Deborah Miller Allison

Health & Physical Education
Department Chair

Deborah (d-Alli) started her professional career over 35 years ago, including teaching/coaching at North Carolina Wesleyan College before accepting the position at GTCC to start the Wellness/PE program for the college transfer degree students in 1983. GTCC's Health/PE Department is located inside the Ragsdale YMCA on the Jamestown campus.

The PE Department partners with fitness clubs, community facilities and the YMCA to offer excellent PE, health, sports and wellness education programs throughout Guilford county. Debbie said, "what a privilege to work with such professional and caring colleagues to help our students achieve their wellness goals.

She started as a local Andrews High School 'Red Raider', became a Mars Hill College 'Lion', then an East Carolina 'Pirate' while coaching NC Wesleyan 'Battling Bishops' before becoming a GTCC 'Titan'!

Kimberly G. Cannon

BS, CMA (AAMA)
Department Chair

I have been a CMA since 1975 and have loved every minute of this growing field.  I have worked in family practice and OB/GYN and have taught in the medical assisting curriculum for almost 20 years.  If you love what you do then it never becomes "work" and this is what I love about my career.  I have been at GTCC as the Medical Assisting Department chair for 15 years and still get a rush when I enter the classroom.

Pamela Coldwell

Assoc Prof
Department Chair

Math Instructor

Coldwell has a BS and MS from the University of Southern Maine.  This is her 40th year of teaching. Her experience includes over 29 years in high school teaching special needs math and science as well as curriculum math. This is her 11th year of teaching at GTCC. She also oversees the Math Lab in the Applied Technology building.

Jerry Cummings

Equipment and Transport Technology Program
Department Chair

Jerry Cummings is Department Chair of The Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology Program at GTCC.  He is an ASE Master Certified Technician. Jerry is a native of  Conway, South Carolina. He and his family moved to North Carolina in 1980.  He came to GTCC to implement the Diesel program in January of 1981. He began his career at GTCC as the first instructor of the Diesel program. Jerry had previous experience as a diesel technician for eighteen years. He has developed this program into a role model for other community colleges statewide.  For the past 30 years, Jerry has developed excellent working relationships with the trucking industry in the area by providing well trained technicians. His relationship with these companies has been such that they donate equipment and training aids often. Through these donations Jerry can continue to make sure the Heavy Equipment and Transport Program offers the most qualified technicians possible.

Jeff Faircloth

Automotive Systems Technology
Department Chair
Full-time instructor

My teaching career started when I became an automotive high school teacher in 1978, and left that position in 1993. After working in the private sector for a couple of years, I came to GTCC in August of 1995. I started out as a full-time instructor in the general automotive program, and then in 2000 I moved over to the GM ASEP program.  Approximately 5 years ago, I took over as the chairman of the automotive department. Our department has gone through some changes as well as tremendous growth since I came here almost 16 years ago.  We offer three different training programs, with an associate's degree, in the Automotive System Technology Department-General Automotive, GM ASEP, and Ford ASSET.  We also offer our first-year General Automotive classes in the evening, along with a one-year certificate option day or night.  In the Automotive Department, along with six full-time and one part-time instructor, we are proud to offer an excellent training opportunity to those individuals that are interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry. School Advisor for SkillsUSA.

Audrey Floyd

Department Chair

I started flying when I was 15 and, before going to college, had obtained my commercial pilot certificate as well as my CFI and CFII certificates. I went to college at Auburn University and graduated with a BS in aerospace engineering.  While I was at Auburn, I was a member of the flying team, competing as part of the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region IX. I had an Air Force ROTC scholarship, but to earn money for other items of importance, such as food, I did flight instruction and dropped parachute jumpers. I also became part owner in a twin Commanche, obtained my MEI certificate, and accrued approximately 850 hours.

