Catawba Valley Technical Institute - Catvatechi Yearbook (Hickory, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1968 volume:

CVTI’S PERSONALITY CATAWBA VALLEY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Hickory, North Carolina All-America City 1968 Volume V PERSONALITY Activities Features 3 Copy Editor: Judy Loveland Business Advisor - Hilda Brittain Editorial Advisor - Anne Huffman It is evident that the students of CVTI are hard at work as Terry Herman checks out a book from Mr. Cooke. The Hickory National Guard Armory is the setting for the Christmas Dance and Student Council members Regina Payne, Ann Lawter, Don Story, and Larry Leonhardt are hard at work on decorations. Caught in the act of daydreaming David Smith thinks of some hard test questions over a cup of coffee. Dirty bluejeans and ragged tennis shoes are both a Larry Leonhardt and Don Story campaign hard to be elected to the student part of CVTI’s Personality. council. Absorbed in their drafting work, Instructor Dario Santi and Takashi Ono work out drafting problems in an intelligent manner. Larry Morrison studies the rules and regulations of parking at CVT1. Mr. Bishop shows his willingness to help as he helps decorate for the Christmas Dance. Larry Pope sprays Don Story with crazy foam to show the student body what he will go through to get elected to student council. Cvti’s “Personality” is a reflection of worn notebooks, turned-down pages in texts, pools of activity in the student center, crowds around the juke box, and quiet couples holding hands. It is a re- flection of our own which pictures us striving for a better education while liv- ing our lives to the fullest. It is obvious what is on Barry Spencer’s mind. ■8 edicated to . . . It is with much gratitude that we offer this small token of our appreciation to a person that deserves recognition. After graduating from Balls Creek High School, she entered Lenoir Rhyne College in 1951. In 1953 she re- ceived the A.B. Degree in Journalism from the Univer- sity of North Carolina. She has also attended Trinity College (Hartford, Connecticutt), Colorado State University, and Appa- lachian State University. Social activities include membership in the Altrusa Club, Hickory Business and Professional Women’s As- sociation, The American Association of University Women, Hickory Junior Woman’s Club, and the North Carolina Women’s Association. Some of her hobbies include painting, sewing, reading, classical music, bridge, and stamp collecting. Prior to teaching at C.V.T.I. she has worked in the advertising department of an insurance company and as a reporter and woman’s editor for the Hickory Daily Record. Although she has been very active in civic organi- zations, we especially want to recognize her for what she has done for C.V.T.I. Besides being an excellent English instructor, she finds time to be advisor to both the annual and newspaper staffs. In honor of a person who takes a personal interest in every student she teaches, and who is more than a dedicated instructor but is also a patient, warm-hearted individual with many outstanding qualities, we, the members of the Catvatechi Staff, wish to express our deepest thanks and appreciation for the time, effort, and dedication that she has shown us. We, the Catva- techi Staff of 1968, dedicate this annual to Miss Anne Huffman. As she gives a lecture to her class, Miss Huffman poses a very serious glance. ANNK HUM-MAN In a relaxing position, Miss Huffman takes a break from teach- ing. Miss Huffman enjoys the atmosphere of the student center as well as her lunch. 7 Craven Sumcrcll reveals much dedication to his job as he tries to help John Poropatic with a problem. Linda Lytton shows her promptness and efficiency as receptionist for the school as she takes a call. ADMINISTRATION Many facets go into the making of a strong foundation for CVTI. One of these is our ad- ministration. Without the performance of this school’s administrative staff, it would be impossible for CVTI to carry out its day- to-day activities necessary for a smooth op- erating institute. Our administration serves as the backbone for all future actions. With the administration lies the job of beginning and supporting all school functions. Putting their heads together Donna Bell, Larry Penley, and Sue Ward run an efficient office. The student is the most important object of our school and Dan Ballard and Bruce Bishop display their dedi- cation to the student by helping Darrell Sigmon with a problem. 8 Administration Editor: Ruth Ward, Ann Propst Being business manager at C.V.T.I. is an un- ending job as Mr. Jameson shows here. Mr. Linebcrgcr, Director of the Evening Pro- gram, with the help of Nancy Annis and Cynthia Bandy plan the Night Program bro- chure. 9 ■ 10 SA s Mr. Ballard doesn't know ho to do the Shmgaling. Administration FT Louise Yount and Bruce Bishop discuss recruiting plans lor Calories on top of calorics, this doesn’t bother Mr. Paap. new nurses. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Catawba Valley Technical Institute's Board of Trus- tees consists of Harry Arndt, Chairman. Catawba Count}’ School Superintendent: Adrian Shuford. Vice- Chairman. Jackson Buff Corporation; Hubert Gilbert. Catawba Hosiery Mill; Ralph Bowman, Hickory Chair Company: Dr. James Price, Dentist; Charles Grow, G H Hosiery Company; Ben Brooks. U. S. Post Office: John H. Weatherly, U. S. Department of Agriculture: Frank M. Little, Phillip Fascue. Incorporated: Jay’ F. Wlfoog, Poutayman; Brevard G. Blown,Standard Reg- ister Company: Walker Geimer. First National Bank; Robert E. Paap. President. Catawba Valley Technical institute. tt A WINNING PRESIDENT Mr. Paap, our president at CVTI, reflects the per- sonality of our school, as well as his own, with his friendly attitude and winning smile to his secretary, Jeannean Herman. Although his schedule is very full, he takes time to talk with the students. It is not un- usual to see Mr. Paap join a group of students in the Student Center for lunch or a moment of relaxation. A native of Nebraska, Mr. Paap attended high school at Otoe Public Schools. He received his BA Degree from Peru State Teachers College, received his Masters Degree at Colorado State University, and did graduate work at N. C. State and the University of Michigan. From August, 1956, to March, 1960, he was As- sistant Director of Trade and Technical Education and Supervisory of Practical Arts at Port Huron Public Schools at Port Huron, Michigan. From April, 1960, to present, he has served as Director and President of CVT1. Mr. Paap belongs to American Society of Training Directors, American Vocational Association, American Association of Junior Colleges, National Educational Association, Hickory Rotary Club, Catawba Valley Executives Club, and Catawba Valley Hosiery Club. Mr. Paap and his family are members of First Metho- dist Church in Hickory where he is very active, being the President of the Adult Bible Class. ROBERT E. PAAP Mr. Paap calls a faculty meeting to discuss plans for the new furniture lab at CVT1. 