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Diana’s really not threatening her well-wishers. She was about to cut her cake and got into telling a story. The image of her talking with her hands and holding a huge knife was too good to not capture…

Elizabeth Birch, former head of the Human Rights Campaign, debating Robert Knight at UNCG. The topic was gay marriage. They both were excellent debaters, and, had Knight a position capable of rational defense, the debate would easily have been called a draw. However, Birch trounced Knight with her debating skills and the fundamental truth of her position. She concluded her remarks with a quote, “”I have one great fear in my heart, that one day when they are turned to loving, they will find we are turned to hating”” from the book, “Cry the Beloved Country” by Alan Paton. I’m glad I attended the event, my first political debate.

• Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami, FL; Grand Cayman; Jamaica) - 2004
• San Francisco, FL - 1993
• New York, NY - 1987
• Boca Raton & Fort Lauderdale, FL - 1996, 1999, 2002
• Key West, FL - 1994
• Washington, D.C. - 1984
• Harper’s Ferry, WV - 1999, 2004
• Albuquerque, NM - 1979, 2004
• Chicago, IL - 1990, 1992
• Baltimore, MD - 1984, 1999
• Atlanta, GA - 1990, 1991, 1995
• Myrtle Beach, SC - 2004, 2005 (and many times before)
• Bald Head Island, SC - 1990
• Charlotte, Long Beach, Kitty Hawk, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Emerald Isle, Brevard, Asheville (Biltmore House, too!), Atlantic Beach, Durham, Winston Salem, High Point & small towns all over NC - often from 1970 to present
• Disneyland Theme Park, Orlando, FL - 1981
• Carowinds Theme Park, Charlotte, NC - 1992
• King’s Dominion Theme Park, VA - 1982
• Safety Harbor, FL - 2002
• NC Zoological Park - Many times
• Butterfly World in FL - 1996, 2002
• Grandfather Mountain, NC - 2005
• Oregon (Portland to Bandon Dunes with many stops in between) - 2007
• Hawaii
• Canada
• New Zealand
• Alaskan Cruise
• Israel
• Italy
• England
• Holland
• Amsterdam
• Australia
• Universal Studios Park
• Epcot at Disneyland
• Charleston, SC
• Las Vegas, NV
• Provincetown, RI MA (Oops! Thanks, Redhead Gal!)
• Grand Canyon, AZ
• Starr Pass Marriott in Tucson, AZ

• Hang gliding
• High ropes course - Greensboro, NC in 1996
• Landmark Forum - High Point, NC in 1999 - Greensboro, NC in 2007
• Landmark Advanced Course - Atlanta, GA in 2007
• SCUBA diving
• Ride in a submarine
• Skydiving
• Climb a waterfall - Dunns River Falls, Jamaica in 2004
• Horseback riding
• Snow skiing
• Snorkling - Stingray City, Grand Cayman in 2004
• Parasailing - Key West, FL in 1994
• Ride the “Vomit Comet” Zero-G flight
• Space flight
• Tour the White House - On the lawn when Reagan met with Chinese President - 1984
• Visit the Pentagon - Actually got to go into the office of Casper Weinberger, the (then) Defense Secretary - 1984
• Visit World Trade Center - Ate in Windows on the World, the restaurant at the top of 1 WTC - 1987
• Ride in a hot air balloon - Rode in “Zeus” in the Burlington, NC Balloon Festival - 1983
• Ride in a helicopter - Myrtle Beach - 1979
• Jungle canopy zip lines
• Ride a motorcycle - First ride in December 2005
• Drive a race car
• Ride a train
• Paintball
• Ride a jet ski
• Fly a glider
• Shoot a handgun - Indoor gun range in Greensboro - 2005
• See the Aurora Borealis
• Meet Alex Haley, author of Roots - Graham High School - 1978
• Work in a nightclub - Babylon in Greensboro - 1997-2000
• Attend a SciFi convention
• Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity - Helped build one house and “de-construct” another - 2002-2003
• Help in a homeless shelter - Granny and I helped prepare and serve Christmas dinner at local soup kitchen - 1997
• Join a choir - Burlington Boys Choir - 1977-1979
• Join an adult choir
• Start a business - 2004
• Live in a downtown apartment - 1991-1993
• Live in a house on a golf course - 1993-1994
• Live in a highrise
• Be an extra in a movie - Hellraiser III, filmed in the Piedmont Triad of NC in 1991 or early 1992
• Attend a Presidential election campaign event - September 7, 2004 - John Kerry Town Hall Meeting in Greensboro
• Tina Turner in concert
• Elton John in concert
• Rod Stewart in concert
• Huey Lewis & The News in concert
• Sting in concert
• Melissa Etheridge in concert
• Neil Diamond in concert
• Bette Midler in concert
• Cher in concert
• Lionel Ritchie in concert
• The Nylons in concert
• Curtis Stigers in concert
• Attend a film festival
• Photo safari in North American deserts during spring when wildflowers are blooming
• Climb to the top of a remote mountain
• Paragliding
• Bike the Virginia Creeper Trail
• Flat water kayaking - Murrells Inlet, S.C. May 28, 2006