After graduating from Auburn, I went to Air Force pilot training at Vance AFB, OK, then moved down the road to Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City. I flew the E-3 (AWACS) for 8 years, deploying many times to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Turkey, and Panama. I became an aircraft commander, in charge of a crew of 25-35 people and was upgraded to instructor and evaluator pilot in the E-3. I flew over 2600 hours, including both combat and combat support time.  While in the Air Force, I was also the squadron safety officer and attended the Air Force school on conducting accident investigations.  Shortly after graduating, I was called to be the investigating officer for a U-2 accident at Osan Air Base in South Korea.

After leaving the Air Force, I taught physics in Davidson County for five years and obtained a Masters of Education degree from UNCG.

Deborah "Debbie" Fondow

Healthcare and Office Administration
Department Chair

Debbie has been an instructor at GTCC since 2004, and department chair since 2009. While only at GTCC for 7 years, she has been teaching for 14 years. Before teaching at GTCC, Debbie taught in middle school, high school, and in continuing education. Debbie truly believes her "calling" in life is to teach. She further believes that educating and training people for the workforce is the key to making individuals happy, successful, productive members of society.

At GTCC, Debbie fulfills her passion for teaching by leading the Healthcare and Office Administration Department in preparing individuals for various careers in healthcare administration and office administration.

Debbie is happily married to Jonathan, and mom to Elizabeth, 11 and Ansley, 8.

Dr. Richard Foster

Dental hygiene and Dental Assisting Programs
Dental Director

Dr. Foster teaches in both the dental hygiene and dental assisting programs at GTCC. The primary courses that Dr. Foster teaches are Orofacial Anatomy, Oral Pathology and Dental Sciences. He received his undergraduate chemistry degree in 1981 from East Carolina University and his dental degree from the University of Florida, School of Dentistry in 1985. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Foster worked in public health for 6 years, while also serving as a part-time faculty member at Indian River Community College in Florida. In 1991, Dr. Foster became a full-time faculty member and Dental Director at Indian River Community College. Dr. Foster has been the Dental Director at GTCC since 1994. He has received recognition for excellence in teaching at GTCC each year from 1994 - 2009, as well as receiving the GTCC Board of Trustees Teaching Innovation Award for 2003.

Eric Holloman

Criminal Justice Department
Department Chair

Eric Holloman is the Department Chair of the Criminal Justice Department at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC).  He is in charge of the Criminal Justice Technology program, the law enforcement side of the Cyber Crime Technology program, the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program, and law enforcement continuing education (ConEd) training,.  He has been a sworn law enforcement officer for approximately nineteen years, still serving as a reserve officer.  Eric has completed over 3,200 hours of law enforcement related training, including several instructor certifications.  He is still actively involved in training law enforcement professionals throughout the United States.

Joseph Jeffers

Physical Therapist
Department Chair

Joey received a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas in 1987. He received a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary in 1994. He received a doctorate in physical therapy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2007.

Joey worked as a physical therapist at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas, Texas from 1987 to 1994. He worked at the Winston-Salem Healthcare Center from 1994 to 1998. He practiced physical therapy at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center from 2001 to 2008. He now practices home health physical therapy with Home Health Professionals in Winston-Salem. Joey became the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education for the PTA Program in 1998 and he became director in 2000.

Joey lives in Winston-Salem with his wife, Amy, and their four children- Charis, Josiah, Faith, and Ruth.

Cindy Kiger

Engineering Technology and Telecommunications and Network Engineering Technology
Department Chair for Electronics

I attended Nash Community College, UNC-Charlotte, and ECU. I have been at GTCC for 6 six years.  Before coming here I taught electronics at Nash Community College in Rocky Mount, NC. I have two dogs, who help me garden. I love to read and I spend many hours at Smith Mountain Lake during the summer.