13 COORDINATOR OF INSTRUCTION CRAVEN H.SUMERELL The objective and responsibility of this position is to develop, coordinate, promote and administer the instructional program as it applies to technical, vocational, extension and adult education at CVTI. Craven Sumerell accepts the challenge of co-ordinator with unexcelled zest. His personality, coupled with enthusiasm to deal with responsibility, sets a precedent for CVTl’s personality. Perfect office setting is demonstrated by Mr. Summerall and Donna Bell. DONNA BELL Secretary 14 DIRECTOR OF STUDENT PERSONNEL BRUCE BISHOP Bruce Bishop, Director of Student Personnel, is very popular with the students at CVT1 because it is through him that they are enrolled. Along with the responsibility of student recruitment, he is also in charge of organization and administration of student services, student testing, admissions, research, and public relations. REITA LACKEY Secretary Mr. Bishop and Mrs. Lackey illustrate “team work”. 15 BUSINESS MANAGER As business manager, Mr. Jameson has many respon- sibilities. He is in charge of the preparation of the an- nual budget, ordering supplies and equipment as needed by the Institute, and operating the bookstore. He is al- so in charge of maintenance and janitorial personnel and operation. ELIZABETH ROBINSON Bookkeeper THOMAS JAMESON 16 DIRECTOR EVENING PROGRAMS The responsibilities of the Director of Evening Programs encompasses as major activities coordinating on-campus occupational upgrading evening programs, recruiting and supervising instructional staff, and jurisdiction over physi- cal facilities and grounds during the evening hours. Nancy Annas Secretary Ervin Lineberger Director Mr. Lineberger engaged in “wishful thinking . Cynthia Bandy Part-time Secretary 17 DIRECTOR, ADULT, CONTINUING EDUCATION AND EXTENSION PROGRAM Larry Penley Director Sue Ward Secretary The CVTI Adult Continuing Education Office has the respon- sibility to develop, promote and administer all Adult and Continu- ing Education Programs, both on and off the CVTI campus. It is also responsible for developing and promoting Extension Programs from the various colleges and universities on the campus of CVTI when appropiate. The Adult Office also serves as the campus news bureau, and all news concerning faculty, staff, and students is written and released to the news medias through this office—about four hours each day is devoted to public relations work for CVTI. Much of the campus photography is done by the Adult office. Mr. Pcnlcy is in one of his more informal poses. 18 STUDENT PERSONNEL Larry Isenhour Registrar Eager Christmas spirit is displayed by Judy Walls. Daniel Ballard Guidance Counselor Judy Walls Secretary 19 DIRECTOR LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER The staff of the Learning Resource Center is continously looking for ways to improve its services in related areas of the library, audio- visual media, and the learning laboratory. The Center operates under the motto, “Why say, ‘I can’t’; say ‘I’ll try’.” Harry L. Cooke Director 20 Carol Hicks Secretary Linda Parker Student Assistant LEARNING RESOURCES PUT TO USE. Carol goes through the daily routine of putting up newspapers. Checking out books is one of the many tasks Mr. Cooke performs. When are they going to get PLAYBOY? 21 LEARNING LABORATORY Margaret Edwards Coordinator “The courses offered are .. This year CVTI added to its many learning opportu- nities, a Learning Laboratory. The lab utilities pro- grammed materials to provide a more comprehensive in- structional program to fit individual needs. In the labora- tory, students are able to study individually at both remedial and supplementary level. Mrs. Edwards with familiar companion, Blackie. 22 CVTI BOOK STORE Pauline Moore purchases a book from Mrs. Smart. Dorothy Smart Cashier ) Mrs. Smart and Mr. Jameson check the merchandise in the bookstore. 23 BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES Ray Hall, Head Business Administration Hilda Brittain Sue Austin Secretarial Secretarial David Smith Secretarial Bernard Gray Traffic Transportation Mr. Hemmings teaches Bob Hester how to wire a control panel. John Hemmings Eugene Pearson Data Processing Business Administration Bobbie Lou Brown Secretarial Mr. Brookshire leans on the rail in relaxing gesture. FACULTY David Rosin Business Administration Roger Brookshire Business Administration Mrs. Triplett takes time to look over papers. C. C. Sherrill Business Administration Peggy Triplett Business Administration AGRICULTURE BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Richard Cobb, Head Agriculture Business James Daniel Agriculture Business ... and this, boys, is a cow ... 26 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES Roy Gull Electronics Ken Ross Furniture Drafting Gay Groves Electronics Tom Robins Mechanical Drafting Daris Santi Otto Blumenstein Architectural Drafting Electronics Working in the lab can be fun but requires concentration. RELATED AREAS Carl Rector, Head Related Subjects Clarence Fox, Jr. Social Science Richard Harwell English Sandra Sweezy English Mr. Fox always finds time to talk with students. Mr. Harwell is caught in one of his serious moods. FACULTY Robert Denton Math “The humor, William, is in finagling the integrand. Gordon Yount Math, Physics Pauline Coble Upholstery Tom Winn Norman Lackey Upholstery Electrical Installation. Maintenance VOCATIONAL Mr. Lackey performs an experiment for his class. Learning to sew is a tedious task Lounging in the upholstery lab at lunch is a favorite past- time of Pauline Coble and her students. 30 Louise Yount John Poropatic George McLeod Nursing Machine Shop Machine Shop Paul Yount Auto Mechanics Mr. McLeod demonstrates operation of a machine. In nursing the girls learn the art of caring for the ill. 31 MAINTENANCE The maintenance staff, under the direction of Mr. Lawhorne, is responsible for maintaining the building and grounds in a clear and orderly man- ner. This also includes maintenance and repair of the utility systems, requisitioning of tools, sup- plies and reporting of major physical damage or breakdown, in order that qualified outside con- tractors may be called in to rectify the situation. 32 Where is George going with the mail?!? Adelc Khinchardt Elmer Ijames Maid Custodian Mr. Jameson and Mr. Lawhome work out problems on maintenance. 