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QCC Employee Inducted Into MA Special Olympics Hall of FameLongstanding employee Ryan Dixon of Bobby M’s Diner, a diner located in the Worcester Senior Center and run by Quinsigamond Community College’s Hospitality and Recreation Management program, was recently inducted into the Massachusetts Special Olympics Hall of Fame.… Read More |
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QCC's Health and Wellness TeamA message from Director of Health and Wellness Heather Lukas: I wanted to reach out to reintroduce myself to the college community and explain my role and my team's role. As the Director of Health and Wellness, my team and I collaborate to build health policies, offer… Read More |
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QCC Staff and Faculty Step Up to the ChallengeCongratulations to everyone who participated in QCC's walking challenge, including the winning team (Team One) that won the challenge with a total of 1,602,964 steps. Team One consisted of all-stars Professor/Coordinator of Developmental English Tim… Read More |
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70th Anniversary of Worcester's Deadly TornadoJune 9 marked the 70th anniversary of a tornado that tore through Worcester, including QCC's Administration building at what was Assumption University at the time, and killed 94 people. Watch this video to hear from an actual survivor of the tornado, Lee Bartlett, and Coordinator of… Read More |
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Celebrating Jewish American Heritage MonthIn recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion held a celebration with Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Central MA Steven Schimmel, who did a presentation on the history of Jewish life in America. The… Read More |
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Juneteenth: Why We Celebrate & What it MeansOn June 22, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted a training session about Juneteenth facilitated by Deputy Director for Equity and Racial Justice, chris bijoux, Georgetown University Center for Juvenile Justice Reform. With a background in epidemiology, bijoux… Read More |
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STEM Stories: Students of the Semester Spring 2023In April 2023, QCC Deans Betty Lauer and Ben Benton announced that 48 QCC students were recognized as STEM Students of the Spring 2023 Semester. Below we feature profiles of a second group of these students, sharing why they were selected and stories of their… Read More |
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Administration Building Front Entrance ReopensAfter months of hard work, the front entrance to the Administration Building is now open again. The wheelchair accessible ramp has been completed and is ready for use, in addition to the parking spots at the front of the building. |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffOn June 12, 2023, Administrative Services welcomed Derek Dussault - Skilled Laborer Trades (1st Shift). Derek brings several years of experience. Most recently, he was a PT Maintainer here at QCC. Derek holds a Bachelor of Arts and Master’s in Education from UMass Amherst… Read More |
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In the NewsJune, 2023 |
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QCC Holds 58th Commencement CeremonyThe Honorable Margaret R. Guzman was Quinsigamond Community College’s keynote speaker at its 2023 Commencement ceremony, held at the DCU Center in Worcester on May 19, 2023. Guzman, a native of Worcester, was appointed by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the U.S. Senate as a Federal District… Read More |
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QCC and Early College Worcester Host Day of EmpowermentOn Tuesday, May 31, Quinsigamond Community College and Early College Worcester hosted a Day of Empowerment for 200 Worcester high school students featuring former NFL player and motivational speaker Shawn Harper, along with workshops on goal setting and motivation. Early College… Read More |
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Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage MonthTo celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion held a special event on May 23 that included impactful guest speakers, Asian cuisine and a partial screening of the documentary "Who Killed Vincent Chin" followed by an engaging… Read More |
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Recent Graduate Supported by TRIO ProgramRecent graduate and TRIO student Aragsan Ali has been busy. As a parenting student, a member of the Black Student Union, SHE Club and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and last month, a QCC graduate who graduated with highest honors, she is an inspiration to many.… Read More |
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QCC Sends Off 2023 RetireesIn the simple words of former QCC employee Dr. James Brown, "Quinsigamond Community College is a great institution. I should know I spent 50 years here." Brown stopped by QCC on May 18 to attend the annual Retirement Recognition Reception where retiring employees are… Read More |
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Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate CeremonyLast month, graduates from the Biomanufacturing Pre-Apprentice Certificate Program were awarded their certificates during a ceremony in the Harrington Learning Center. There were 10 students enrolled in the program and all finished and received the Certificate of Completion as a… Read More |
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Advanced Manufacturing Students Gaining CredentialsLast month, a large group of advanced manufacturing students received multiple Haas CNC certificates. The certificates indicated that the students have demonstrated the skills necessary to operate Haas CNC machines and can put these skills to use in a workplace setting. "These are… Read More |
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Career and Transfer Services Host Healthcare Job and Transfer FairOn Thursday, April 27, Career & Transfer Services hosted a healthcare job and transfer fair at the Worcester Senior Center, which was well-attended. The fair included healthcare companies, as well as colleges and universities that offered students a wide range of options… Read More |
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Transfer Counselor Recognized for Outstanding WorkThe next time you see Coordinator of Transfer/Articulation Beth Fullerton be sure to congratulate her on receiving the New 2023 England Transfer Association Sarah Elizabeth Craine Distinguished Service Award! Each year, only one person is awarded this… Read More |
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STEM Stories: STEM Students of the SemesterIn April 2023, QCC Deans Betty Lauer and Ben Benton announced that 48 QCC students were recognized as STEM Students of the Spring 2023 Semester. Below we feature profiles of the first group of these students, sharing why they were selected, and stories of their… Read More |
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QCC Safety CornerAs a task force of the Core Safety Committee, QCC Campus Police, in a collaborative effort with Professor Michael Gromley, are working to enhance the current Run, Hide, Fight, active threat response plan. Throughout the summer the plan will be … Read More |
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Wyvern Sports CornerDo you know any youths who are interested in sports and are looking for a fun way to send part of their summer? The Athletic Center is hosting two youth clinics this summer that will focus on building athletic skills and promoting a team atmosphere. |
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In the NewsMay, 2023
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QCC Welcomes New StaffOn May 8, 2023 Academic Affairs welcomed Erin Roache as Director of the Children's School/Early Childhood Education Lab School. Erin brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she worked as Lead Teacher and Interim Director of the Children’s School/… Read More |
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QCC Community Pulls Together for Big DonationsIn a collaborative community spirit, the Student Government Association, QCC Athletics and the HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center held a week of donations in early April, with all donations going toward a Community Closet for students in need. A large array of… Read More |