Kevin Lee

Computer Technologies
Department Chair

He has served as a faculty member at GTCC since 2001, and began his tenure as Department Chair in 2008.  In addition to an Associate in Applied Science in Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, and Masters of Science in Information Systems, he is currently pursuing his Doctoral Degree in Education with an emphasis in Higher Education Leadership.  Prior to joining GTCC, Kevin work as a Database Developer, Database Administrator, and Database Architect with companies such as Moen, Inc., Oracle Corp., and LifeStyle Furnishings International.

Jeff Little

Entertainment Technology
Creative and Performing Arts
Department Chair

Prior to arriving at GTCC Jeff Little worked as an established musician and manager in Nashville TN. His work in the industry included musician, musical director, production manager, tour manager and manager for many national artists. Artist included John Michael Montgomery, Montgomery Gentry, and just prior to joining GTCC he worked at Borman Entertainment Nashville as manager for Keith Urban. In addition Little has been presented RIAA Certified Platinum Records from the above artists for his work on their projects and tours.

In addition to his work in Nashville Little continues to perform as a solo artist at festivals, colleges, and performing arts centers throughout the US. Performances have included, National Public Radio, The Smithsonian Institution, American Piano Masters Series, National Council for the Traditional Arts, Merlefest, The American Folk Festival and the Smithsonian Folk Life Festival. In addition he has taken his music to tour in such countries as Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Oman, and France.

Mr. Little is a graduate of Appalachian State University in Communications / Media with a minor in Business Administration.

Shelly Lutzweiler

Communication & Foreign Language
Department Chair

Although I was born in North Carolina, our family moved to Michigan when I was only two years old (hence my northern accent). I received all my college training in the "Ice box of the Nation," Minnesota. My degrees are in Speech/Communication from Pillsbury College (B.A.), Mankato State University (B.S.), and the University of Minnesota (M.A.). I taught communication classes at a Technical College in Minnesota. After experiencing enough snow and cold for a lifetime, I moved to North Carolina in 1989. I have been teaching communication classes at GTCC since I moved to North Carolina.   I am married with two sons and a Maltese dog (Muffett).

Michelle Martin

Dental Assisting Program

Graduate of the GTCC (formerly Guilford Technical Institute) Dental Assisting Program in 1980 and the Dental Hygiene Program in 1982. Worked for 18 years as a clinical dental hygienist before returning to GTCC as an adjunct instructor in 1998. Completed a B.S. in Public Health Education in 2002 and an M.Ed. in Adult & Higher Education in 2011.  In 2000, I became a full-time faculty member and department chair in 2009. My professional interests include the North Carolina Dental Hygiene Academy for Advanced Studies, Chi Chi Sigma Dental Hygiene Honor Society and the Guilford Dental Access Coalition Program.

Mark McGroary

Human Services Technology Department , Human Services and Public Safety
Department Chair for the Division

My work experience includes approximately nine years as an officer in the Air Force, ten years as a human resources, personnel, and training  manager in the corporate environment, and almost 20 years as a mental health and substance abuse therapist.  I am happily married with three children and four grandchildren.  I enjoy my very amateur level of playing the guitar, ditto playing golf, and reading.  Teaching at GTCC is the highlight of my career and I am very grateful to be at GTCC.

Steve Patton

Architectural Technology
Department Chair

HVAC technology and Turf Grass Management Technology
Department Chair

Before coming on board full time at GTCC I was in private practice and taught parttime for Catawba Valley Technical Community College and GTCC.

I am a registered architect in North Carolina and have completed projects in Colorado, Missouri, as well as my home state NC.  My first bachelors degree is in Business Administration from UNC-CH.  My second bachelors degree is in Environmental Design in Architecture from NCSU.  My professional degree is a Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado at Denver.

My current professional goals are to bring Sustainable Design concepts to all of the programs I manage and to continue my personal studies learning several of the different BIM (Building Information Modeling) applications for use in the courses I teach.

