Dr. Jim Burnett Awarded President Emeritus Status

Morganton, NC – Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) recently presented Emeritus President status to former president Dr. Jim Burnett to honor his 41 years of service to WPCC including the last eight years as the College’s president. Emeritus Status is an honorary designation for retired persons who have rendered exemplary service to the College as a member of the faculty or staff. Emeritus Status is conferred by the Trustees on the recommendation of the President of the College. In the 50 years in the life of the College, only 17 individuals have been presented this esteemed award.

In honor of Dr. Burnett’s service and continued commitment to Western Piedmont Community College, the Jim Burnett Endowed Scholarship Fund has been established to help provide professional development opportunities for employees at WPCC.  These funds will be used to enhance the skills, programs and services provided by College employees to students.  Donations to this fund may be made online by visiting wpcc.edu/foundation.

Western Piedmont Community College is situated in the picturesque rolling foothills of Morganton, North Carolina, and has served the citizens of Burke County since 1964.  Each year, more than 10,700 students pursue personal enrichment, new skills for a job or career, high school diplomas, college degrees, and transfer pathways. Registration for the Fall semester’s B Term classes will be held on Thursday, Oct. 16 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. on the college campus at 1001 Burkemont Avenue. Applications for admission must be submitted by Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 at 7 p.m. The College’s B Term classes begin on Friday, Oct. 17. Apply online or visit the Western Piedmont campus to apply in person.