33 David Smith instructs Elizabeth Hall, Diane Stroupe. and Virginia Call in the art of secretarial procedures. Greasy hands and complicated parts are both a part of Automotive Mechanics as demonstrated by Paul Yount and George McLeod. CLASSES In the schoolroom where students are gathered, actually begins the first step toward learning, CVTI opens its doors from the early morning hours and closes these same doors late at night. Students walk the hall of CVTI every operating hour and somewhere every week day students sit behind desks with open books and eager minds. The classes here are the “Why” for the existance of CVTI. A willingness for learning by interested stu- dents, plus the enthusiasm shown for teaching by the instructors, creates CVTI’s atmos- phere of further education. With a cheerful smile it is obvious that Louise Yount enjoys her teaching and her own private jokes. Since Drafting is a demanding subject it is impor- tant that Ken Ross observe his students at all times. Student Listings Editor: Violet Teague Veronica Byers Judy Rains Cindy Miller Simms, Stephen Anglcy, work in the electrical installation laboratory. Social scientist, Mr. Fox, is engrossed with his thoughts on the population explosion. Who is the mystery man hiding behind the Mexican Sombrero? 35 CLASS OF 1968 Renee Abernethy Legal Secretarial Connelly Springs Harold Annis Architectural Drafting Hickory Robert Asherbraner Business Administration Hickory John Barger Traffic Transportation Hickory Paul Barkley Accounting Taylorsville Susan Barlow Legal Secretarial Hickory Jerry Baxter Horticulture Cherry ville Gail Beach Accounting Hickory Carolyn Bishop Accounting Hickory Ronald Bolick Furniture Drafting Hickory Ann Bow man Executive Secretarial Newton Mike Brannon Business Administration Newton Eddie Brendel Business Administration Vale James Brown Mechanical Drafting Statesville James Bumgarner Traffic Transportation Taylorsville Bobby Bunton Business Administration Statesville Dennis Burns Architectural Drafting Morganton William Byrd Electronics Hickory Virginia Call Executive Secretarial Conover Steve Canipe Business Administration Hickory Dale Church Business Administration Hudson Barbara Clark Executive Secretarial Newton Marcia Clayton Executive Secretarial Hickory Rita Cloninger Accounting Claremont Charles Cockrell Agriculture Business Stony Point Jeanette Coleman Business Administration Taylorsville Arnold Cook Business Administration Lawndale Walter Cooper Agriculture Business Cherry ville Connie Daniels Executive Secretarial Conover Carolyn Deal Executive Secretarial Newton Clayton Dellinger Traffic Transportation Connelly Springs John Dellinger Agriculture Business Cherryville David Drum Furniture Drafting Hickory “I’m late for class as it is! ’ Halls are always crowded, but students generally manage to get where they are going- eventually. Michael Drum Traffic Transportation Statesville Robert Eckard Furniture Drafting Hickory James Edwards Agriculture Business Bostic Rebecca Elliott Architectural Drafting Denver William Elmore Agriculture Business Lincolnton Eddie Fisher Business Administration Hickory Stephen Gantt Furniture Drafting Conover A1 Grant Electronics Conover Elizabeth Hall Legal Secretarial Hickory James Hamrick Agriculture Business Lincolnton Robert Hallman Traffic Transportation Lincolnton Linda Hathcock Legal Secretarial Hickory 39 James Hawn Traffic Transportation Newton Becky Hefner Executive Secretarial Hickory Terry Herman Architectural Drafting Maiden Alan Hoke Furniture Drafting Statesville Rachel Holland Medical Secretarial Hickory Jimmy Hoyle Business Administration Connelly Springs James Hollar Furniture Drafting Conover Harry Hoover Agriculture Business Lincolnton Martha Hudson Executive Secretarial Hickory Jack Huffman Accounting Hickory Russel Hull Architectural Drafting Vale Jerry Johnson Agriculture Business Catawba 40 William Johnson Furniture Drafting Statesville Ronnie Kale Business Administration Catawba Sherri Kale Medical Secretarial Conover Anne Lackey Legal Secretarial Newton Jewel Lackey Accounting Hildebran Judy Lackey Executive Secretarial Taylorsville Danny Lail Accounting Conover Ann Law ter Legal Secretarial Hickory Eddie Lawing Business Administration Lincolnton Jack Lcaird Agriculture Business Statesville Keith Link Business Administration Hickory Billy Little Business Administration Catawba 41 Elaine Little Accounting Hickory Joe Little Agriculture Business Statesville Roy Little Agriculture Business Statesville Judy Loveland Legal Secretarial Hildebran Rebecca Lyon Medical Secretarial Hickory Ronnie McLain Traffic Transportation Statesville Books enable students to find knowledge and truth. These students take full advantage of our Learning Resource Center. 42 William Masters Agriculture Business Statesville Harry Mayes Architectural Drafting Statesville Brenda Misenheimer Legal Secretarial Statesville Carolyn Moore Accounting Statesville Ken Moore Furniture Drafting Statesville Cathy Moose Accounting Newton Emma Lou Johnson does some serious studying in a quiet place. Entering their classroom are Jimmy Ward and Robert Scott, two Electrical Installation majors. 43 Ashley Morrow Traffic Transportation Statesville Jeff Morrow Business Administration Statesville Phillip Mull Traffic Transportation Hickory Takashi Ono Architectural Drafting Cleveland Judy Pennington Medical Secretarial Jefferson Eugene Pharr Agriculture Business Claremont Edwin Price Architectural Drafting Lenoir Kenneth Propst Furniture Drafting Hickory Blake Reep Traffic Transportation Statesville Phil Robertson Furniture Drafting Taylorsville Jeanette Rowe Executive Secretarial Taylorsville Vicki Rowe Medical Secretarial Conover Larry Saine Business Administration Lincolnton Clyde Shade, Jr. Accounting Hickory Diann Sherrill Accounting Conover Lee Shook, Jr. Accounting Hickory Frank Sigman Horticulture Granite Falls Coves Sigmon Electronics Hickory Darrell Sigmon Furniture Drafting Conover Michael Simmons Traffic Transportation Conover Eddie Smith Business Administration Newton James Bridgeman, John Smith, Larry Bowman, and Ricky Mayhew relax during their lunch hour in the Student Center. Jerrold Smith Accounting Statesville Leon Smith Accounting Hickory Michael Sneed Business Administration Hickory Charles Spencer Accounting Conover Diane Stroupe Legal Secretarial Hickory Freddy Swanson Mechanical Drafting Lenoir Robert Tallent Agriculture Business Vale Jeanne Teague Medical Secretarial Hickory Violet Teague Executive Secretarial Hickory 46 Edward Thornburg Accounting Newton Nancy Thornburg Accounting Conover Janies Tillman Agriculture Business Hickory Gary Truesdale Accounting Hickory Gene Tucker Business Administration Claremont Walter Vaughan Electronics Hudson Kuth Ward Executive Secretarial Hildebran William Waters Furniture Drafting Lenoir Joe Weaver Traffic Transportation Newton Louise Wesson Medical Secretarial Valdese Douglas White Electronics Newton Patricia White Executive Secretarial Hickory 47 Philip White Electronics Taylorsville William Whitmire Business Administration Conover Larry Willet Mechanical Drafting Plover, Wisconsin Nora Williams Medical Secretarial Hickory Berlin Wilson Furniture Drafting Hickory John Wilson Mechanical Drafting Hickory Larry Wilson Traffic Transportation Statesville Geraldine Wood Architectural Drafting Lenoir Charles Yount Accounting Hickory STUDENTS NOT PICTURED Alan Barger Ornamental Horticulture Hickory Jack Heavner Traffic Transportation Lincolnton Tommy Stewart Business Administration Conover 48 STUDENTS LIKE CVTI WAY OF LIFE Tom Coulson and Lloyd Pennell, two Auto Mechanics students, return from the parking lot after checking Tom’s car. Data Processing major Olen Harrill takes time out from wiring panels to eat lunch in the Student Center. Geraldine Wood and Becky Elliott, the only girls in Architec- tural Drafting, are drawing house plans. 