Interpreting Ed Students Host Cherokee Speaker

Morganton, NC – Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) Interpreting Education students recently hosted guest speaker Charles Crowe of Morganton as he presented an informational and anecdotal lecture to the Interpreting Education students. The topic of Crowe’s presentation was “My Heritage as a Deaf Cherokee Indian.” Shown are (l-r) Charles Crowe along with Jaime Marshall-Staley, instructor, and students Dara Fox, Brittney Peidl-Murphy, Danielle Tancora, Lisa Powell, Sierra Kimberlin, Alyssa Wynn, David Yarbrough, and Emily Hayworth. Items in the foreground were all hand-made by members of Crowe’s family.

WPCC offers an Associate in Applied Science degree in Interpreter Education, a curriculum that prepares individuals to work as entry-level Sign Language Interpreters who will provide communication access in interview and interactive settings. In addition, this curriculum provides in-service training for working interpreters who want to upgrade their skills. To learn more about the Interpreter Education program, contact Danette Steelman-Bridges at (828) 448-6028 or dsbridges@wpcc.edu.

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. To apply for curriculum classes, select Apply Now or visit the Western Piedmont campus to apply in person.