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Entrepreneurship Center to Open Thanks to Cliff and Susan Rucker Foundation and AuxiliumAs the official kickoff event of StartUp Week Worcester on April 7, Quinsigamond Community College announced the upcoming launch of the Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship, a transformative new initiative made possible through the support of the Cliff and Susan Rucker… Read More |
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Worcester Public Schools and QCC Forge Partnership to Guarantee College AcceptanceWorcester Public Schools (WPS) and Quinsigamond Community College have announced a groundbreaking partnership ensuring that all WPS graduates, beginning with the Class of 2025, receive guaranteed acceptance to QCC. This initiative was designed to simplify the college admissions process and… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Donna GilliattDo you remember the lessons your parents tried to teach you when you were young? Donna Gilliatt’s children do, and in a turning of the tables, they have been repeating those lessons back to her as she navigates returning to school and focusing on herself. “I can’t quit.… Read More |
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Co-Op Breakfast Celebrates Student SuccessThe Center for Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning celebrated QCC co-op students this month with a breakfast honoring the work done by co-op participants and the guidance provided by employer partners. "This is a unique opportunity for our students to take everything they… Read More |
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Local Addiction Doc and Cast Come to QCCQCC hosted a screening of the powerful award-winning documentary “Recovery City” last week, followed by a panel discussion with cast members. “Recovery City” was directed by Lisa Olivieri and follows four people from Worcester who are either in recovery from drug addiction or helping… Read More |
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Alum Blazes a Trail: A Firefighter's Journey from Community College to ChiefFor Class of 2000 alum Timothy Choate, firefighting isn't just a career—it's a family legacy and a calling that has defined his life for 36 years. QCC was the launchpad for a distinguished fire service career that has led to Choate’s recent appointment as Chief of the… Read More |
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Celebrating Women's History MonthQCC celebrated Women's History Month with a series of events that brought together exceptional female leaders who shared their expertise and inspiring stories. Strength in Unity: Building Leadership and Strong Networks for the Next Generation included… Read More |
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VITA Program Instills Confidence in Students and Community During Tax SeasonQuinsigamond Community College is participating in the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for the current tax season. Individuals who make $67,000 or less per year can receive free tax preparation services from VITA volunteers, who have been certified by the IRS. “It’s… Read More |
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Get to Know Registrar and Enrollment Processing!QCC's Registrar and Enrollment Processing department serves as the central hub for all student academic records and registration activities at the college. This dedicated team that manages the entire student lifecycle from beginning to graduation and beyond is led by Dean of Enrollment and… Read More |
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Community Resource Officer Takes the Plunge for Special OlympicsCommunity Resource Officer Nicholas Yacuzzi took a breathtaking leap of courage and compassion by participating in Polar Park's Polar Plunge for Special Olympics last month. Yacuzzi braved the bone-chilling water of the plunge tank, raising an impressive $1,200 for athletes with… Read More |
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Upcoming EventsChildren's School Art Show Tuesday, April 15, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | HLC 109A&B Come celebrate QCC's youngest artists at the Children's School Art Show. Enjoy entertainment by musicians and dancers and a special appearance by Senator Robyn Kennedy. For… Read More |
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In the NewsMarch 2025 |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffCampus Police welcomed the following new employees to their department as part of Administrative Services: Jose Curet III - Campus Police Officer I (B4T) - Jose is currently attending QCC's Police Academy and is a graduate of QCC. He previously worked as a Driving… Read More |
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Legislative Breakfast Highlights Student Success and Funding NeedsQuinsigamond Community College hosted a legislative breakfast on February 21, bringing together lawmakers, administrators, faculty and students to showcase how legislative support has transformed lives and to discuss ongoing needs for the institution's continued success. Student Government… Read More |
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Nursing Program Achieves Near Perfect Pass RateIn 2024, graduates from the Associate of Science in Nurse Education program and the Practical Nursing Certificate program achieved close to a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), a nationally recognized exam required to become a registered nurse (RN) and licensed… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Emilio GiambarellaMusic student Emilio Giambarella has an academic journey that began similarly to many other students. He wasn't serious about school when he was growing up, and this showed in his performance. He did however, pay attention in music class and even remembers the first blue plastic… Read More |
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You Deserve It: Employee Recognition WeekWe are thrilled to announce QCC Employee Appreciation Week, March 3–7! This is our time to celebrate YOU and all the hard work, dedication, and kindness you bring to our QCC community. We have an exciting week of activities planned, so mark your… Read More |
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STEM Students of the SemesterIn December 2024, QCC Dean of Math, Science & Engineering Ben Benton and Dean of Business, Computing & Applied Technologies Shunda Ware announced that 31 individual QCC students were recognized as STEM Students of the Fall 2024 Semester and an additional… Read More |
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Celebrating Black History MonthQCC celebrated Black History Month throughout February with an engaging panel discussion and a local business pop-up. At the panel discussion, The Legacy of Labor: Black Leadership in the Modern Workplace, several successful Black professionals and entrepreneurs shared their… Read More |
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Get Involved with Governance!Do you know how governance works at the college? Do you have ideas on how to make processes better for our students and employees? Keep reading to see how QCC's governance structure has improved and how easy it is to get involved.
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How One Community College Is Leveraging Perkins to Support Student Parents |
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Interactive Media Design Goes InternationalThe faculty in QCC's Interactive Media Design (IMD) program proved they are are at the forefront of media education during an international exchange with Dutch educators. Faculty from Rijn IJssel, a secondary vocational school in Arnhem, Netherlands, recently visited QCC to exchange ideas about… Read More |
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Upcoming EventsEmployee Trainings Neurodiversity Training Series: Empowering Conversations - Thursday, March 6, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | 107AHL SafeZone Training - Monday, March 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | 107AHL |
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In the NewsFebruary 2025 |
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QCC Safety CornerWhile QCC's parking areas are generally safe places, it's always good to discourage car theft both on and off campus. Here are some tips from Campus Police to keep your vehicle safe!
Take Your Keys: Nearly 20% of all cars stolen had keys in them. |