49 CLASS OF 1969 Claudia Abcrnath} Richard Allison Charles Anderson Larry Arndt Mary Avery Ray Avery Charles Baggarly Faye Bailey Linda Baker Ralph Baker David Ball Cynthia Bandy Ivey Barber Phil Bcbber Freida Bentley David Berry Micky Berry Ronald Berry Gary Black Carsonna Bolden Terry Bolick Dennis Bollinger Feimster Boyles Max Brittain Jennifer Brown 50 Larry Bumgarner Betty Burch Loretta Burris Katherine Bustle Veronica Byers James Cagle Eddy Caldwell Melvin Caldwell Petrilla Campbell Rebecca Cartee Michael Carter Steve Cash Perry Cashion James Clark Jane Clarke Ranae Cloer Ralph Coley Donald Cooke Melinda Cornelius Ted Craig Indulging in the operation of the IBM key-punch machine in the DP room is second-year secretarial student, Violet Teague. Tony Dagenhart Danny Dalton Christy Davis Jimmy Dellinger Richard Dellinger Ronnie Downs Cathy Drum Roger Drum Randy Edgerton David Edwards Debbie Eidenmiller Franklin Eller Shelby Eckard Venita Eckard Billy Ferguson Gerald Fisher Bob Fowler Steven Fox Neil Freeman Joie Fulbright Student Sandy Mathews and friend stroll by the Life Science building on their way to the parking lot. Michael Fulbright Larry Gaither John Gallman Ronald Gantt Barbara Gibbs Don Gilbert Danny Gilleland Max Gilleland Elizabeth Gillespie Charlene Gore Lecil Grindstaff Ed Guy Jay Gwaltner Marcia Hall Sherry Hager Olen Harrill Wayne Harris Guy Hartsell James Hartzoge James Hazelwood Benetta Heavner Alan Hefner Joe Heller Phyllis Henderson Paul Henry 53 Don Herman Jackie Herman Tim Herman Lloyd Hester Carolyn Hildebrand Gwen Holbrook Wayne Holland Betty Hollar Aaron Houser Glen Houston Robert Howell Reba Hoyle Phyllis Huffman Richard Huffman Jimmy Huffstickler “Here, Blackie, have a French fry ’ is a common saying in the Student Center at lunch break, used in this case by Drafting student Doris Lovin. Carolyn Hughey William Hunickc John Hunsucker Randall Hunsucker Judith Huss Karen Hutto Phyllis Isenhour Darrell Jenkins Joe Johnson Thomas Johnson Toby Johnson James Jones Martha Kerley Roger Kerly Rickard Kirby Students depart for the parking lot after a long hard day at school. Sydney Kerns Carmen Kesler Carolyn Key James Killian Rosa Kincaid Michael Lail Peggy Lail William Lail Kay Lankford Dennis Lawson Glenda Lawrence Linda Lee Raymond Lemmond Gail Linney Martin Lipe James Little Jane Little Pat Little Michael Lockman Doris Lovin Charles Lowman Patsy Lowman Monica Love Farrel Lutz Leslie Lutz 56 Terry McAlister Linda Mackie Mike McLester Jim McMillon Tommy McRary Danny Marlowe Allen Martin Frances Mathes Sandra Mathews Sherry Mathews Bobby Massey Marietta Merritt Gary Millsaps Harvey Moore Helen Moore Pauline Moore Ricky Moore Terry Moore Brenda Moose Ernest Moose Enjoying the bright sunshine, these students eat lunch, study and chat during their break. Donald Moretz Larry Morrison Archie Morrow Gary Newton Delores Ostwalt Mary Painter Albert Parker Michael Pannell Joseph Patton Janice Payne Julia Pcnlcy Patricia Phipps Larry Pope Skipper Privette James Propst Larry Putnam Ned Putnam Harvey Rankin Rodney Rasnick Steven Reese Ronnie Edwards donated his blood along with many others when the Bloodmobile visited CVTI during the Fall Quarter. Ricky Rector Deloris Rhinehardt Eddie Rhyne Betty Riddle Lorene Robinson Michael Roseman Stephen Seale Tommy Sells Linda Scttlemyre Lynne Setzer Norma Setzer Teresa Setzer Kay Sherrill Lee Shillito Jacquelyn Simpson Bobby Sipe Gary Sipe Baine Smith Ted Spencer Daniel Sprinkle Gary Sprinkle Raymond Stafford Linda Stallings David Starnes Ronald Starr 59 Linda Stewart Bobby Stinson Donald Styers Bill Stroud Dennis Suddreth Gloria Tatum Robert Taylor Carl Teague Sammy Thompson Doyce Turbyfill 60 Troy Underwood Joan Wade Barry Warren Gary Watson Jack Watt Juanita Webb Albert White David Whitener Barry Williams David Williams Tommy Williams Vicky Williams Janice Willis Jeanne Willis Ronald Willis 61 Daniel Sprinkle does his studying on a soft sofa in the friendly atmosphere of the Student Center. David Sigmon points out the parts of this engine to Gary Mel- chor. Dean Farris, and James Matthew s. Gene Wilson Robert Winkler Elmer Winters George Wood Dennis Woods Shirley Wright Jerry Yates Lonnie York Don Angley Bruce Buchanan Larry Clanton Jim Cline Johnnie Falcone Ned Fox Susan Gaither Gerald Hamby Nancy Hatley STUDENTS NOT PICTURED Samuel Hunt Stephen Isenhour Lewis Johnson John Kennerly Randy Lambert Sybil Long James McKinney James Martin John Martin James Morrow Jerry Rose Richard Settlemyre William Spcagle Phillip Upton Ronald Wesson Harvey Williams Fred Cannon Instructor, James Daniel, points out the plant’s qualities for Ray Avery, a student in the Horticulture program. 62 VOCATIONAL STUDENTS Steve Angley Electrical Installation Thomas Ashley Mechanics Mary Bailey Upholstery Donald Bare Mechanics Jack Bettis Upholstery Douglas Blackburn Mechanics James Bobbitt Mechanics Larry Bowman Machine Shop LeGrand Brawley Special Student James Bridgeman Mechanics Joe Brittain Electrical Installation Danny Brown Mechanics Jimmy Brown Electrical Installation Michael Buckner Electrical Installation Marshall Butler Mechanics Jerry Caldwell Mechanics John Caldwell Mechanics Law rence Carswell Machine Shop Ronald Cass Mechanics Maynard Clippard Upholstery Doris Connor Mechanics Dan Cooke Electrical Len Cornett Electrical Installation Thomas Coulson Mechanics Allen Davis Mechanics 63 David Dowell Upholstery Emery Edwards Electrical Installation Tommy Ekard Upholstery Leslie Farris Mechanics Randy Fox Mechanics Leslie Gentry Mechanics Elson Greene Mechanics Richard Hall Upholstery Alvin Hardy Machine Shop Victor Hefner Mechanics James Heard Upholstery Bobby Helms Mechanics Glenn Henline Electrical Larry Hines Electrical Installation Donald Hodges Machine Shop CVTTS patio proves to be a quiet refuge from class for Auto Mechanics students Bill Teddens and Tom Coul- son. Larry Leonhardt Mechanics John London Mechanics Joe Lovelace Upholstery Samuel McGee Upholstery- Joe McGhee Electrical Installation Frank McKinnon Electrical Installation Baxter McLeon Mechanics Steve Martin Mechanics Wayne Mason Electrical Installation James Matthews Mechanics William Mattox Electrical Installation Verlin Mayfield Electrical Installation