t have to choose between meals and education.

A student and her mom came through the Food Locker’s drive-through pick-up and I asked if they were okay with the resources they had or if they needed some extra help. The mom told me that she had been providing food for her nieces and nephews as well and she greatly appreciated the extra help. I handed her a $50 gift card for additional food support and the mom was extremely grateful that we were able to help out. The look in her eyes conveyed that she was struggling and this little bit extra was making a huge diference to her and her family.

—Jen Milam, Director of Student Life

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• Our Littlest Learners have a newly renovated Children’s Reading area that is used for story time. Students in literacy classes are also able to sign out books available in this to use with assignments.

• 26% of frst generation students attend Carroll. The new First in My Family program ofers this cohort frsthand advice about navigating their higher education path. Funding was provided for scholarships and to give students tools for success while allowing them to engage with other frst generation students, faculty, and staf.

• Many students were given the opportunity to experience our Athletics program while earning a high-quality education. The Foundation provided the new College Athletics program with funding for equipment and feld improvements, and provided scholarships to our student-athletes. GO LYNX!

• An investment was made to purchase a high-tech 3D Dissection Table for the Sciences. The virtual dissection table allows students to study realistic images of cadavers with various diseases, injuries, and ailments. It also allows students to interact with correlated 3D and cross-sectional views of more than 2,000 anatomical structures.

• The Student Emergency Assistance Fund is a specialized fund that was established to meet the demands brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. This program allows the College to respond rapidly to events in our students’ lives that could cause them to interrupt or discontinue their higher learning goals.

When I learned more about After a challenging time attempting to begin my the Tutoring Program at educational journey while battling addictions, Carroll, I knew I wanted to I returned to Carroll in pursuit of a career in the help! I was so impressed to medical feld. As a part-time student, part-time hear about the tremendous employee, and full-time mother, the support diference this program I received from the faculty and staf at Carroll, makes in students’ success coupled with the scholarship, was a huge help! I am and how it impacts students’ back on track. I am now pursuing my dream and an lives in such a positive way. improved quality of life for me and my family.

—Bill Libman, donor —Kimberly Tracey, Radiology student

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Our Future Is Bright First in My Family Program

This program was established to support frst generation students by guiding them every step of the way toward achieving their educational goals. Students are given tools and resources for success and provided the opportunity to engage with other frst generation students, faculty, and staf. We know these students will set the example, being the frst in their family to attend college, starting the chain of education in their own families.

The Joseph F. Shields Legacy Circle

Carroll’s frst President, Dr. Joseph F. Shields, laid the foundation for the College’s future when he made the frst bequest to the College using his life insurance policy. The Joseph F. Shields Legacy Circle was established to honor and recognize individuals who wish for their legacy to continue to impact the lives of students at Carroll. The Circle provides a way to thank donors during their lifetimes and allows them to see the impact of their gift.

Alumni Association

Our Alumni are one of our most valued assets, and it’s important to keep them informed and connected. Carroll’s Alumni Association currently has more than one hundred members who can serve as a positive infuence on our students. We hope the next generation of students will beneft from their experience, helping them propel their educational pathway in the career direction they are interested in pursuing. Members can refer to the Carroll Alumni Association Facebook and LinkedIn pages, as well as a dedicated link on Carroll’s website, to stay up to date on events and other special initiatives at Carroll.

Research & Collaboration Center

The funding of this innovative learning center will allow students to work together to develop essential skills they need for future careers, such as critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork. This dedicated space provides the opportunity for students to work on team projects, group assignments, and study sessions.

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Board of Directors Thank you to the members of the Foundation Board of Directors, both former and current, whose service during the campaign made our success possible.

Annette M. Danek-Akey*, President, Senior Vice President of Fulfllment, Penguin Random House

Kelly W. Hill*, Past President, Carroll Class of 2004, Marketing Professional

Lorene (Rene) Shifer*, Vice President, Co-Owner, Blossom & Basket Boutique

Brian Holsonbake, Past Vice President, Founder/President, Skyline Technology Solutions

Mark C. Krebs*, Treasurer, SVP/CFO, Farmers & Merchants Bank

Benjamin Scheper*, Secretary, Owner/Manager, Apple Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

Arnold L. Amass, Past Secretary, Retired Pharmacist

Steven Aquino*, President/Financial Advisor, Aquino Financial Group, LLC

Theresa Bethune*, President/Freedom Broadband, Vice President/InfoPathways

Lori Blake, Director of HR/Operations, Fuchs North America

Mark & Patty Carroll*, Owners, Town and Country Auto Repair

Tony Chiavacci*, President/Owner, Kojak Graphic Communications, Inc.

Joseph G. DiMaggio, Jr.*, Senior Vice President & Senior Consultant, Kelly

Megan Eaves, External Afairs Manager, Baltimore Gas & Electric

R. Lorraine Fulton*, Deputy Head of School, Springdale Preparatory School

Amy Giannakoulias*, Owner, Trembling Giant Marketing

Russell J. Grimes*, President and CEO, Carroll Bancorp, Inc.

Virginia Harrison*, Owner, Dressing by Virginia

Bernard (Bernie) Jones, Sr.*, Engineer, BAE Systems

Robin Kable*, President, Wakefeld Farm

Janice Kirkner, Realtor, Long & Foster

Radhika Kuna, Cardiologist, Carroll Health Group

Laura McCoy*, External Afairs Manager, Baltimore Gas & Electric

Emily Bollinger Miller*, Treasurer/Secretary, Barnes Bollinger Insurance

Seth Shipley, Owner, Shipley’s Fine Jewelry

Margaret Welliver*, HR Director, Shelter Systems

* Current Board of Directors

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