Katherine Phillips

Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Programs
Department Chair

Nursing Assistant Certificate Program
Department Chair

My nursing career started 35 years ago and includes clinical experience in medical surgical and critical care nursing in a variety of hospitals across the country.  I began teaching in 1986 in Virginia.  When my family relocated to North Carolina in 1995, I accepted a teaching position at GTCC.  In 2002, I assumed the Department Chair position.  Since that time, our department has doubled in size, added programs, and moved into a state of the art health education facility.  The nursing faculty and I are proud to offer excellent nursing education as we partner with community agencies to promote health and wellness of the citizens of our region, across the state, and even across the country.  It is our privilege to help students accomplish their goal of attaining a nursing certificate, diploma, or degree.

Samuel Richardson III

Paralegal Department
Department Chair

Upon graduating from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a Morehead Scholar, Samuel accepted a commission as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. He spent several years on active duty working with various commands in unique locations.

Samuel earned his juris doctorate from the George Washington School of Law located in Washington, DC. While in law school, he completed internships with The Fair Housing Council of Northern Virginia, the law firm of Venable LLP, and the Fairfax County Circuit Court of Virginia. After graduating, he clerked for Judge A. Franklin Burgess, Jr. on the District of Columbia Superior Court before returning to North Carolina and joining the law firm of Tuggle Duggins and Meschan, P.A. located in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Outside of GTCC, Samuel spends time with his wife, Kathy, and their three daughters. He holds board positions with The Greensboro Montessori School and Daystar Christian Church. He also provides pro bono services to the Women's Resources Center and many other organizations in Greensboro and Oak Ridge, North Carolina.

Thomas Roever

Construction Management Technologies
Department Chair

Thomas Roever has been in construction for over 35 years. He specializes in new residential construction and remodeling. He has a General Contractor's license under GHG Construction and an degree in Construction Management Technologies. He has been working at GTCC for the last 15 years.

Hamid Shirzadi

Physical Sciences
Department Chair

Chemistry Instructor

Received a B.S degree in Chemistry in 1981 from UNC at Greensboro. M.S degree in chemistry was received form N.C A&T State University in 1984.

Joined GTCC in 1984 as an adjunct faculty and was hired full-time to teach chemistry in Physical Sciences Department in August 1992.  Worked for 17 years as a chemist for Hoffman La Roach, Laboratory Cooperation of America, and Magellan Laboratories. A member of American Chemical Society since 1992.

Lynda F. Snider, CDA, B.S.

Dental Assisting Program
Department Chair

I hold a BS degree in Community Health Education from UNC-G and have many years of experience in private dental practice prior to starting my teaching career. My teaching specialties include dental radiography, dental health education and clinical practice. The relationship that I have developed and sustained with students over the years has been and continues to be the most rewarding part of my job.

Tonya Welch

Pharmacy Program
Department Chair

I was born in High Point, NC and grew up in Kernersville, NC. I started as a Pharmacy Technician for Kmart Pharmacy in 1991 while I was still in High School. In 1993, I began college at UNC Chapel Hill.  I returned to High Point and was employed by Walmart Pharmacy before taking a job at High Point Regional Hospital. I was employed at High Point Regional until 2005 when I left to begin teaching at GTCC.

I have been married to Derrick Welch since May 1998 and we have a daughter, Savannah and a son, Hunter. Derrick works for the Department of Transportation at the Sandy Camp location and has been there for over 10 years.

I was awarded the Excellence in Teaching Award at GTCC for the 2006-2007 school year and have received the Honor Roll for that same award each school year since. I have been a Certified Pharmacy Technician since 1997. I was awarded the distinct honor of being a part of Phi Theta Kappa in 2010.
My family and I have participated in many community service events in and around High Point. I also give opportunities throughout the year for students to be involved in community service events as a part of their curriculum at the college. I believe that it is very important to give back.

Morris "Boz" Boswell

Department Chair for the Cosmetology Program
Assistant Professor

President : NCCCCIA  -NC Community College Cosmetology Instructors Association

Member of The NC State Board Cosmetic Arts Examiners - Appointed by Governor Beverly Perdue