Ricky Mayhew Machine Shop Gary Melchor Mechanics Rachel Moorefield Upholstery Richard Moretz Mechanical Johnny Moss Mechanical Larry Parker Mechanics Thomas Parker Mechanics Herbert Pennell Mechanics Hard at work in their Accounting class, Brenda Hunsucker. Bruce Sta- nley, Vicki Rowe, and Jim Carter prepare their lessons. Billy Phillips Mechanics Cynthia Poovey Special Student Jimmy Potter Mechanics Lane Price Electrical Installation Wayne Ramseur Electrical Installation Jerry Redmond Mechanics Hite Reese Machine Shop Darryl Saunders Mechanics Robert Scott Electrical Installation Curtis Setzer Mechanics Betty Shook Upholstery William Sigmon Mechanics Noch Simms Electrical Installation John Smith Machine Shop Barry Spencer Electrical Installation Electrical Installation students, Wayne Ram- seur and William Mat- tox, install electric con- duit. Don Story Mechanics Curtis Strawser Mechanics Tommy Sweatt Mechanics Glenn Teague Mechanics Bill Tebbens Mechanics Larry Tester Mechanics Etta Tew Special Student Gary Walker Machine Shop Wesley Walker Electrical James W'arren Electrical Installation James Wilds Upholstery Hugh Wilkerson Machine Shop Carl Williams Electrical Installation David Williams Mechanics Ervil Willis Upholstery Auto mechanical students find a secluded spot to deliberate over and diag- nose the ailments of this patient.” STUDENTS NOT PICTURED Paul Wilson Machine Shop Larry Woods Mechanics Allen Young Mechanics Florence Buchanan Upholstery Teddy King Upholstery Rowe Mays Upholstery Thomas Westmoreland Upholstery Upholstering student, Joe Lovelace, builds what will be a beautiful sofa in the Upholstery Lab while instructor, Thomas Winn, observes his skill. 68 Benetta Heavner, Shelby Eckard, and Pauline Moore practice their adding machine skill in their mobile classroom. William Byrd, Electronics major, adjusts a long range radar signal generator during class. Barry Spencer smiles as he relaxes in the Student Center between classes. PRACTICAL NURSING STUDENTS Jill Amos Jean Baucom Nesta Beard Elizabeth Bowman Carolyn Burgess Donna Farthing Edith Ford Rita Foxx Mildred Heffner Rebecca Hollar Betty Huffstickler Margaret Johnson Mildred McNeely Ella Cindy Miller Ruth Yates studies the make-up of man’s body during the nursing class. 70 Margaret Moose Betty Parker Beverly Pittman Lelia Pope Ann Propst Judy Raines Tina Stafford Lola Stevenson Frances Stewart Ruth Stokes Arlene Waugh Alice Williams Clara Yates Elmina Yount 71 Margaret Moose likes to rest during her ten minute break between classes. EVENING PROGRAM One out of three adults each year take advantage of adult education opportunities in the United States. This desire for continuing education presents a challenge to adult edu- cators, especially those responsible for evening classes, to feel the community pulse in terms of course needs and to provide appropriate courses. This challenge may be most in- teresting and rewarding. An educator’s most satisfying moment is realized when his students demonstrate increas- ing competence in the subject area. This moment is even more pleasing when the students are adults returning to further their education. Interest, diligence, awareness, and a high level of motivation are usually shown by evening adult students. With the rapid advancement in cybernetics and automation, many of today’s success- fully employed workers will soon be displaced by more efficient machines and methods. Job requirements are also being updated placing greater demands on the knowledge capabilities of the employee. Unless an individual upgrades the skills he possesses, he will be forced to remain stagnate as modern technology passes him by. Catawba Valley Technical Institute offers a comprehensive evening program designed to aid adults who wish to upgrade and supplement their vocations. Each year more than 200 evening courses for adults are offered on the CVT1 campus. The opportunity is pre- sent for those who are interested. ERVIN LINEBERGER. DIRECTOR 72 Courses include: Vocational Technical Business Supervisory Development Apprenticeship Law Enforcement Firemanship Evening Programs Editor: Glenn Houston Peggy Lail OCCUPATIONAL UPGRADING COURSES LABORATORY SESSIONS POPULAR Automotive Electrical Tune-Up includes theory and operation of all electrical components of the automobile. Shop and classroom instruction on testing proce- dures are emphasized. Office Machine students receive training in techniques, pro- cesses, operation and application of the ten-key adding ma- chines, full keyboard adding machines, and calculator. Basic Electricity deals with the electrical principles which are involved in the direct current and alternating current equip- ment. It begins with the basic electron theory and Ohm’s I w 74 ESSENTIAL SKILLS IMPROVED Data Processing students learn funda- mental concepts and operational princi- ples of data processing systems as an aid in developing a basic knowledge of com- puters. Typewriting includes introduction to the touch typewriting system with emphasis on correct techniques, mastery of the keyboard, simple business correspondence, tabulation, and manuscripts. Construction Trades Blueprint Reading includes the study of blueprints and their relationship to archetectural progress, specifications, purpose of structure, and variations in building material. The majority of students are apprentices. 75 Accounting students are taught the principles, techniques and tools of accounting, for understanding of the mechanics of accounting. Collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting information about service and mercantile enterprises includes practical application of the principles learned. Drafting is introduced as the student begins study of drawing principles and practices for print reading and describing objects in the graphic language. Primary emphasis in upholstering is upon actual practical experience in the construction, springing up, covering, and trimming of upholstered chairs and sofas. A parallel course in upholstery cutting and sewing is also offered during the early evening hours. 76 Public Speaking develops the techniques of everyday speech essentials. Special emphasis is placed on preparing and delivering speeches directed toward club meetings, religious and civic group presentations, interviews and conferences. Machine Shop gives an introduction to the machinist trade and the potential it holds for craftsmen. The course deals primarily with the identification, care and use of basic hand tools and precision measuring instruments. 