CPCC’s Institute for Entrepreneurship to Host Workshop on “Biotechnology for the Non-Scientist
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Mar 27, 2009 11:01 AM
WHAT: North Carolina ranks #3 as a national leader in the biotechnology field, but what does that signify for communities across the state? Better yet, what does the term “biotech” mean? Find out the answer to these questions, and others, at the Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) Institute for Entrepreneurship’s Workshop on “Biotechnology for the Non-Scientist.”
Paul Knott, a curricula coordinator with the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) BioNetwork, will introduce you to the science behind the industry; describe biotech-related products, businesses and jobs; and conclude with a discussion of how these all fit together for the future of Mecklenburg County and the surrounding Charlotte Metro area.
Learn how biotechnology is relevant to your business, community and life. Register today!
WHEN: Friday, April 17; 1 -3 p.m.
WHERE: CPCC-Central Campus, Hall Professional Development Building, Room 215, 1201 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, 28235
WHERE: CPCC-Central Campus, Hall Professional Development Building, Room 215, 1201 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, 28235
CONTACT: The event is free and open to the public. To pre-register, please contact Customer Service at 704.330.4223. The workshop code is SBX-8000-501. Free parking is available in the student parking deck, located at the corner of Charlottetowne Ave. and East 4th St.
Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering close to 300 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
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This release prepared by Renee Hode, 704.330.6832. An archive of CPCC news releases is at http://www.cpcc.edu/college-news.