These courses are offered by GTCC:

PED 111 Physical Fitness I 0 3 0 1
This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
(Offered Fall, Spring, Summer semester)

PED 117 Weight Training I 0 3 0 1
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

PED 122 Yoga I 0 2 0 1
This course introduces the basic discipline of yoga. Topics include proper breathing, relaxation techniques, and correct body positions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the procedures of yoga. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Pre-requisite:PED 121.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

PED 175 Horseback Riding I 0 2 0 1
This course introduces beginning and non-riders to recreational horseback riding. Topics include riding skills, equipment, handling of horses, mounting, care of the horse, and coordinated horse-rider balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate riding, safety, and horse management skills. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

ACC 115 College Accounting 3 2 0 4
This course introduces basic accounting principles for a business. Topics include the complete accounting cycle with end-of-period statements, bank reconciliation, payrolls, and petty cash. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of accounting principles and apply those skills to a business organization.
(Offered Fall, Spring, Summer)

ACC 120 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 2 0 4
This course introduces business decision-making accounting information systems. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, summarizing, reporting, and interpreting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare financial statements, understand the role of financial information in decision-making and address ethical considerations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
(Offered Fall, Spring, Summer semester)

AST 111 Descriptive Astronomy 3 0 0 3
This course introduces an overall view of modern astronomy. Topics include an overview of the solar system, the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Co-requisite: AST 111A.

AST 111A Descriptive Astronomy Lab 0 2 0 1
This course is a laboratory to accompany AST 111. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 111 and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Co-requisite: AST 111.

BIO 165 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 3 0 4
This course is the first of a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. BIO 165 and BIO 166 should be completed in the same college to receive transfer credit. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
Pre-requisites: Satisfactory reading placement score or a grade of C or better in RED 090.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

BIO 166 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 3 0 4
This course is the second in a two-course sequence which provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the structure, function, and interrelationship of organ systems with emphasis on the processes which maintain homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and the interrelationships of all body systems. BIO 165 and BIO 166 should be completed in the same college to receive transfer credit. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
Pre-requisite: BIO 165.
(Offered Spring, Summer semester)

BUS 115 Business Law I 3 0 0 3
This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of business. Emphasis is placed on contracts, negotiable instruments, Uniform Commercial Code, and the working of the court systems. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
(Offered Summer semester)

BUS 280 REALSmall Business 4 0 0 4
This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedure for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students should be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding.
(Offered Spring semester)

CAR 111 Carpentry I 3 15 0 8
This course introduces the theory and construction methods associated with the building industry, including framing, materials, tools, and equipment. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, site preparation, measurement and layout, footings and foundations, construction framing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely lay out and perform basic framing skills with supervision. This is a diploma-level course.

CJC 131 Criminal Law 3 0 0 3
This course covers the history/evolution/principles and contemporary applications of criminal law. Topics include sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify, interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes/elements.

CJC 211 Counseling 3 0 0 3
This course introduces the basic elements of counseling and specific techniques applicable to the criminal justice setting. Topics include observation, listening, recording, interviewing, and problem exploration necessary to form effective helping relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and demonstrate the basic techniques of counseling.

CJC 213 Substance Abuse 3 0 0 3
This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the history and classifications of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities.

CUL 140 Basic Culinary Skills 2 6 0 5
This course introduces the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic cookery. Emphasis is placed on recipe conversion, measurements, terminology, knife skills, safe food handling, cooking methods, flavorings, seasonings, stocks/sauces/soups, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit the basic cooking skills used in the food service industry.
Pre-requisites: Satisfactory scores on the Reading, English and Math Placement Tests.
Co- requisites: CUL 110 and CUL 110A.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

CUL 160 Baking I 1 4 0 3
This course covers basic ingredients, weights and measures, baking terminology, and formula calculations. Topics include yeast-raised products, quick breads, pastry dough, various cakes and cookies, and appropriate filling and finishing techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and evaluate baked products.
Pre-requisites: Satisfactory scores on the Reading, English and Math Placement Tests.
Co- requisites: CUL 110 and CUL 110A.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

GEL 111 Introductory Geology 3 2 0 4
This course introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic geological processes that shape the earth. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
(Offered Fall, Spring semester)

GRA 151 Computer Graphics I 1 3 0 2
This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental design and production tool.
Co-Enrollment: GRA 161.
(Offered Fall semester)

GRA 161 Computer Graphics Applications I 0 3 0 1
This course is designed to provide additional hands-on training using computer software and hardware for production and design in graphic arts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing various computer software and hardware to produce simple graphic arts projects. Upon completion, students should be able to use the computer as a graphic arts production tool.
Co-Enrollment: GRA 151.
(Offered Fall semester)

HOR 160 Plant Materials I 2 2 0 3
This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature,
identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant
materials.