77 ADULT PROGRAMS 0 Jfl The Adult, Continuing Education and Extension programs at CVT1 are designed to meet the educational, vocational, and self-fulfillment needs of adults living in the Catawba Valley area. The programs are designed to improve skills and knowledge and more effective pro- ductivity in the individual’s current occupation and others are designed for cultural enrichment and en- lightened citizenship. Not only are courses offered at the institute, but for groups in their own community. Because of the flexibility of CVTI’s organization and its variety of courses, individuals of post-high school age, irrespective of their background, training, and exper- ience, are welcomed and encouraged to participate in these classes. Larry Penley Director Larry, who is also CVTJ’s News Bureau Director, is great with the words. Sue Ward, his secretary, cheerfully types as Larry dictates to meet a deadline for publication. CURRICULUM Adult Elementary Education Adult High School Diploma Oil Painting Drawing and Sketching Water Color Painting Portrait Painting Ceramics Creative Writing Reading Improvement Public Speaking Conversational Spanish Modern Math for Parents Woodworking Personality Development Physical Fitness Interior Decorating Sewing Simple Home Repairs Cake Decorating Beginning Bridge Tailoring Flower Arranging Beginning Photography Beginning Knitting Needlepoint and Crewel Adult Programs Editor: Steve Taylor Juanita Webb 78 Three to four Appalachian State University extension classes are offered on the CVT1 campus to local and area educators and interested persons every quarter in undergraduate and graduate courses. Adults have an opportunity to “to dabble” in a wide variety of art classes both on a beginning and advanced level. CREATIVE ARTS STIMULATE Flower arranging, both American and Japanese style, is an art and students find that their many individual tastes can be satis- Instructor Frances Ross demonstrates the technique of applying fied in hundreds of exotic arrangements. stain for the glazing of ceramics. Adults find ceramic art to be a fascinating hobby. Personal typing classes are popular with adults. The adult department office maintains a large waiting list for students who wish to take beginning sewing, advanced sewing, or tailoring classes. Adult students in the Learning Laboratory work on program- med material in Lnglish by use of a tape recorder. Shorthand Review is popular with young adults seeking office employment. WOMEN GLAMORIZE Instructor Lcnora Isenhour helps student with a sewing problem. Mrs. Esther Preslar. CVTI adult instructor, discusses with students the proper way to sit. Mrs. Preslar uses a tape recorder to help adults learn to speak distinctly. Students usually do not recognize their own voices as is evidenced by their smiles. PHYSICAL FITNESS TOPS FOR LADIES Mrs. Martha Towery does exercise to trim the tummy. Approximately 300 women take physical fitness in classes at CVTI on Tuesday and Thursday nights and on Wednesday afternoon. The ladies work hard to trim off pounds and add inches to their figure. 82 DIPLOMAS AHEAD CVTI Counselor Dan Ballard observes large group of adult high school students take a battery of tests for the Adult High School Diploma. A professional shows hair styles to members of the class. These adult students, ages 18 through 50, are typical of the 529 students who have earned the Adult High School Diploma in CVTI adult and continuing education evening classes. 83 Brenda Misenheimcr, Lee Shillito, Judy Pennington, and Anne Lackey take time out from a hard day of working on the school newspaper. Preparations for CVTTs Christmas Dance get un- derway as Phil Robertson, Ronald Bolick, Darrell Sigmon, and David Drum chip in to help. ACTIVITIES Along with the classes at CVT1 goes the extracurricular activities which turn everyday schoolroom life into the more interesting life of extra hours, more work, but lots of whole- some enjoyment. Organizations like the stu- dent council, Catvatechi, and Technician, in union with the other clubs that function here at CVT1, are prominent in offering our stu- dents positions of leadership. Sports, in the form of softball, football, and basketball, keeps our young men busy during many seasons. Drafting students Terry Herman and Edwin Price work closely with student council members Ann Law ter and Becky Hefner in preparing decorations for the Christmas Dance. Becky Hefner President of the student council conducts a formal meeting dealing with activities of the school. Activities Editors: Connie Daniel. Carolyn Deal Benitta Heavner and Pat Little register students as they come in for their picture. Self-portrait by Catvatechi Photographer Stephen Angley shows that he is more professional than amateur. You’re wrong, this is not Alaska, but Phil Robertson and Phil Mull convince Ken Ross that anything is possible at the Christmas Dance. Gun enthusiast, Mr. Paap, excelis at tne turkey shooting match sponsored by the Ag-tech Club. 85 Serious moments at a student council session contrasts with the usual lively group. STUDENT GOVERNMENT The Student Government has as its head a very cap- able young lady, Becky Hefner. Becky is a senior. We, the students of CVT1, offer Becky a round of thanks. Becky Hefner, President LEFT FRONT: Richard Harwell, Advisor, Curt Strawser, Steve Gantt, Steve Angley, Don Story, Ruth Ward, Judy Loveland, Bill Masters. Bob Hester. RIGHT FRONT: James Bobbitt, Ann Lawter, Harry Hoover, Regina Paine, Steve Fox, Larry Leonhardt, Becky Hefner. 86 SENATORS PLAN ACTIVITIES The Student Government is the governing body at CVTI, but it deserves credit for producing the well-organized activities at school. This voice of the students serves as an instrument to make CVTI an informed group of students. Larry Leonhardt and Don Story display one of the many campaign posters for Student Government elections. 87 CATVATECHI STAFF SITTING: Becky Hefner, Pat Little, Jeanne Teague, Judy Lackey, Violet Teague, Judy Pennington, Ruth Ward, Benetta Heavner, Ann Law ter. Editor, Cindy Miller, Judy Loveland, Judy Raines, David Whitener, Ann Propst, Steve Taylor. STANDING: Connie Daniel, CarolynjDeal, Hilda Brittain, Advisor, Anne Huffman, Advisor, Steve Angley, Lee Shook, Glenn Houston, Veronica Byers, Peggy Lail. Juanita Webb. The Catvatecki staff works hard each year to pro- duce a yearbook that each student will be proud of and cherish. We, the annual staff, wish to express sincere thanks to our advisors, Miss Huffman and Mrs. Brittain, for the help they have given us and for the many hours they have spent working with each member of the staff. Miss Anne Huttman and Mrs. Hilda Brit tain. Advisors. The Catvatechi staff hard at work. 88 The Staff would like to express its appreciation to our editor, Ann Lawter, for the work she has put forth towards the publication of this year’s Catvatechi. We should also like to give a sincere thanks to Steve Angley, our staff photographer, for a job well done. Picture day proves to be hectic for Becky Hefner, Louise Wesson, and Jim Warren. Ann Lawter, Editor Mrs. Brittain, Ann Propst and Ann Lawter are Editors are, LEFT TO RIGHT: Ann Lawter, Editor-in-Chief, Violet Teague, making plans. Carolyn Deal. Connie Daniel, Ruth Ward. Judy Pennington, Becky Hefner, Judy Loveland. 