Special to Iredell Free News

The following Mitchell employees were honored at the College’s Fall 2021 kickoff assembly on Friday, August 6:

5 Years of Service

♦ Pam Barkley, Paula Guiton, Wayne James, Amanda Rhea, Beverly Rufty, Brian Stevenson

10 Years of Service

♦ Adam Atwell, John Barkley, Melanie Bebler, T’Sha Harrison, Jason Hollar, Ben Pressley, Jasper Wagoner, Mark West

15 Years of Service

♦ Erin Dubea, Emily Weddington, Chris Yockey

20 Years of Service

♦ Tia Coleman, Mamie Houston, Lisa Taylor

30 Years of Service

♦ Donna Arnett

R.D. Grier Excellence in Education

♦ Kellie Kerley (Faculty); Diane Fisher (Adjunct Faculty); Jesus Gomez (Professional Staff); Jennie Kennison (Support Staff); and Brian Stevenson (Facilities Staff)

In 1986, the Fanjoy family established the R.D. Grier Excellence in Education Award in honor of R. D. Grier’s devotion and contribution to the longevity of Mitchell Community College. Mr. Grier, before his death in 1993 at the age of 104, tirelessly served for many years as a charter member and chair of the Mitchell College Foundation. Earnings from the Grier Excellence in Education Endowment, with support from the Board of Trustees, make it possible for the College to honor outstanding members of its staff each year for exemplary service in the categories of Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Professional Staff, Support Staff, and Facilities Staff.

About Mitchell Community College

Mitchell Community College serves 9,000 students annually through a variety of curriculum, continuing education and workforce development programs. With campuses in Statesville and Mooresville, Mitchell offers quality, affordable education options to residents of Iredell County and the surrounding area. For more information, visit www.mitchellcc.edu or call (704) 878-3200 (Statesville Campus) or (704) 663-1923 (Mooresville Campus).