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Siggy Becomes Top Dog: QCC's Newest Officer Brings Comfort to CampusQuinsigamond Community College held a graduation last week, but not for students. The ceremony was for Siggy, QCC’s first community resource dog. Siggy recently finished months of training to be sworn in as an official community resource dog and K-9 officer with the college’s police department.… Read More |
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Latine Youth Celebrated at 39th Annual HACE AwardsOn November 13, Quinsigamond Community College and local community partners gathered together for a night of celebration to honor Latine youth in Central Massachusetts at the annual Hispanics Achieving and Celebrating Excellence (HACE) event. During this year’s 39th award ceremony, 28… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Asmaa AldulaimiIf you need some inspiration today, think about Asmaa Aldulaimi, a driven QCC student who is navigating higher education while raising a family. Asmaa came to the United States from Iraq in 2014, bringing with her a vision of personal and professional growth.… Read More |
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Native American Heritage Month: Dance, Tradition and IdentityOur campus recently hosted a powerful educational event honoring Native American Heritage Month, featuring local Indigenous performers who shared deeply meaningful cultural traditions through dance and storytelling. The event began with an acknowledgment of the connection to Turtle Island… Read More |
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Careers for the Community at QCC's Job Fair with State Government and MassHireOver 300 people attended November's Career Fair, which was a successful collaboration between QCC, Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) and MassHire. The agencies at the Career Fair such as the Mass. Commission for the Blind, the Department of Transitional… Read More |
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Fire Science Class Gets an Insider Look at Worcester StationFire Science students in this semester's Principles of Emergency Services course took an eye-opening trip to the Greendale fire station last month. Adjunct Instructor of Fire Science Jason Cantara coordinated the tour with Captain Mike Smick and students were welcomed by the… Read More |
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Get to Know Financial Aid!An essential part of QCC's goal of making higher education affordable and accessible is the Financial Aid Department, a dynamic team that helps transform educational dreams into reality. Director Karen Grant, who has been with the department since 2003, offered a glimpse into the complex world… Read More |
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Community Impact Award Goes to ACE VolunteerQuinsigamond Community College has announced Ayman Abdelgadir as the recipient of its most recent Community Impact Award. Abdelgadir received the award in response to his work with African Community Education (ACE), an organization that aims to empower African refugee and immigrant youth through… Read More |
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Green Careers: Opportunity Meets PurposeQCC's recent Green Career Fair was a resounding success, bringing together innovative organizations committed to environmental protection and exciting career opportunities for students. Attendees enjoyed the fair for its diverse range of opportunities and the chance to connect directly with… Read More |
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QCC at the African Community Education GalaQuinsigamond Community College had full representation at the 18th annual ACE (African Community Education) Gala last month with guests including QCC staff, students, alumni and President Pedraja. The event included its yearly student fashion show, live drumming and dance performances, in… Read More |
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Wyvern Sports CornerMen's Soccer The following players from the Men's Soccer team were recognized as All-Region 21 for their outstanding athletic and academic performance this year. First Team All-Region 21 Jason Job Diego Pinto … Read More |
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In the NewsNovember 2024 |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffOn October 28, 2024, QCC welcomed the following: Thomas Vail - Maintainer I (Second Shift) - Administrative Services. Thomas holds several years of experience. Most recently, he was a Splice Service Technician for Verizon. In the month of November QCC… Read More |
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From QCC to Community Leader: Summer Jam Creator Reflects on JourneyLike Quinsigamond Community College, former student Anthony Barbosa lives and breathes community. Barbosa, a QCC alum, is the creator of the Summer Jam Classic, an event that showcases local basketball talent and promotes small… Read More |
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QCC Receives Grant from Greater Worcester Community FoundationQuinsigamond Community College has received a $12,500 grant from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation (GWCF). QCC will use the funds for its Bridges to College program, a support program to prepare students for college-level math and English courses. “I’m excited that the college has… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Nicholas CheryNick Chery is the eternally inspired type. As an Interactive Media Game Design major, with a passion for film, music and graphic design, he has leveraged QCC as the place to let his imagination soar while increasing his entrepreneurial skills. Nick’s creative persona, … Read More |
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First Managers Academy Celebrates GraduatesLast month, Human Resources and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion celebrated the first group of graduates from its Managers Academy. The Managers Academy is a six-week program to ensure employees in a supervisory position are equipped with the necessary skills and cultural knowledge… Read More |
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Get to Know Advising!As one of the most frequented departments on campus, the College Advising Center serves as a crucial touchpoint in a student's academic journey. "We see every single student who comes through the college," explained Amy Carmack, Ed.D., executive director of Advising,… Read More |
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QCC Community Holds Pet Supply Drive for Hurricane VictimsThe Quinsigamond Community College community is coming to the aid of pets affected by the recent hurricanes in several Southern states, through a recent Pet Food Drive sponsored by the QCC Police Department. Over a hundred pounds of food and several boxes of supplies and toys have been donated… Read More |
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Think Meetings Can be More Efficient? Lunch and Learn Says Yes!October's Lunch and Learn tackled a universal workplace challenge: how to improve meetings. Led by Coordinator of Transfer and Articulation Beth Fullerton, this session provided a wealth of information and strategies to transform your meetings from time-draining obligations to… Read More |
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Transfer Fair Empowers Students on Navigating Next StepsQCC's recent Transfer Fair proved to be a remarkable success, drawing approximately 130 students, who had the opportunity to connect with representatives from 47 universities and colleges and gain information for the next step of their academic journeys. Following the main event, eight… Read More |
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Breaking Down Barriers with Barbells: Psi Beta and Psych Club Speaker SeriesIn a compelling presentation for the Psi Beta & Psychology Club Speaker Series, Inner City Weightlifting (ICW) founder Jon Feinman, alongside program participants Tiyreek MacFee and Daiquan Rice, shared how a unique approach to physical fitness is reshaping lives and challenging… Read More |
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STEM Spectacle Showcases Local Ingenuity and WorkforceLast month, QCC hosted its annual STEM Spectacle event, bringing together local manufacturers, workforce development programs and technical high schools to showcase the exciting world of STEM careers. "This event is a great chance for high school and college students to learn more… Read More |
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An Empty Place at the TableEach October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month is recognized across the country. To contribute to the education and prevention of this national issue, an exhibit titled An Empty Place at the Table was on display at QCC, at both the West Boylston Street and Downtown campuses. |
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QCC's Halloween Celebration: Costumes, Candy and Good CheerSpirits were high and creativity soared during QCC's Halloween celebration and Office Trick or Treat Program! Students, staff and their families transformed the campus into a festive Halloween haven, complete with a costume contest that showcased everything from clever pop culture references to… Read More |