89 TECHNICIAN STAFF SEATED: Max Waters, Juanita Webb, Roger Brookshire, Gaye Cloninger, Cathy Moose. STANDING: Veronica Byers, Peggy Lail, Brenda Misenheimer, Bill Johnson. Carolyn Moore, Jeanette Rowe, Becky Elliott, Helen Sigmon. CVTI is very proud of the Technician staff and the excellent work it is doing by keeping the students and faculty well informed about the activities on campus. 90 Anne Lackey, Editor The Technician staff plans the next edition. Delores Reinhardt pauses from her daily schedule to enjoy the newspaper. LEFT TO RIGHT: Tom Robins, advisor, Ann Lackey, editor, Judy Pennington, assistant editor, Anne Huffman, advisor. 0i AG.—TECH CLUB FRONT ROW: Charlie Cockrell, Bill Masters, Roy Little. Jack Lcaird. Harry Hoover, Jerry Baxter, Joe Little, Elmer Winters, Ray Avery. SECOND ROW: Mr. Cobb, advisor, Phil Bobber, Junior Lemmond, Eddy Caldwell, Walter Cooper, Bob Tallant, Gary Millsaps, Danny Sprinkle, Mr. Daniel, advisor. THIRD ROW: Carl Teague, Ronnie Edwards. James Hamrick, Frank Sigmon, Jerry Johnson, Dale Lail, Charles Anderson, Jim Tillman. Marcus Baker. The purpose of the Ag-Tech Club is to promote a better understanding of the agriculture field. The boys are a close unit that participates in many extra curricu- lar activities. The club takes educational field trips to surrounding areas of interest. 92 Advisors. Mr. Cobb and Mr. Daniel. GREENHOUSEADDS BEAUTY I I I-J- Ray Avery shows an example of daily work. Mr. Daniel examines the projects of his students. 93 HOOTENANNY CLUB The Hootenanny Club is a group of smiling faces, the plunk of a banjo, the twang of a steel guitar, and blending of voices in the traditional folk songs. Under the direction of Norman Lac- key, the Hootenanny Club has become a way of life for many students at CVTI. Mr. Lackey, director of the Hootenanny Club, enjoys a moment of leisure. LEFT TO RIGHT: Carolyn Moore, Anne Lackey, Brenda Misenheimer, Frank McKinnon, Mr. Lackey, Director, Phyllis Huffman, Carolyn Key, Max Waters. 94 CHORUS The chorus offers musical adventure to all CVT1 students interested in singing. The chorus is a wonderful place to learn to sing and to ex- pand knowledge ot music. Several of the chorus members hear the pitch. LEFT TO RIGHT: Pauline Moore, Carolyn Moore, Charles Yount, Danny Sprinkle, Max Waters. LEFT TO RIGHT, FRONT ROW: Danny Sprinkle, Violet Teague, Phyllis Huffman, Carolyn Moore, Pauline Moore, Max Waters. BACK ROW: Brenda Misenheimer, Joan Wade, Dennie Bollinger, Pat Little, Carolyn Key. 95 ACCOUNTING CLUB LEFT TO RIGHT. FRONT ROW: David Whitencr, Charles Spencer. Jerry Smith, Richard Huffman, Jack Huffman, Lee Shook, Larry Bumgarner. SECOND ROW: Jewel Lackey, Glenda Lawrence, Helen Moore, Veronica Byers, Juanita Webb, Peggy Lail, Carolyn Moore, Elaine Little, Gaye Clonigcr, Nancy Thornburg, Cathy Moose, Carolyn Bishop. THIRD ROW': Mack Jenkins, Fcimstcr Boyles, Roger Kerly, Don Gilbert. Robert Taylor, Glenn Houston. Paul Barkeley, Gary Trucsdale. FOURTH ROW: Charles Yount, Ronald Gantt, Larry Pope, Lee Shillito. The purpose of the CVT1 Accounting Club is to further the interest of accounting students at CVT1 by supplementing their accounting theory as learned in class, by meeting with speakers who are employed in the different branches of accounting work, by endeavoring to interest employers in the accounting students at CVTI, and to promote friendship within the group through various social activities. FRONT ROW: Paul Barkeley, President, Jerry Smith, First Vice-President, Gary Truesdale, Second Vice-President, Elaine Little. Secretary, Mr. Rosin, Advisor, Carolyn Bis- op. Treasurer, Cathy Moose, Reporter, Mr. Brookshire, Advisor. C.V.T.I. SECRETARIAL ASSOCIATION The purpose of the CVTI Secretarial As- sociation is to develop and promote interest in secretarial occupational training. The club which meets during the school day and on special occasions, is working toward becom- ing affiliated with a national secretarial group. LEFT TO RIGHT, FRONT ROW: Carolyn Deal, Secretary, Violet Teague, President, Becky Cartec, Vice-President, Mrs. Austin, Advisor. BACK ROW: Mr. Hcmmings, Advisor, Pat White, Treasurer, Anne Lackey, Program Chair- man, Mr. Smith, Advisor. LEFT TO RIGHT, FRONT ROW: Linda Stallings, Cynthia Bandy, Violet Teague, Brenda Misenheimer, Connie Daniel. Carolyn Deal. SECOND ROW: Becky Cartee, Claudia Abernathy, Monica Love, Vicki Rowe, Teresa Setzer. Jeanne Teague. THIRD ROW: Patsy Phipps, Kaye Sherrill, Becky Houston, Carolyn Key, Rachel Holland. Judy Lackey. FOURTH ROW: Pat White, Nora Williams, Marcia Clayton, Ann Lawter, Ann Bowman, Martha Kerley. FIFTH ROW: Francis Avery, Anne Lackey, Jeanette Rowe, Virginia Call, Sherri Isenhour. VOLLEY BALL INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS Jerry Hamby, Dwight Dowell, Ronnie Owens, Larry Austin, Randy Templeman, Joe Williams. SOFTBALL FRONT ROW: Ted Blevins, Richard Harwell, Harry Cooke. BACK ROW: Bruce Bishop, Gene Tucker, David Smith, Lee Shook, Richard Cobb. Pitcher Harry Cooke warms up. 99 Ted Blevins takes batting practice. SOFTBALL TEAM ALL-STARS Each year the Hickory Recreation Commission sponsors an All-Star game. The game is played by All-Stars selected from each team of the commis- sion’s Commercial and Industrial Leagues. This year Coach Harry Cooke chose these three players to represent CVTI and the Commercial League. They were: shortstop, Bruce Bishop; first base- man, Lee Shook; and outfielder, David Smith. BRUCE BISHOP 100 LEE SHOOK DAVID SMITH FOOTBALL TEAM Who has the football? Business Administration makes a hard tackle. INTRAMURAL CHAMPIONS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FIRST ROW: Skipper Privette, Tommy Sells, Danny Marlowe, Archie Morrow, Bruce Stamey. SECOND ROW: Boyce Moore, Doyce Turbyfill, Terry McAllister, Mike Sneed, Bobby Stinson, Dennis Woods, Steve Seale. 101 FOOTBALL TEAM RUNNERS-UP TRAFFIC TRANSPORTATION FIRST ROW: John Lee Barger, Blake Reep, Joe Weaver, Lee Shook. SECOND ROW: Manager, Alan Bumgarner, Ashley Morrow, Ronnie McLain, Jack Watt, James Hawn. Traffic and Transportation makes fast actions. 102 Ag-Tech lines up. BASKETBALL TEAM Lee Shook drives for a lay-up. Coach Cooke watches a tense moment in the game. FIRST ROW: Steve Canipe, Ted Blevins, Lee Shook. Harry Mayes. SECOND ROW: Ronnie McLain, Bucky Coley, Coach, Harry Cooke, Dennis Bell, Ashley Morrow. 