HSE 110 Introduction to Human Services 2 2 0 3
This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker.
(Offered Fall Semester)

ITN 110 Introduction to Web Graphics 2 2 0 3
This course is the first of two courses covering the creation of web graphics, addressing problems peculiar to WWW display using appropriate software. Topics include web graphics file types, type conversion, RGB color, the browser-safe palette, elementary special effects, image maps, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics such as banners, buttons, backgrounds, and other graphics for Web pages.
(Offered Fall semester)

LEO 160 Electro Optics & Lasers 1 2 0 2
This course introduces laser and optics safety and operation. Emphasis is placed on properties of light, basic operations, power supplies, cables, connections, communications circuits, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic understanding of basic materials and operation of system.
(Offered Spring semester)

LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal Study 2 0 0 2
This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system. Topics include regulations and concepts, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, certification, professional organizations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of the paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of legal assistants.
Prerequisite:Satisfactory placement and/or successful completion of RED 090, ENG090.
(Offered Fall semester)

LEX 150 Commercial Law I 2 2 0 3
This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and understand the role of commercial paper.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite:LEX 110.
(Offered Spring semester)

LSG 123 Summer Gardening Lab 0 6 0 2
This course provides basic hands-on experience in summer gardening techniques. Emphasis is placed on pruning,irrigation, planting, fertilizing, pest control, equipment operation, turf maintenance, landscape construction, and maintaining fruits and vegetables. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various techniques essential to maintaining the summer landscape.

MAC 111 Machining Technology I 2 12 0 6
This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.
Co-requisite: MAC 114 and BPR 111.

MAC 121 Introduction to CNC 2 0 0 2
This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage.
Pre-requisite: BPR 111 or equivalent competency.

MHA 155 Psychological Assessment 3 0 0 3
This course covers psychological assessment. Emphasis is placed on different types of psychological tests. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and understand the purpose of various psychological tests.
Pre-requisites: PSY 150, HSE 125, or with permission of Department Chair.
(Offered Fall Semester)

OST 131 Keyboarding 1 2 0 2
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system.
(Offered Fall, Spring, Summer semester) - Summer 2005

PTA 125 Gross and Functional Anatomy 3 6 0 5
This course provides an in-depth, clinically oriented survey of gross and functional anatomy. Emphasis is placed on musculoskeletal and nervous systems and clinical biomechanics, including goniometry, basic manual muscle testing, and components of normal gait. Upon completion, students should be able to identify specific anatomical structures and describe, observe, and measure musculoskeletal posture and function.
Pre-requisite: Enrollment in the Physical Therapist Assistant program.
(Offered Fall semester)

SAB 110 Substance Abuse Overview 3 0 0 3
This course provides an overview of the core concepts in substance abuse and dependence. Topics include the history of drug use/abuse, effects on societal members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the etiology of drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and treatment.
(Offered Fall semester)

SUR 110 Introduction to Surgical Technology 3 0 0 3
This course provides a comprehensive study of the operative environment, professional roles, moral/legal/ethical responsibilities, and medical communication techniques used in surgical technology. Topics include historical development, professional behaviors, medical terminology, interdependent/peer/relationships, operating room environment/safety, pharmacology, anesthesia, incision sites, and physiology of wound healing. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the operative environment.
Pre-requisite: Enrollment in the Surgical Technology or Central Sterile Processing programs.
Co-requisite: SUR 111.

SUR 111 Perioperative Patient Care 5 6 0 7
This course provides theoretical knowledge for the application of essential operative skills during the perioperative phase. Topics include surgical asepsis, sterilization/disinfection, and perioperative patient care . Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles and practices of aseptic technique, sterile attire, basic case preparation, and other relevant skills.
Pre-requisite: Enrollment in the Surgical Technology program.
Co-requisite: SUR 110.

TRF 152 Landscape Maintenance 2 2 0 3
This course introduces the tasks of landscape maintenance. Emphasis is placed on lawns, shrubs, trees, flowers, and ground covers. Upon completion, students should be able to maintain a landscape area on a year-round schedule.