103 With a lovely smile Regina Payne, Miss Newton- Conover takes time out for the camera. Typical scene at CVTI is the student center where students take time to talk to friends and eat lunch. FEATURES Personality and beauty have a place in any school, and here at Catawba Tech is no ex- ception. We honor our queens by special titles and at the Spring Dance the spotlight rests on some lucky girl as Miss CVTI. Dances for holiday and scheduled occas- ions are held for enjoyment of all stu- dents, instructors, and administrative staff. Tassel bracelets and CVTI class rings gives a clear picture of the feminine and masculine sexes at our school. Primping is a typical trait of the girls at CVTI and Lynne Sctzer displays this trait while checking her appearance in her compact. Features Editor: Becky Hefner, Benctta Heavner. Frank Elmore, Eugene Pharr, Jerry Baxter, and instructor James Daniels all enjoy the atmosphere of the greenhouse. Glimpses into the person- alities of CVT1 students show wide range of self- expressions. 105 Mr. Lewis takes much time and ef- fort as he poses Pat White for her school portrait. MISS CVTI 1967 The highlight of the 1967 school year is accented by the crowning of the newly elected Miss CVTI, Miss Bobbie Young. Congratulations are extended by Mr. Robert Paap, President of CVTI. 106 MAY COURT The queen and her court are (LEFT TO RIGHT) first runner up. Miss Becky Hefner, Miss Betty Pitts, (SEATED) Miss Bobbie Young, Miss Jeanne Teague, and Miss Nancy Starnes. Swinger, romantics, and just listeners enjoyed music presented by the TACTICS. Delicious and decorative refreshments were served by Mrs. Hilda Brittian. 107 DANCE REFLECTS CHRISTMAS SPIRIT Ron and Judy share a dance and conversation. Straight from the Continental Club in Myrtle Beach, it s boo- ga-loo with the fabulous CONTINENTALS. Mr. Harwell, Curt Strawser, Ann Lawter, Terry Herman, Edwin Price and others help the student government with decor- ating for the Christmas dance. Stuff that chicken wire. Christmas dances proves biggest event ever presented at CVTI. Phil Robertson plays bartender. 108 CATVTECHI DEDICATION 1967 The Catawba Valley Technical Institute yearbook, the 1966-1967 Catvatechi, was dedicated to Bruce Bishop. Doug Benficld, editor of the Catvatechi presents him a copy. Miss Anne Huffman and Mrs. Hilda Brittain, advisors for the Catvatechi staff, are glad to be able to look at the finished product, while Doug Benfield reminds them of the new yearbook to be printed next year. 109 MISS HILDEBRAN 1968 MISS PATSY LOWMAN How lucky can you get! We have Miss Patsy Lowman as a student here at CVTI. Patsy says, “I like to meet new people and make friends,” and that’s exactly what she has achieved at CVTI. Last year Patsy attended Baudes Fashion and Finishing School in Miami, Florida. This probably accounts for Patsy’s cute and fashionable appear- ance. The future should be a good one for her in the department store buying business, for Patsy states, “I want to work my way up.” All of Miss Lowman’s accomplishments did not just happen. She is taking modern dance, and is enrolled in CVTl’s evening classes of physical fit- ness. We would like to wish Pat good luck in the Miss North Carolina Beatuy Pageant. no MISS NEWTON-CONOVER 1968 MISS REGINA PAYNE CVTI is very fortunate to have such beauty as Regina possesses on campus. Before attending CVTI she was a student at St. Stephens High School. There she was named Miss St. Stephens High School, and also participated in the Homecoming Court. Regina has been a contestant in the Miss Hickory beauty contest. Miss Newton-Conover contest in 1967, where she was chosen second runner-up, and Miss Congeniality. Studying in the secretarial field, Regina hopes to some day be a private secretary in the medical field. In the meantime, Regina is developing her writing ability and searching for the right man. She wants a large family, “all boys.” The main goal in view for Regina at this time is the Miss North Carolina Pageant. Good luck, Regina. in MISS PERSONALITY Violet Teague 4 Becky Hefner Miss Violet Teague, through her “like-one, like-all” attitude, has achieved the great honor of being named Miss Personality by her class mates. Who will help with this project? Who will work over time? Who has a friendly smile for all? Who but Violet Teague. Violet is a secretarial student, striving like all of us to try to succeed in the business world. CVT1 would like to say she sure has a head start. For what ever reason Violet choose to attend CVTI we are proud to claim her. Miss Becky Hefner is named first runner-up for this coveted title. Becky is a second year secretarial student, and partici- pates in many of CVTl’s activities. Again the smiles gain the winning vote. 112 CVTI STUDENT CENTER Judy Loveland, Ann Bowman, and Virginia Call find the student center a perfect place to discuss future secretarial positions. Break time-snack time for Jimmy Hoyle. Faculty member, Mr. Yount, and administration member, Mr. Jameson, discuss school problems over lunch. Sam Hunt shows concentration on studies while surrounded by 1 3 female friends. GRADUATION 1967 Two hundred sixty-one students receive diplomas. Dr. Joseph Bryson, director of extention and associate pro- fessor at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, de- livered the commencement address. “The Impossible Dream” sung by Joe Turpin signified the end 114 of education at CVTI, but not the stopping point for learning. MARSHALS Marshalls serving at graduation are (LEFT TO RIGHT) Steve Gantt, Anne Lackey, Gail Beach, Judy Loveland (HEAD) Violet Teague, Renee Abernethy, and Ronald Bolick. HONOR GRADUATES The end, but only the beginning. 115 HONOR STUDENTS: Bobbie Young, Faye Cramer. Reece Honeycutt, and Mary Phillips were acknowledged for their excellent grades and dedication to CVTI. Summing up the personality of CVT1, Blackie, the school mascot, shows her moods around school. Donna Bell is her best friend. Ann Lawter Editor EDITOR’S LAST WORDS Catawba Valley Technical Institute is a combination of a new beginning, a state of family unity, and an ending. With these things comes the desire of every student to belong; to be a part of the group. With this desire to belong comes the many smiles of accom- lishment, the noise of students changing classes, the excitement of a school dance, the romantic voices of a boy and girl, the turmoil of a club meeting, and finally the tears and frustrations of failure. With every beginning, there must be an ending. But this is an ending that will bring a new beginning, which is the future. The students who will graduate this year will have a great feeling of satisfaction because of their many achievements and also a feeling of sadness because they will not return in the fall. Then there are those who will envy the graduate, but look forward to returning in the fall to reach their goals at CVT1 and later their goals in life. In the pages of this 1967-68 Annual, we have tried to give a clear and concise portrayal of school life here at CVT1. We have also tried to give the student and ob- servers of the annual a clear picture of our school’s personality, and the many facets that make our school what it is. Remember, as you turn the pages of this yearbook that it is a record of the family unity at this school, the beginnings and endings of this school year 1967-68. P ELMAR